Music Industry Insider: Tess Taylor of NARIP and LAMN
Members of LAMN (founded in 1988) and NARIP (founded in 1998), are able to more quickly gain the insight, knowledge, and contact information they need for career development and career enhancement.The success of both organizations extends well beyond their names ? both LAMN and NARIP have members across the country... Read More
Composing for Dummies
When most people hear the word composer, they automatically think of classical composers like Mozart or Beethoven. This is the point where many "would be" composers freeze up because they tell themselves that their music could never be as good. And this is also the point where would be music... Read More
Bono: From Music To Fashion To Helping The Poor
U2s lead singer Bono isn't content with being part of a top band. Fashion and Music ? well I'm sure they can mix! Bono was born Paul David Hewson in 1960 in Dublin Ireland. His stage name is Bono.Bono is the lead singer of US, he is also a songwriter.... Read More
JOHN LENNON - The Man and His Times
John Lennon wasn't always my favorite Beatle; at first it was Paul. But gradually, over a period of time, it was John Lennon who won my heart. I think the transition began sometime during the latter part of the 1960s. Back then, it seemed to my young mind, that the... Read More
The Strange Days (mostly nights) of Guns N? Roses
Kenny "Axil" Rose (Lead vocals), D.J. "Slash (Lead guitar), Joshua "Duff" McKagan (Bass Guitar/backing vocals), Terry "Izzy" Stradlin (Rhythm guitar/backing vocals) and Chuck "Matt Sorum" Johnson (Drums/Percussion) make Guns N' Roses. The group has ridden a wave of success and failure spanning decades, which is almost unknown in the Heavy... Read More
Tips for a Great Recording Session
You know your songs are great (and so does your girl/boyfriend, family, pets etc), and you finally decided to record an album in a real studio. That's great! But what actually happens when you get there?When you finally do pick the perfect studio, one that you feel comfortable at, there... Read More
Learn to Read Music Online
If you or anyone you know wants to learn to read music, it's a lot easier to do than it used to be. The Internet gives us all access to almost unlimited information, and can deliver an incredible array of products and tools right to our desktops. Not surprisingly, there... Read More
How to Become a World Class Expert in Just 20 Minutes a Day
Is it really possible to become an expert in some field in 20 minutes a day?When I first was exposed to the idea, I'll admit I was rather skeptical. But I heard the idea from a very wise man named Earl Nightengale whom I respected, so the idea intrigued me.... Read More
Its Jewish Music, But Is The Music Jewish?
A while back I was driving along the Jerusalem highway scanning the radio stations. On one frequency, a very intense dance beat was exploding out of the speakers. I was about to move the dial some more in search of a Jewish tune when the vocalist started in. Shock of... Read More
What All Do I Have to Know to be a Really Good Piano Player?
Many students ask me a question that goes something like this: "What all do I have to know to be a really good piano player?"The trouble with a question like that is that it ignores individual differences such as talent, motivation, freedom to practice, and a hundred other variables.How much... Read More
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Music: Uniting Nations, Dividing Generations
Cultures around the world since the beginning of time have... Read More
An Interview with Angus Young of ACDC - Why He Plays a Gibson SG
Steven: Maybe more than any other guitarist ever, you're inextricably... Read More
Playing The Violin Is For Everyone Who Loves Music
Every day musical instruments enrich the lives of people around... Read More
The Open Position Piano Chord
Chords. They're amazing. There's no doubt about it. Especially when... Read More
Are iPods Changing the Way We Listen to Music
They're everywhere, and not only are they everywhere, they look... Read More
Learn to Read Music Online
If you or anyone you know wants to learn to... Read More
Music Making as Spiritual Experience
If you've been playing piano for some time, you may... Read More
Arranging for New Age Piano
A while back, I wrote an article that compared flower... Read More
Dont Go Tubthumping
I have always had a big problem with my addiction... Read More
How to Construct Chords and Improvise
How To Construct Basic Chords on the PianoThe easiest way... Read More
How To Dress Up Naked Music On The Piano
What in the world is "naked music?"You know it when... Read More
Composing George Winston Style
If you're a fan of New Age piano, no doubt... Read More
The Art Of Practicing - How To See Real Results
I have always believed that success, in practically any subject... Read More
Quick and Easy Violin Mute
One of the reasons I picked up the violin was... Read More
How to Make $30,000 with Your Music Before Years End
As an independent musician and/or recording artist, if you did... Read More
Guitar Players...Learn About The Point Of Discipline
Have you ever started learning a lick or exercise and... Read More
The Ostinato - What It is and How to Use It
Ostinato means "repeating pattern" and is used frequently in all... Read More
Copyright Basics for Songwriters
Should you copyright your song? If you're a songwriter, sooner... Read More
Origin of Erik Saties Gnossiennes
The 'trois Gnossiennes' (1890) is a set of dance-like pieces... Read More
Getting Rhythm - Three Tips for Guitar Beginners
If you are just starting out learning guitar one of... Read More
Five Steps to Protecting Your Music and Your Money
There are a lot of independent labels out there waiting... Read More
Benatar and Geraldo - Still Rockin on a High Note
Most people look forward to the summer months because they... Read More
Lori Nuic Sparkles
A soulful vibe along with an amazing voice is what... Read More
Discover The Perfect Place To Perform
Once you know what your Unique Selling Proposition is as... Read More
The Didjeridu
In Northern Australia the Didjeridu is seen as a phallic... Read More
RAP Music and Brain Washing Issues
I am not sure if anyone has been watching out... Read More
Live Music!
"Live music." That common saying may contain some truth, but... Read More
Good News for the Musically Untalented
Have you ever been told that you were good at... Read More
Buying a Violin
"How do I buy a violin, (or fiddle)?"That question has... Read More
How To Play Guitar Like a Pro!
Having taught the guitar for many years, I see the... Read More
1959 Stratocaster Vintage Guitars
Mid 1959 Stratocaster vintage guitars have a slab rosewood fingerboard... Read More
?Who Else Wants to Get Screwed When Signing a Recording or Songwriting Deal?!?!?
You've got your recording (or songwriting) contract in hand and... Read More
Making Music As A Lefty
Author Interview with Ryan Thomson, seacoast New Hampshire resident, and... Read More
Music & Intelligence: Will Listening to Music Make You Smarter?
Will listening to music make you smarter? Will learning to... Read More
Radio - What?s Happened To It?
Remember when radio stations played great music?OK, before you accuse... Read More
Formation of a Song (Recording)
As industry insiders, we sometimes forget that when discussing the... Read More
Record Collecting Still Thriving in the Twenty-first Century
It may surprise many to find that the hobby of... Read More
Guitar Humidification
Problems with humidity can lead to heartbreak for the classical... Read More
Six Reasons to Play New Age Piano
Here are six very good reasons to learn how to... Read More
The Dark Side of P2P File Sharing
P2P file sharing programs are free. Period. But there are... Read More
Why Do Music Lovers Still Prefer to Buy Records?
In the late 1940's, the 45-RPM record replaced the 78-RPM... Read More
JOHN LENNON - The Man and His Times
John Lennon wasn't always my favorite Beatle; at first it... Read More
Chords or Melody First... Which is Best?
There are basically two ways you can compose a piece... Read More
How to Make State-of-the-Art Video Singles Cheaply
When it comes to promoting their new music releases, I... Read More
3 Secrets To Understanding What Makes Music Tick
It's no secret that virtually everyone loves music in some... Read More
Beauchamp Brings Diversity to Music
Everyone has a talent. For Miami, Okla.'s, Brian Beauchamp, it's... Read More
Acclaimed Songwriter and Performer Michael Alan Releases New CD: Searching for the Heartland:
New York born singer songwriter Michael Alan, who records with... Read More
How to Create a Multi-artistic Piece - Part II
In the last article, the creation of a theme, its... Read More
Rickenbacker 4003 Electric Bass Guitar
The Rickenbacker 4003 electric bass guitar is one of the... Read More
Music Licensing
Music licensing can be a very confusing subject. My... Read More
Do You Know What a Didgeridoo Is?
Do you know what a didgeridoo is? There are so... Read More
How to Create an Original Melody
Here's a method I use that works. First, sit down... Read More
An Interview with Angus Young of ACDC - Why He Plays a Gibson SG
Steven: Maybe more than any other guitarist ever, you're inextricably... Read More
College Radio: The Most Important Radio Level for Musicians
For the self-promoting independent artist, the idea of taking on... Read More
Recording Vocals at Home
Anyone who has recorded vocals to tape knows there is... Read More
Shut Up And Sing
What is it with these performers and their politics? Do... Read More
Building A Good Relationship With Your Guitar
The guitar is considered the friendliest musical instrument there is.... Read More
Hip Hop Clothing
Celebrities now such as Outkast, a fashion wear can be... Read More
Copyright Basics for Songwriters
Should you copyright your song? If you're a songwriter, sooner... Read More
How To Play Piano Using Chord Symbols
Chord symbols (for example, Fm7, Cmaj7 or G6) are a... Read More
How to Play Piano Using a Few Chords
How many chords do you need to create a piece... Read More
Piano Teachers - Whats Wrong with Them?
Most of us like to use what we learn right... Read More
Learn To Play The Piano Better By Learning To Arrange Chords & Chord Progressions
Piano arranging is the process by which you take a... Read More
Learning to Play the Piano with Chords Part 2
Do you want to learn how to play chords on... Read More
How I Learned How To Play The Guitar After Giving Up In Disgust
I was 17 at the time (the Beatles era), and... Read More
Jazz: What In The Heck Is It?
All of us know what jazz is when we hear... Read More
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