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Learning How to Read Music – Why Music Theory Still Matters for Musicians
GalleryTo learn how to read music is oftentimes the bane of beginning musicians. Its complex, some of the vocabulary is, frankly, antiquated and some of the conventions are born of aesthetics that went out of
Which Piano? John Lennon’s Imagine White Piano
GalleryJohn Lennon’s Imagine White Piano. Take a look at the film clip of John’s haunting and bittersweet song and you’ll see him playing an unmistakable white piano. The grand piano shown here is similar to the instrument John
Jazz Phrasing for Beginners: Jazz Eighth Notes
GalleryThe essential building block in jazz phrasing is the eighth note. It is also one of the most misunderstood components of the genre, particularly by beginners. While I believe that a true jazz feel can only be
Which Guitar for Beginners is best: Acoustic or Electric Guitar?
GalleryA New Take on the Old Question of Which Guitar for beginners to Buy…
“Which Guitar is best for Beginners: Acoustic or Electric Guitar?” Parents of new students always ask us This question. We usually answer that question with
Am I Too Old to Learn Music and Play an Instrument?
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“Am I too old to learn music?” This is a common question for many aspiring teachers and musicians alike. The simple answer to this question is NO, you are never too old to learn music or
Choosing a Guitar Playing Style
GalleryMost people are inspired to learn to play guitar by hearing a great guitarist. Something inside us makes us say “What is that sound? I wanna play that!”. Once you have experienced this, you
