You have been passionately playing the piano for some time now – probably for years. Whenever you listen to yourself playing the piano, it just sounds like you playing. On the other hand, when you listen to some of the pros playing the piano, they seem to have some magic they use to make their […]
Traditional piano teachers do not approve of taking online lessons. They find it difficult to stay on top of technological advancements and instead recommend one on one lessons. But the most important thing that needs to be understood here is that any form of teaching is self-teaching. The role of a teacher is not so much […]
The piano is one of the instruments that have been used in music for a long time. It was preceded by stringed instruments such as the harps and other stringed instruments, which go as far back as the prehistoric times. Some of the shortcomings of these stringed instruments are what led to the invention of […]
When a strong willpower is backed by the right amount of patience, dedication and sincerity in efforts, the final outcome can be quite overwhelming! If you are really determined about learning to play the guitar, then nothing in this world should be able to dampen your spirits. Remember, even the simplest of melodies cannot be […]
Before heading straight to the piano, investing a bit of time in performing some warm up exercises would not only help in improving your accuracy, but also shield you against potential stress injuries. Be it going for a long run, or playing the piano – warming up is quite essential prior to any physical activity. […]
If you dream of matching up to the genius of B.B. King and Eric Clapton you have to understand their music first. The golden rule is; play less, listen more. Ear training, as the name suggests, is all about training your ears to the different tunes of the guitar. Read through the guide to know […]
Do make sure that you devote an adequate amount of time and attention while selecting the first guitar for your child. Starting out on the proper track is really important for getting the basics right. You must have heard of a number of people giving up guitar out of sheer frustration, just because they ended […]
In the context of guitar playing, ‘dynamics’ refers to alterations in volume during various segments of performances. Employing ‘dynamics’ while playing the guitar involves playing a few sections louder or softer with respect to others, for giving rise to riveting emotions and leaving a powerful impact on the audience. Guitar dynamics has always been a […]
Classical music may not be for everyone, but it can sure find its ways into modern life despite the naysayers. One example of this is a video that’s gone viral over the last week or so. Tony Ann is a brilliant musician with a knack for drawing out the classical version of modern songs. In […]
Any good parent would want to leave his or her children with a gift they can enjoy for the rest of their lives. Music is one of these gifts, which is why parents are always encouraged to enroll their kids for music lessons. However, there’s no reason why you cannot take this journey with your […]