Live Music

It's difficult enough to find good musicians, let alone novelty musicians like harp players. It's even harder to know what to look for, where to look, and how much to pay a harp player. This...

Shrill feedback from microphones at a live performance is highly undesirable. To combat this high-pitched sound, manufacturers developed audio equipment, such as the Behringer Feedback Destroyer,...

This article will give you easy step by step advice, on how to replace and tune both drum heads on your bass drum. These steps will work on any size bass drum. Also works best on bass drums...

Bluegrass guitar differs from other styles of guitar in that it is highly melodic, often imitating the intricate lines played by fiddles, according to bluegrassguitar.com. Whether you are using a...

There's nothing that sounds quite like an organ, and few instruments can serve as an appropriate substitute on occasions that require them. The specialized training required to play this...

The legendary summertime venue in Hollywood, nestled into the hills and underneath the glow of that famous "Hollywood" sign can be a one-of-a-kind concert going experience--but first you have to...

Rock bands are always looking for ways to make their performances more entertaining, energetic and interesting. One of the ways to do that is through tricks: special stunts performed with an...

String quartets play a wide variety of music, from soft, haunting melodies to fast, pizzicato polkas. String instruments can be notoriously hard to hear in certain situations, like large rooms or...

Setting up a Peavey Escort music system is very easy due to the fact that all of its components are contained in its ingenious packaging. By following a simple step-by-step process, you can have...

During an August 3, 2009 NPR interview, New Yorker staff writer John Seabrook said the face price of a concert ticket is decided by the artist. The price is determined by many factors, including...

Making a flyer for a music DJ will help to promote a performance by the DJ and ultimately help the DJ grow his fan base and advance his music career. While the personal and stylistic tastes of...

The need for a musician to hear clearly while performing live is vastly important. The right earplugs, worn correctly and designed specifically for musicians, are the best means of both preserving...

If you are a fan of guitar-based music, then you know that getting the sounds you hear in your favorite pop and rock songs is more than just strumming a few chords. Many of the solos and riffs you...

Music can be a very important part of religious services. Therefore, it is important for musicians and pastors to understand how the sound systems work in a church. A working sound system...

Hooking up a Behringer power amp to speakers is a uniform process as many of their models use the same or similar connections. By using Speakon cables or cables with banana clips, you can easily...

Whether providing sound support for a high school musical, orchestra or live music venue, filling a large space with sound can be a challenge. The goal is not merely whether performers can be...

Here is an article on how to use a talk box for guitar players. The talk box is a very cool effect that has been used by some great articles like Peter Framton, Joe Walsh, and Ritchie Sambora to...

Delay pedals are guitar effects that will repeat whatever you play for a certain amount of time. A good example would be the intro to U2's "Where the Streets Have No Name." One cool...

The Celtic drum, or bodhran, has been making music for hundreds of years. Held in the hand, this small instrument can be used to create a remarkable variety of different sounds and tones....

Even though blues music inspired the creation of everything from jazz to rock, it isn't found in nearly as many places as it used to be. However, with a positive attitude and promotional...

Playing musical instruments in public can make musicians anxious. However, through practice and hard work, a trumpet player can conquer his fears and turn stage fright into positive energy that...

Fake books are a common way of learning condensed versions of your favorite tunes. According to "Pop Song Piracy, Fake Books, and a Pre-history of Sampling" by Barry Kernfeld, a professor at Penn...

So you look like, sound like, or can act like someone famous? Have perfect strangers stopped you and asked you for an autograph? Have you been asked questions such as “Are you…” or “Has anyone...

Karaoke is a popular way to spend an evening on the Space Coast of Florida. It allows many people to live out their dream of singing and entertaining in front of a live audience. Karaoke is like...

Here is an article on how to choose the right microphone. There are many different types of microphones for different types of use. Here, I will cover microphones and their uses for vocal performance.

Formed in London in 1998, Coldplay has become one of the major modern rock acts of the 21st century. With four acclaimed albums under their belt, the band regularly sells out performances all over...

The Sydney Jazz Festival is famous the world over. With the location's pleasant weather and a vibrant setting, a trip to the three-day festival will be one you will never forget--whether or not...

Slipknot is a heavy metal rock band from the United States. The band has been playing and touring for over 10 years. If you are a fan of the group you may be interested in attending a Slipknot...

Whether a solo steel drummer for an intimate party or a full steel drum ensemble for a large wedding, there is always demand for live steel drum entertainment. Marketing live steel drum music is...

LED lighting for theatre and live music use is connected and controlled by the Digital Multiplex communications protocol, also known as DMX512, or simply DMX. DMX systems are expandable, allowing...

The Internet has undoubtedly taken the work out of individual marketplace sales. The days of putting up posters for services or items for sale are virtually extinct, as the online marketplace...

Playing "Sunburn" on the piano keeps your fingers agile as they fly over the keyboard. Bring the popular alternative rock song from the Muse stage to your own living room and let the haunting...

The digital age has put a new spin on music. If you had a specific piano piece you wanted to learn 30 years ago, a piece like "All My Life," you would have to either play it by ear or purchase...

It seems that some people just naturally have good rhythm, but a lot of us have to work at it. However, good rhythm, like everything else, is learned. Maybe some people automatically practice...

Sight reading is a valuable skill for keyboard or piano players. It makes it much easier to learn new music. In addition, it makes accompanying others for a sing-along or choir practice more...

If you have a difficult piece to accompany on keyboard or piano, you need to prepare properly so you can use scarce rehearsal time to advantage. You may only have one brief rehearsal just before...

Stage lighting can make a difference in how people perceive a small band show. Putting on an impressive light show in a small club is easier than it looks, it just requires an investment of time...

You'll understand how to make sure that you are using the services of a reliable overseas talent booking agency to allow you to have the best experience possible. A good agency is imperative to...

All too often, the words "garage band" are associated with music ensembles that are both dubious in quality and in skill level. Yet many of the greatest bands have started from humble roots, and...

A live light show, whether it is for a band or for a theatrical performance, needs lighting boards to operate. Choosing what kind of lighting boards to use can sometimes be intimidating, but if...

Many composers and musicians use the circle of fifths to create and practice music. The circle of fifths can be manipulated in both directions to produce chord and practice sequences on various...

Wondering which gig to go to? If you find it hard to find an interesting gig or concert, you're not alone. Live music is a great way to meet people, enjoy your night and unwind from the week's...

Hey music lovers, here is something free you will love; it's called Last.FM Internet Radio. It's free and it creates radio stations based on your bookmarked artists, songs and overall preferences,...

If you're desperate for tickets to a hot Broadway play or a sold-out concert, you can purchase tickets through TicketsNow and avoid shady scalpers. TicketsNow is a ticket reseller affiliated with...

If you want to find a good band and good music and have a good time and you are currently in the Commerce - Athens - Northeast Georgia area, go to www.elicarlanband.com and click on SHOW DATES. ...

Modern lighting fixtures for theater and live music performances are connected and controlled by the Digital Multiplex communications protocol, commonly known as DMX512, or DMX for short. The 512...

As the young lady here clearly illustrates, you can't jam on your axe at the gig if you have to use two hands just to hold it up. Store-bought straps are expensive and dumb-looking. You need a...

I used to study classical vocal music and have been to many recitals. Use these tips to avoid any potential pitfalls.

Music may or may not tame the wild beast. But certainly, it comforts the older soul. To all of us music is important; very important, indeed. But for those to whom music serves as a portal to...

Just like bands and solo artists have their own name, so does a DJ. Some of the best and most famous DJ's have had memorable names. Names such as DJ Quik, DJ Lethal, and DJ AM all have short and...