Live Music

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...

"Found percussion" is the art of turning everday objects into percussion instruments. One of the most popular forms of found percussion is the use of five gallon buckets as drums. This instrument...

Learning how to play a piano well is something that takes time, study, and practice. While it is possible to learn to play a single song in a short period of time(depending of course on the...

In the world of classical music performance, the accompanist plays an important but humble role as the person responsible for enhancing the performance of the soloist while conforming to that...

Kenny Chesney tickets can sell out quickly, making it hard for even paying customers to see the show. And while it is even more difficult, there are a handful of ways you can potentially get a...

Establishing and sustaining a musical career may be more challenging today than in the past. Many traditional careers in music have been disappearing due to changing public tastes or problems with...

A lot of people can make music, but the musicians who succeed are the ones who can make theirs sound professional. Having a polished, professional sound comes from a combination of many factors,...

A grand piano is both the most difficult and easiest instrument to record properly. On one hand, it's a "complete" instrument, as it covers the broadest spectrum of frequencies. On the other hand,...

Have you been shredding in your bedroom, checking out your sweet moves in the mirror, imagining yourself as the next Eddie Van Halen? Well, even if you don't have a lick of musical talent, you...

Everyone involved in creating a stage concert, is faced with the dilemma of selling his / her new songs, while at the same time involving the audience. It is pivotal to plan a concert and there...

One of the best showcases for new talent is the cabaret act. Whether you are planning to strut your stuff in front of industry executives and area audiences, or are just looking for a way to keep...

Live music, goods for sale, the first taste of sunshine in the air...what could be better than a spring festival in your city or community? Though these events are fun to attend and may sound...

Running a nightclub is scary and exhilarating at the same time, since dealing with talent is only half the story. Aspiring impresarios must navigate the intricacies of liquor licenses, local...

Passes that allow you backstage to see your favorite band or artist before or after a concert are tough to come by. But there are some practical things you can do to help get your foot in the...

Many people do not know that in order to throw a loud party legally, most cities require that you have a permit. In most cities you will need to have two different permits, a noise permit and a...

No matter where you hail from there are usually plenty of local bands and venues. Putting on a local rock show that is profitable is quite another story. However, there are some tried and true...

Very few rock and roll bands have achieved the iconic status of the Rolling Stones. Emulating a band of this stature is no simple task. It takes a lifetime of experiences that come through in the...

Girls all over the world listened to the Spice Girls dominate the radio in the 1990s. The Spice Girls became one of the most successful girl bands in history. They reunited for a successful,...

When working as a musician, as in most creative fields, it is difficult to find enough work to make a living. If you are holding down a full time job and trying to be a musician on the side, it...

The most important thing to remember in improvisational soloing is the notes you are allowed to play. In a simple case, the accompaniment will play a series of chords and the soloist will play...

A power amplifier for a PA system boosts your audio signal through loud speakers so that the public is able to hear. Setting up your power amplifier correctly is essential to getting the best...

So...you've seen the show, and want to be the star?! This how-to will help you build a career portfolio to become an American Idol (without the show!)

There's a certain spark in the voices of those singers who emerge from Appalachia to serenade the world. It's part culture and part artistry. Imitating the Appalachian style takes a knowledge of...

The world of live musical events is a crazy and twisted one daft with competition. However, people have been throwing live music events for quite some time in the local arena and making out with...

The goal of making your music sound like the music of Bela Fleck and the Flecktones is a tall order. This band, a leader in the mid-atlantic music scene, has been amazing crowds for years with a...

So you want to be a jazz guitarist? Going from 0 to 60 is tough. Even for an established rock guitarist, turning to jazz means learning new skills and pushing your music theory to the limit. But...

In keeping with the fundamental Burning Man principle of radical self-expression, the project provides about 30 art grants annually as partial support for specific art projects. Most art grants...

The bicycle is the best vehicle for getting around Burning Man, and one purpose of the Department of Mutant Vehicles is to return Burning Man to being a pedestrian- and bike-friendly city. Aside...