Music Basics

Dominant seventh chords are extremely valuable in music since they move down a fifth to “do” or tonic. They are useful as cadences and also in leading to a new key. Learn how to play them easily...

Whether you are looking for someone to give lessons to your child or for yourself, how do you go about finding a good music teacher?

If you play the piano, you would probably like to be able to play more artistically, even if you are just a student. You may play note-perfectly, but you may still not be satisfied. If you feel...

This article are for the ones that purchase the rack or is about to purchase the rack and need some assistance of knowing how to go to the different sounds on it and save them in your favorites.

Many bars, nightclubs, and even some restaurants have a stage for local karaoke performers to have fun and entertain others. Karaoke can be a blast - if your not shy about it. However, for...

Writing a rap song is more detailed and precise than most people think. Even people who are Rap fans sometimes don't realize, how finely tuned verses and lyrics are in rap music. This is what will...

Almost all new music students make the exact same practice mistake when learning a new piece of music, namely that they always restart the piece from the beginning every time they make a mistake. ...

Tuning the guitar is vital to making the guitar sound good. Here are some simple instructions that explain guitar tuning basics.

A tom-tom drum is a type of drum originally used by Native Americans. It was traditionally used as a form of communication. This type of drum has evolved into an essential piece of band equipment....

To those that can't read sheet music, musical notations are like learning a foreign language or translating a secret code. Once a musician deciphers the signs, symbols and notes, he understands...

Just getting started in music, piano, or music theory? Start here! The major chord is the most basic building block in musical harmony. Once you learn this one, you can work outward and learn...

Have you ever thought you might have what it takes to be on American Idol but aren't quite sure of the audition process? Those who've tried out for this show are always willing to share a few...

Flutes are one of the most popular instruments in the woodwind family. They produce a sweet, lulling sound that people the world over have enjoyed for centuries. With an understanding of how a...

Reading music is one of the most important skills to be mastered when learning to play the saxophone. If you have no experience with music, you will need to start with the basics of note reading....

Whether you need to know how a piece of music fits together, or want to keep track of instruments in an orchestra, you can do so easily by reading a music score. A music score is a piece of sheet...

You know you're laughing, and saying, "I already know how to breathe!" That's true, but this is a way to breathe that is more efficient and makes better use of your body. You'll have a...

It is important for music students to be familiar with the theory behind scales, and to be able to play them on their instrument. Scales are the building blocks of music, just like letters of the...

Tuning a classical guitar can be tricky for a beginner, but with practice you will find yourself flying through the process. These instruction are written to tune a classical guitar without the...

Finding middle C on a piano can be a bit difficult for the beginner. Before you can start learning to play the piano this is the first key you will need to find. Middle C is the key by which all...

It is essential for music students to learn how to identify notes quickly and accurately. It is also important for students to learn how to read ahead. Certainly advanced students learn how to...

Lets take a peak at a simplified relative of the Major Scale: The Major Pentatonic Scale.

Chords work the same on all instruments, Guitar, Piano, or Vocal, it doesn't matter! Learn about the Half-Diminished Seventh chord in this lesson.

Preschool children can be difficult to teach on the piano and each child is different, and you will need to be energetic and enthusiastic and encouraging to help them learn. If you are having...

Here is simple way to learn how to play octaves on the Electric Bass which will add verity and interest to your studies. At the end of the article I have written a "Things to Try"...

In addition to learning how to recognize the names of notes (the pitch), and the time value of notes, it is also necessary to know the time value of musical rests. Often a piece of music can be...

Lets learn to play and read music by taking a peak at the sixth mode of the Major Scale: the Aeolian Mode.

Lets learn to play and read music by taking a peak at the fourth mode of the Major Scale: the Lydian Mode.

Many beginning music students are taught special mnemonic devices to help remember the names of the lines and space of treble and bass music staves. I discuss this in another article. While it...

Learning the names of music notes is easy. The challenge of reading music is to learn how to read notes quickly and accurately, and later, to learn how to read by intervals (steps), so that you...

Rhythm is a necessary skill for all musicians, but rhythm is especially important for a bass guitar player. You can start developing your rhythm right now without a bass guitar.

If you are interested in playing guitar and are wanting to play popular songs right away, learning chords that alot of players use will get you playing songs in a short period of time. I will show...

A music management company can be one of the most exciting businesses to be involved in. You get to be a part of the music scene and be responsible for a lot that happens behind the scenes for...

Composing music while drunk can be both a fun and educational experience. Writing music requires attention to specific details relating to harmony, rhythm, melody and texture. Allowing yourself...

You can learn to read music like a pro. In this article, we will learn about the musical alphabet, the staff, the two most common clefs (Treble Clef and Bass Clef), and how to learn to read notes...

There are many ways to practice music. Here's some things I've learnt in twenty years as a professional musician to help you make the most of your practice time.

If you want to be a drummer and don't know where to start. A good first step is learning the components that make up a drum set. This way you may not be able to play but at least you will know...

Starting a new song from scratch can be one of the most frustrating things about writing. Just like lyrics contain the message(s) you're trying to convey, music conveys the tone of the delivery.

Starting a local band is easy. Getting noticed, booked and signed is the hard part. The first thing you need to know is you can't do this by yourself. You'll need help and talented bandmates....

You can tune your guitar by ear with a little bit of practice and training of your ear.

Learn how to tune to DADGAD tuning with expert tips and advice on tuning a guitar in this free video clip on music lessons.

Learn technical mathematical tips on how to properly play an A minor chord on an acoustic guitar in this free video clip on musical instruments and music theory.

Learn tips on how to properly play chord transitions on an acoustic guitar in this free video clip on musical instruments and music theory.

Learn tips on how to properly play a G chord on an acoustic guitar in this free video clip on musical instruments and music theory.

Learn tips on how to properly play a C chord on an acoustic guitar in this free video clip on musical instruments and music theory.

Learn some great tips on how to play the blues song 'Little Red Rooster' using bar chords on the guitar in this free video clip on guitar lessons and music theory.

Learn some great tips on how to play a 16 bar blues progression on guitar in A minor in this free video clip on music theory and guitar techniques.

Learn how to play steel drums in this free music lesson about playing different notes on steel drums.

Being able to pick up a new piece of music, put it on your piano’s music stand, and quickly begin playing it correctly is a very important and useful skill for the pianist. Once you no...

I’m asked many times to sing on programs and have to learn the song requested for the program or a new song for the worship service. For some of us memorization may sometimes be a challenge...

Learn how to teach kids to play the maracas, in this free how-to video clip lesson on teaching music to a child.