Musical Instruments

How to Hold a Clarinet

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Holding a clarinet can be easy--if you have the information that enables you to do it the right way. The trick is to let the clarinet balance between your hands rather than letting one hand or finger support the whole weight of the clarinet... more »

How to Hold a Flamenco Guitar

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Whether you want to serenade a loved one, become a rock legend, or simply while away the hours, learning to play the guitar is a great hobby. When it comes to the Flamenco Guitar, there are 2 very specific ways to hold it... more »

How to Hold the Clarinet

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For a beginning clarinet player, learning how to hold the instrument properly is essential in developing a good playing technique and tone. Hand positioning and mouth placement are the 2 most important factors in learning how to hold a clarinet... more »

How to Hold the Drum Stick in the Left Hand

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Playing the drums requires a good hold on your drumsticks that allows you the freedom of movement to create a variety of sounds, as well as the ability to drum for long periods of time without tiring. Learn how to hold the drumstick in your left ... more »

How to Identify Orchestra Instruments

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Nothing is worse than going to the symphony with someone you are trying to impress and during the intermission observing, "Wow, that was a powerfully moving piece. I was particularly impressed when the, um, violin that is so big it had to be ... more »

How to Identify Parts of a Drum Set

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Let's face it, drums are cool. Almost everyone has hit a tambourine or maybe tapped on a drum set but knowing the difference between a tom-tom and a rotary-tom is not something a lay person would know, but don't worry. In a few steps you can ... more »

How to Install Locking Guitar Tuners

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Keeping your guitar in tune is one of those things a musician must do. Tuning mid-session through is a pain for you and your playing buddies. Here is how to install locking guitar tuners so you and your buds don't have to wait during the jam ... more »

How to Know When to Replace Violin Strings

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Violin strings are under a lot of tension just by being on the violin and they get a lot of wear with normal playing. There is no set time that it takes for strings to wear out but there are signs of wear that will let you know that your strings ... more »

How to Learn Play the Piano

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This article will show you how to motivate yourself to learn how to play the piano as well as steps to take when learning.. more »

How to Learn Percussion

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How to Learn Piano Finger Technique

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Having strength and control in your fingers are an essential part of the fluidity and technique of a good piano player. Learning the right finger techniques from the beginning build up the finger strength you need and are the building blocks that ... more »

How to Learn Scales on the Double Bass

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The double bass, also called the upright bass or the bass violin, is an instrument often used in orchestras, string ensembles and jazz groups. It's important to learn scales on your double bass, so that you can understand fingerings, train your ... more »

How to Learn to Play the Sitar

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Known for its beautiful synthesis of acoustic and metallic sounds, the sitar has been part of music and culture of the Indian subcontinent for hundreds of years. Western bands like The Beatles have also popularized the instrument's sound. Follow ... more »

How to Lower the Bridge on a Les Paul Guitar

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Les Paul is a brand of guitar made by the Gibson Company. Lowering the bridge on a Les Paul guitar places the strings closer to the neck of the guitar. With the strings closer to the neck the strings are easier to hold down, making it easier to ... more »

How to Make a Nail Rasp

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A nail rasp is as simple an instrument to make as it is to play. A finished nail rasp will create a soft, beautiful, bell-like sound. It only takes a few minutes to make a nail rasp, but it can be played for a lifetime... more »

How to Make an Easy Tribal Drum

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Enjoy a craft project will please the eyes and ears when you make a tribal drum. Everyday household objects and inexpensive craft store items can help you create a working drum... more »

How to make easy musical instruments for kids

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There are so many items that you can use around your home to make musical instruments for your children... more »

How to Manually Tune an Electric Guitar

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Many musicians use a tuning harp or a piano to tune their guitar. Others just tune to the other members of a band or group. To play by yourself, with no instruments involved, you can tune to any key you prefer. Electric guitars are tuned the same ... more »

How to Perform Minor Scales on Bass Guitar

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Crafting a minor scale on the bass guitar is one way to hear the "melancholy" sound of the minor key. It's also a way for bass guitar players to get used to using minor progressions along with other instruments in a minor key composition... more »

How to Pick a Bassoon

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A member of the woodwind family, the bassoon is a complex double reed instrument often played in orchestras and bands. When played, it produces bass tones. Variations of the bassoon produce different tones depending on the manufacturer, materials ... more »

How to pick out a good guitar.

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Picking out guitars can be hard for people who have just started playing and I'll try to help you to not pick out one that is a waste of money. I know a lot about guitars so you can trust me... more »

How to Pick Out Guitar Strings for Your Guitar

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Some guitars look the same, and well they pretty much can sound the same, but not all guitars are the same! Like a human being guitars are picky when it comes to the strings you put on them. Some guitars just don't sound good unless they have the ... more »

How to Plan to Build a Homemade Electric Guitar

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While you might not consider yourself to be in the same league as guitarist luthiers like Les Paul, Brian May or Eddie Van Halen, planning to build an electric guitar can be worthwhile. Many custom options are open to all skill and interest ... more »

How to Play a B Major Chord on the Piano

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The B major chord, or triad, when played on the piano, is made up of two black keys and one white. This is due to the position of the sharps in the B major scale. In order to easily play the B major chords on the piano, you must practice the root ... more »

How to Play a Conga Drum

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The conga drum is all about rhythm. Played with one or two hands, the rhythms are achieved by hitting the head of the conga drum in different places with various hand positions. Learning to play a conga drum is not as easy as it appears. ... more »

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