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How to Play the Hand Cymbals

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Hand cymbals are one of the most exciting instruments to play, due to their distinct timbre and power. Present in orchestra, band, pop and ethnic music, they are a staple percussion instrument... more »

How to Play the Harmonium in Hindustani Vocal Music

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The harmonium plays an important part in Hindustani vocal music. The keyboard portion, designed like a piano keyboard, consists of 3 1/2 octaves and in the back portion the bellows function similar to a reed organ. The harmonium player never ... more »

How to Play the Root Position of Bb Major on Guitar

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Guitarists use chords to play more than one note of the same pitch at the same time. Chords are groups of notes played together and are used to optimize the sound of an instrument. A root position is normally the first note of a chord or triad. ... more »

How to Play the Timbales

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The timbales are two drums with metal shells and skin or plastic heads. They are traditionally a Latin American instrument, often with a few added cowbells, but are now featured in concert and jazz ensembles, as well... more »

How to Play the Trongos

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The trongos is a water drum made up of three steel drums. The amount of water, along with movement, determines the trongos sound. If you're looking for an interesting percussion instrument, find out more about trongos with these steps... more »

How to Play the Tsabouna

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For thousands of years on the islands of Greece, musicians have played a wind instrument called the tsabouna. Although it looks similar to bagpipes, a tsabouna lacks the drone pipe. Musicians play this wind instrument made from goatskin at Greek ... more »

How to Play the Tuba

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An instrument that requires great lung capacity, the tuba is a wind instrument in the brass family. Proper breathing techniques and lip movement control are keys to successful tuba playing. Learn to play the tuba, using basic fundamentals and tips... more »

How to Play the Washboard

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The washboard is more often used for laundry than as an instrument. But the washboard is actually quite versatile, especially for folk and country music. Here are a few tips on how to play the washboard as a musical instrument... more »

How to Play Timpani Drums

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Timpani drums are an orchestra's main percussion instrument. You will recognize the drum because it looks like a copper kettle. Because playing timpani drums involves rhythm, tone and pitch, they are considered to be one of the hardest ... more »

How to Play Tubular Bells

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While the origin of bells is unknown, it is known that tubular bells were used in ancient cultures. Originally, the bells were used for rituals and magic, and for protection against evil spirits. People hung them at doors to purify their homes or ... more »

How to Play Weezer Riffs

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Weezer is truly a one-of-a-kind group. As soon as they burst on the scene in the 1990s, they started inspiring a generation of rockers. Sometimes pegged as "college-rock" or "indie," Weezer clearly helped to define a genre rather than to follow ... more »

How to Play Wine Glasses

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Playing wine glasses produces an eerie and unusual sound that will bring a smile to the face of the most stern listener. While it's difficult to create dynamic rhythms on wine glasses, you can definitely make some strange and even beautiful ... more »

How to Plot a Novel

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The easiest part of writing you first novel, is the plotting process. This will not take a lot of time, if you know the concept. What you should remember though, is that there is no ONE way to write a novel. For ever novel written, there is a ... more »

How to Polish an Electric Guitar

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An electric guitar picks up all kinds of fingerprints and dirt on its shiny, colorful finish when you play it. Like any musical instrument, an electric guitar is an investment that requires maintenance to keep it looking good. Keep the paint job ... more »

How to practice a musical instument effectively

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You have your instrument, you have some basic technique, and you have the time. You want to practice. What now? It's easy to spend hours and hours practicing and still feel like you've made no progress. This article will give you the ... more »

How to Practice a Violin

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Practicing is something that is necessary to gain skills and learn techniques but is something that almost everyone wants to avoid. Practicing is one of the least exciting parts of playing an instrument. One of the problems every student faces ... more »

How to Practice Automatic Writing

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Automatic writing is commonly associated with mystical and esoteric subjects. However, the process can also be used as a form of creative meditation. The writer has the opportunity to tap into his subconscious and retrieve some inspiration. W.B. ... more »

How to Practice Spray Paint Art

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Spray paint art, like other forms of painting, takes a lot of practice. Artists who paint with this medium have to learn hand control in order to put the paint in the intended spots. They must practice using different tools to create texture. An ... more »

How to Practice the Cello Vibrato Technique

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Practicing vibrato is an important part of learning to play the cello. Practice not only ensures that you know how to do the motion when you are first learning but it also ensures that you don't acquire bad habits once you have learned the technique... more »

How to Practicing Flamenco Skirt DancingTechniques: Free Advanced Latin Dance Lessons

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Learn advanced Flamenco skirt techniques and practice routines in Flamenco dancing in this free online video dance lesson on advanced Flamenco dancing... more »

How to Predict the Winner of American Idol

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I love American Idol, especially when I'm able to judge the winner after just a few weeks into the show. You can amaze your friends by picking the 2 or 3 contestants that will win each year. There is a methodical way of doing this... more »

How to Prepare a Lesson Plan for American Red Cross Month

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The American Red Cross aims to ease the hardships and suffering of people in America and around the world. March is American Red Cross Month. Here is how you can prepare a lesson plan to help children learn about the Red Cross and appreciate the ... more »

How to Prepare an Image for Scanning

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Although it is possible to draw directly onto your computer these days if you have an expensive tablet or light pen it is also possible to scan your image from a drawing with a little preparation. This article refers to the Adobe Photoshop 5.5 ... more »

How to Prepare for a Ballroom Dancing Competition

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Ballroom dancing competitions are sweeping the nation, and the latest influx of reality shows and televised competitions have added fuel to the fire. If you are a ballroom dancing fanatic and plan to enter a competition, you should make sure you ... more »

How to Prepare for A Musical Performance

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My how to article,will instuct you to prepare for a musical peformance.It will teach you the main five points for preparation for a musical performance.It will teach you to stay calm,prevent anxiety,check your set,check your setup,and finally to ... more »