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Writing songs for a guitar can be approached in different ways. Determine the best way for you to write a song for a guitar with advice from an active guitar instructor in this free video on...

Identifying cadences means to find two or more chords in a composition or phrase that convey a feeling of completion. Find out how to identify cadences with tips from an active guitar instructor...

Scales are a great way to develop technique, tone production and learning to synchronize and coordinate the left hand sequence. Discover how to use scales from an active guitar instructor in this...

When learning lead guitar, you'll first need to make sure you're in a key or playing against some cord progressions that belong in a key. Start playing lead guitar with advice from an active...

Guitar picks can be used on any guitar and, it comes down to personal preference on how exactly you hold it. Determine the best way for you to hold a guitar pick with tips from an active guitar...

When tuning a guitar to itself, you'll need either a electronic tuner or a pitchfork. Tune your guitar to itself with guidance from an active guitar instructor in this free video on learning guitar.

Natural harmonics means that the harmonics fall on the guitar's finger board naturally. Learn to play natural harmonics with help from an active guitar instructor in this free video on learning...

Whammy bars are very easy to put on your guitar, and can be done either by snapping them into place or using a screwdriver. Put a whammy bar on your guitar with help from a guitarist in this free...

A whammy bar is something that will change the pitch of the chords that were just played. Use a whammy bar properly with tips from a guitarist in this free video on the electric guitar.

When learning to play guitar tabs, it's important to know the letters of each string on the guitar. Learn to play guitar tabs with advice from a guitarist in this free video on the electric guitar.

To play an acoustic/electric guitar through an amp, you'll need to connect your guitar to the amp with a cable. Discover how to play an acoustic/electric guitar from a guitarist in this free video...

When tuning a guitar to D flat, you'll want to tune it two half steps below E. Play your guitar in D flat tuning with help from a guitarist in this free video on guitar tuning.

Most guitars are played in the tune of E, also known as standard tuning. Make sure your guitar is in tune with tips from a guitarist in this free video on guitar tuning.

To tune a guitar in B, you must tune it two and a half steps lower than the standard E tuning. Find out how to tune your guitar to B with help from a guitarist in this free video on guitar tuning.

Tuning a guitar can be done by ear or with an electronic tuner. Make sure your guitar is in tune with help from a guitarist in this free video on the electric guitar.

To write songs using guitar chords, it's usually best to follow some sort of structure. Learn to write songs using chords with tips from a guitarist in this free video on guitars.

With this video, you can learn basic finger style guitar if you have a working knowledge of open chords. Finger picking is fun and easy! Give it a try.

Getting good tone from a bass guitar in the recording studio requires specific techniques that differ from playing a live show. Understand the nuances of the bass sound in the studio with tips...

There are many different aspects to using DJ equipment, including having your audio levels set before using the mixer. Learn how to set up and use your equipment with guidance from a professional...

Scratching records when DJing is fairly simple and is done using the crossfader. Determine how to scratch records with a turntable from a professional DJ in this free video on how to DJ.

Using a laptop for DJing is a great convenience because it allows you to carry large amounts of music in a very small space. Discover how to use a laptop to store music with help from a...

Headphones, a turntable, mixer and CD player are required for being a DJ, but several other pieces of equipment can also be used based on personal preference. Find out what equipment you prefer...

There are many ways to scratch a turntable from basic scratching all the way to transforming. Learn how to scratch a turntable from a professional DJ in this free video on using turntables.

This lesson will show you how to play a C major scale using a 1-2 pattern going up the scale (Left to Right) and then going down the scale using a 2-1 pattern (Right to Left) You will only be...

This lesson teaches timing between the left hand and the right hand. During this lesson you will learn counting in 4 half notes and then 8th notes. The right hand will play the C chord as the left...

When stringing a violin, you'll start with the E string, which comes separately packaged and has a ball on the end. Find out how to string a violin with guidance from an experienced violinist in...

Use rosin to wax your violin bow by starting near the frog and guiding it to the tip. Discover how to wax your violin bow with tips from an experienced violinist in this free video on violins.

To prepare a violin bow, you'll want to tighten your bow and use violin rosin to wax it. Learn to properly prepare your violin bow with advice from an experienced violinist in this free video on...

Learning the strings on a violin is very simple and shouldn't take long due to there only being four or sometimes five strings altogether. Memorize violin strings with help from an experienced...

When changing violin strings with a fine tuner, remember that you'll almost always use the E-string because there is usually a builtiin fine tuner on it. Keep your violin in tune with guidance...

Putting on a violin shoulder rest is very helpful because you don't have to bend your neck nearly as much. Learn how to attach a shoulder rest with guidance from an experienced violinist in this...

Tightening a violin bow is very easy and usually takes just a turn of a knob located on the frog of the bow. Find out how to tighten the bow on your violin with help from an experienced violinist...

When teaching yourself to play a violin, remember that the bow should be perfectly straight when sliding it across the strings. Discover how to learn the violin on your own with proper technique...

If you are reading music and working on memorizing the music theory of the violin, you'll want to use the treble cleff. Find out the fastest way to memorize violin music with help from an...

To choose a violin for a child, the main thing you'll want to look for is proper size. Make sure you choose a fitting violin for your child with advice from an experienced violinist in this free...

When choosing a violin, one rule of thumb is that the older the violin is, the better it typically sounds. Learn what to look for when choosing a violin with tips from an experienced violinist in...

The bouzouki is a traditional Greek instrument adopted by the Irish in the 1950s and '60s that plays similarly to a mandolin. Understand the nuances of the bouzouki instrument with help from the...

Before changing mandolin strings, release as much pressure as possible so the strings do not spring back and cause injury. Remove and replace old mandolin strings with help from the member of an...

Cleaning a bodhran drum is best done using plain water, as using any other substance risks altering the sound of the drum. Spray down both sides of the skin and wipe clean with help from the...

Some bodhran drums are tunable while others are not, but even the non-tunable bodhrans can be tightened using a damp cloth. Adjust the tuner pegs on the inside of a tunable bodhran drum with help...

It is easiest to play a bodhran while sitting, which allows the less dominant hand to move across the underside of the drum when it is struck. Discover how to play the bodhran drum with help from...

An Irish reel refers to a traditional tune type, similar to a jig, that is in 4/4 time and played in cut time. Recognize an Irish reel with help from the member of an Irish band in this free video...

Violin shoulder rests can be attached to the instrument in different ways, depending on the style of rest. Attach a shoulder rest using screws or rubber bands with advice from an accomplished...

Teaching yourself to play the violin usually involves researching instructional materials, such as books and videos, but learning to properly hold the instrument is the first step. Get ideas for...

To tighten a violin bow, simply hold the bow by the grip with one hand and use the other to turn the button on the end in a clockwise direction. Find out how to properly tighten a bow to the...

Choosing a violin for a child requires first deciding whether to rent or purchase, and then measuring the child's arm to determine the correct size. Consider renting a violin for a young musician...

When choosing a violin, consider the purchase or rental price, the sound quality of the instrument and the musician's skill level. Determine which violin matches budget and preference with advice...

Hip-hop was born in the 1970s as a way for young kids in the ghetto to express themselves through music. Spraying graffiti, emcee's, DJs and breakdancing were ways for communities to come...

Over the years, hip-hop has changed in many ways, from the early days of Run DMC and MC Hammer, to Jay-Z, Kanye and many more; the form is constantly evolving. A freestyle champion discusses the...

Freestyle rapping is the style where nothing is pre-written and the emcee comes up with the rap lyrics off the top of his head. In this free video, you'll learn some great ways of practicing this...