Music

A member of the woodwind family of musical instruments, the alto flute sounds and plays similar to a traditional C flute. It has a lower range, however, and cannot play notes above G6 in treble...

Deep Purple's "Smoke on the Water" is a rock and roll classic that you can easily translate to the piano keyboard. The song can be played in a variety of keys, and features a simple rhythm and...

Just like bands and solo artists have their own name, so does a DJ. Some of the best and most famous DJ's have had memorable names. Names such as DJ Quik, DJ Lethal, and DJ AM all have short and...

Distortion is an important part of the rock guitar sound. It is used in every rock genre from classic rock to heavy metal. The type and amount of distortion you want depends on the type of music...

The Internet has changed the music industry and opened up a whole new world to musicians and music lovers alike. People have access to more songs than ever, and being able to save songs from the...

Trying to fill your iPod with music can be extremely expensive, especially with the size of iPods today. With the average song price lingering around $1, filling even just an iPod shuffle can put...

Half stack and full stack guitar amps consist of two basic parts: a power source, and a cabinet, or speaker. Most people buy these two together, but it's not necessary. Sometimes, certain amps...

This will cover how to play a few scales on a bass guitar and a few things you can do with a scale so it doesn't end up sounding like you are playing a scale. If you already know how to play a...

The piano accordion is the perfect instrument for any adventurous musician looking to expand their repertoire. The instrument produces a distinctive, familiar sound that blends perfectly within a...

V CAST Music is a music download service available from Verizon Wireless. The program, introduced in 2006, allows Verizon cell phone users to subscribe for a monthly fee and download songs to...

Occasionally, users will need to extract a song or audio background from a video file. In extracting Sony MP3 audio from video files, also known as converting videos to Sony MP3 format, an audio...

Because new violins are shipped without bridges installed, and because violin bridges sometimes break or wear out, violinists sometimes need to replace a bridge. The job requires careful...

Try this process before throwing away a CD that's scratched and skips when you try to play it. If the scratch is too deep and goes through the plastic to the foil layer, nothing will restore it....

Building an online radio used to be difficult, and at one point, even unfathomable. But that is no longer the case. Some websites, like Pandora.com, allow you to build your own Internet radios...

Hide glue for guitar making is a traditional luthier's glue. Made from rendered animal hide in powdered or block form, the glue is heat-set, allowing for a strong, acoustically transparent bond....

Sound engineering refers to the practice of recording, editing and manipulating sound by means of digital or electronic equipment. This multidisciplinary field is utilized in numerous industries,...

Finding things to do with your grandchildren is always fun. Next time you want to plan an event think about taking them to a concert? Better yet how about a children’s concert with the local...

Singing is a wonderful form of self-expression that you can enjoy even without being a professional. Yet bringing your singing to a performance level--and maintaining a healthy voice while doing...

Fruity Loops, also known as FL Studio, is a music software program that is easy to use and offers limitless features. The browsers are accessible, there are infinite samples and the layout allows...

Chords on the piano are the foundation for playing rhythm and accompanying other musicians. Solo piano players often develop good chord-rhythm techniques because they have so much musical space to...

The blues is an American form of music with origins in the deep south. Over time the blues became part of the foundation of rock and roll. Blues musicians are as recognized by what they wear as...

The term "carnatic music" refers to music performed in the expressive style of a vocalist. The origins of this musical style reside in southern India. Carnatic music is typically performed...

Have you ever heard a song on the radio and wished you could save it for later? With streaming audio recorders, you can. Streaming audio recorders allow you to record music straight from your...

As many pianists know, what is written in hymnals and what you hear some church pianists playing are two different things! Hymns are generally written in four-part harmony with a straight...

Digidesign's ProTools is often touted as the most advanced music and audio-recording software on the market. Unfortunately, this advanced technology and power comes with a price (not only in a...

The thumb piano is known for its rhythmic plucking sounds often heard in traditional African music. Wooden or metal keys are positioned on a soundboard and struck with the thumbs to create the...

The Korg Triton is a keyboard workstation used to make music. Many high-tech musicians hail Korg as a leader in workstation development. The Triton was released to positive reviews in 1999.

Your band is your brand: Sure, you're in it for the love of music, but isn't it nice to make money doing what you love? One of the easiest ways to add revenue to keep you on the road is the "merch...

Pro Tools is the industry standard for professional audio recording. The program has long depended on hardware interfaces to take the load of the CPU and a create a stable platform for a...

Music production has become accessible to anyone with a proclivity to music. It was once thought only to be available to famous producers with expensive equipment. When you think of beat making,...

It is not uncommon for the strap buttons on a guitar to strip out from time to time. This can cause problems for those who rely on strap buttons to securely hold their guitar while playing. If...

Whether you are setting up a small coffeehouse gig or a stadium show, you must use the proper equipment for the number of attendees. Each audience member must be able to hear what the performer is...

A slur in piano music is two notes or more played together, one right after the other, in a smooth fashion. A slur marking, indicated by a curved line that begins at the first note of the slur and...

Gospel music is spiritual music that often combines elements of blues, jazz and even country. Many gospel choirs feature guitar and piano. Learning to play gospel music on guitar isn't difficult...

When setting up a music rehearsal space, home recording studio, or even a home theater system, one of the most important factors to keep in mind is noise. Any kind of loud music or cinematic sound...

Pop filters, although simple in appearance, have changed the entire recording industry for the better. The pop filter is mounted between the artist's mouth and the windscreen of the microphone to...

This will help you get free merchandise the next time you purchase a guitar. Anyone buying a new or used guitar should give this a try, it has worked for my for years. In fact, I have never...

I learned how to perform this guitar technique years ago, and it is always nice to be able to do these on the fly when jamming with friends. If you have learned just one scale, then this...

Nylon string guitars are typically easier to play than steel string guitars. They are easier on your fingers and are more forgiving to mistakes.

Writing song lyrics is rewarding in many ways. Perhaps you want to impress others with your skills. Maybe you just want to get things from deep inside onto paper. Whatever the motivation may...

I have been playing bass for several years now primarily sticking to rock and alternative genres but sometimes I like to get into a little funk or jazz. Many bassists, and I am guilty of this as...

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...

Many beginning songwriters are excited to learn that they can earn money for their music. Unfortunately, many of them don't know what earning potential their songs have beyond gigging. This is a...

Are you tired of the radio and the same old stuff on your ipod? Change it up with some free music on the internet. There are many ways of listening to music free and legally. Free music will add...

In the '80s, commercial drum machines were huge and cost at least $5,000. Drum machines often had only a few samples, and each instrument was difficult to adjust. Also, it was a pain to input the...

MySpace allows its users to personalize their profiles in a number of ways, including the layout, biography, pictures and -- more recently -- MySpace music playlists. These playlists allow you to...

Unlike its early predecessors, the latest version of GarageBand features a built-in tuner that makes it easier than ever to tune an instrument before recording it. Whether you are plugging your...

Adding warmth to guitar tone is one of the most elusive aspects of playing the instrument. Often it is a case of which electric guitar is purchased, whether that be Fender (whose guitars typically...

Playing the guitar for hours can be painful, especially to your neck and back. Because of the way the guitar is held, the result is often a painful muscle imbalance, according to Guitar...

Violins are capable of creating genres of music from bluegrass to classical. In order for a violin to produce the best sound quality possible, all parts of the violin must be installed to...