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How to Become Familiar With the Different Stages/Venues at Coachella 2007

By Kampy

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For the past several years, the Coachella Festival has had essentially the same layout / setup. I think they try to keep it consistent from year to year to make it easier for themselves and to maintain continuity, because, a lot of people seem to ... more »

How to become Goth

By Muneca

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Would you really want to be goth? Do you like to understand what it means to be Goth? The Goth culture started out in 80's and was influenced by bands like: Sisters of Mercy Siouxsie & the Banshees, The Cure, Dead Can Dance and also Adam and ... more »

How to Begin to Play the Clarinet

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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The clarinet plays a role similar to that of the violins in an orchestra. It was also used in Jazz music from the early 1900s up until the Big Band Era. Great satisfaction in the music experience resides in playing the clarinet. Follow these few ... more »

How to Begin to Play the Trombone

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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The trombone has a very sonorous sound. The instrument was assigned to play thrilling countermelodies in the marches of John Philip Sousa. Four or five trombones are used in the low brass section of Big Band jazz ensembles... more »

How to Behave in a Recording Studio

By Stewart Cararas

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It goes without saying that one should know how to conduct themselves in a professional environment. The recording studio is no exception. Occasionally, an artist will bring along a friend to the recording studio. Sometimes this can work to the ... more »

How to Blow a Bugle

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Trumpet players can play the bugle with relative ease. Bugle playing is popular with scouts, historical re-enactments and at sporting events. Proper lip placement and breathing are critical to playing the bugle. Here are some basic tips for ... more »

How to Book Gigs for Your Band

By Jbrickman

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In this article you'll learn about who to contact a venue/promoter, how to agree on terms, getting paid, and how not to get screwed when booking a gig. This article is for independent musicians, bands and ensembles looking to play shows at a wide ... more »

How to browse for records

By robojuice

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Everyone has a specific genre of music they adhere to. Making things difficult for the vinyl collector is the fact that you need to wade through a bunch of crappy records to find that gem you've been looking for. Here are some tips to make that ... more »

How to Build a Celtic Music Collection

By Virginia Allain

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For those who love the lilt and energy of Irish and Scottish music, collecting the music can become a passion. Here are tips for building a first-rate collection of celtic music... more »

How to Buy a Harpsichord

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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A harpsichord is a variation of a piano. Played with a keyboard, this instrument produces notes by plucking, rather than striking, a string when each key is depressed. Here are some guidelines to follow when buying a harpsichord to ensure you get ... more »

How to Buy a Trombone

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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The trombone supplies a rich sound to the band and orchestra. It's an instrument with a superb history. Music directors love to have a strong trombone section. You will be a welcome addition... more »

How to Buy Sheet Music Online

By NYLady

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If you're a musician or a vocalist, the Internet provides dozens of ways you can browse, shop and order sheet music for delivery to your doorstep. Some websites now offer instant downloads of sheet music, which means you can be playing the music ... more »

How to Care for a Piccolo

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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The piccolo is similar to the flute except it is smaller and has a higher pitch. It's very easy to transport because of its small size. The piccolo needs regular cleaning and maintenance to keep it sounding good and make it last. Follow these ... more »

How to Catalog Your CD's

By Jesse Schmitt

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If you have, as a great many of us do, a whole lot of CD’s from that bygone era called “the 1990’s” and you are remembering the good old days when CD technology was premiere. You may begin to get some ideas about wanting to bring back these ... more »

How to Check if One has Proper Breath Support for Singing

By Matthias Niska

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Having proper breath support is the most basic, most essential, prerequisite to successful singing. But many singers, including some who have taken formal voice lessons, fail to understand the basic mechanics of proper breath support. Don’t be ... more »

How to Choose Between Mac and PC for Recording Music

By Henry

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You’ve seen the commercials: Macs are fun, PCs aren’t. All due respect to Macs, but there’s a lot you can do on a PC as well. Yet Macintosh users think they’ve got the best platform for recording music on the computer. PC users think ... more »

How to Choose Line Dance Music

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Line dancing is usually associated with country dancing, but it has become very popular at weddings and other celebrations. Although usually done in a line, some line dances are done in a circle. These are popular because they do not require a ... more »

How to Choose the Right Piano Music for your Wedding

By pianistic

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You have decided to have piano music for your wedding. Here are some tips on what music and when it will be played... more »

How to Clean a Saxophone

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Proper care and cleaning of a saxophone will not only help it produce a clear tone but will prolong its life as well. A straight saxophone, such as the soprano, requires special tools to be properly cleaned. However, most other bell shaped ... more »

How to Compose a Lyric

By eHow Arts & Entertainment Editor

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Most popular songs are written about people who want to be in love, who are currently in love or who used to be in love. "God Bless America" is one of the exceptions, though it could be said that this song is about love of country. But, by and ... more »

How to Convert Video Files Into Audio Files

By jaindinu

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This article will help you to extract audio from your video file and save it as an audio track file. As we can't convert a video file into an audio file literally but my article will help you to extract your video's audio and save it as an audio ... more »

How to COPYRIGHT AND PUBLISH

By Amara

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GET YOUR ORIGINAL WORK COPYRIGHTED AND PLACES TO HELP GET YOU OUT THERE.. more »

How to Create a Romantic Soundtrack

By M A Bramlett

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Surprise your love with a heartfelt, mood-making soundtrack to go with a romantic evening. Here are a few choosen songs that are off the beaten path, but could still be the beginning of a darn romantic soundtrack. And don’t forget to give it that ... more »

How to Create Voices and Sound Effects for a Stop Motion Movie

By alanmd23

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After a Stop-Motion movie has been taped and put together, it is time to add the voices and sound effects. Voices and sound effects are important because they help your little claymation world come alive and voices breathe life into the ... more »

How to Date A Musician

By dopus1

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Musicians have certain characteristics that should be known before entering into a relationship... more »