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Blues music originated in the United States. There is very little documentation about the exact beginnings of blues, although anecdotal evidence places its beginnings in the late nineteenth to early twentieth centuries. Blues has had a tremendous influence on the music of the United States. more »
The oldest documented violin dates to 1555. The violin has been played in every musical genre from classical to bluegrass to rock. The scales, in conjunction with specific playing techniques, are important factors in blending the violin into various musical genres. Learn how playing fingering scales on your violin can make you a more... more »
Online Athens reports that one of the oldest forms of music in the United States is sacred harp singing. The musical form is said to be rooted in the Deep South and to have begun more than 200 years ago. Around the globe, the oldest musical instrument has long been the human voice. From the blues to opera to gospel to jazz,... more »
The film trailer has been around for nearly a century and is an important component in marketing in the film industry, as well as a key feature to the moviegoing experience. Here is a brief history and explanation of what a film trailer's purpose is. more »
The violin has been a part of popular culture for hundreds of years. During this time thousands of people have been able to make their living doing what they love, playing the violin. While some people seem born to play the violin, many professional violinists got where they are today by working hard, studying with a good teacher and... more »
In our last installment of How To Read Music (The Notes), we covered the notes as they appear on a music staff. This time we will cover... more »
Picking the perfect music for a waltz can be the hardest part of dancing a waltz, especially with all the different choices. But, with these... more »
While there are download services such as iTunes and Napster, many of the songs available there are only accessible to users if they pay to... more »
Ragtime piano music, derived from the phrase ragged time, which indicates the style in which the music is played, was originally an American... more »
As a mainstay of melodic tradition, blues music is popular around the world. Many musicians blend it with other genres to get a sound that... more »
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