Music Articles

Music | By Duane Shinn @ Wednesday, 6th August 2008 @ 11:42 PM

Johann Strauss was the son of a famous composer. He was born in Vienna, Austria in 1825. Johann Straus Senior was often known as the father of the waltz, and Strauss Junior was later dubbed the king of the waltz. Raised in Austria, Strauss did much of his composition in the latter half of the 19th century. Strauss Junior was most famous for the dance and operetta music he created, and his work is generally considered to reflect the height of cultural achievement within the Hapsburg Empire... more...

Music | By Duane Shinn @ Wednesday, 6th August 2008 @ 11:10 PM

If you're a guitar player who desires to learn the piano, you're already ahead of the game. You can transfer your knowledge of chords and chord patterns to the keyboard. This means you could be playing a tune at the piano in no time. That's because chords are chords, no matter what instrument they are played on. The composition of chords is the same whether you apply them to a guitar or a piano. The only difference is where the application takes place. On a piano, you use b... more...

Music | By Duane Shinn @ Tuesday, 5th August 2008 @ 5:35 PM

Gospel music is full of history and soul. It comes from a rich tradition of folk songs and church hymns. Gospel stays alive by remaining relevant, taking various aspects of the musical culture of the day and bringing those aspects into the spiritual fold. In modern gospel, jazz has been introduced into traditional songs. This has sparked the musical term "gospel chords." Gospel chords are extended chords, such as the 9th, 11th and 13th. Maybe you're not familiar with these ch... more...

Music | By Duane Shinn @ Tuesday, 5th August 2008 @ 3:03 PM

Sheet music can be expensive to purchase on a regular basis. If you want to expand your piano music library without spending a lot of money, download free sheet music from the Internet. A simple Internet search for "free sheet music," "free piano music" and "piano music online" opens up many avenues for you to explore. Consider even more variations and your website possibilities will overflow. Many sites offer total access to their piano music library. Others permi... more...

Music | By Kevin Sinclair @ Tuesday, 5th August 2008 @ 2:25 PM

Best known from the Carpenter's recording of the song, Joe Raposo's composition "Sing" is about as close to perfection as you can get; and carries a useful message. Science has now caught up with Mr. Raposo; studies show that singing makes you more relaxed and improves mood. So why sing? And why sing out loud? There is no one right answer to this question. However, it seems almost everyone does have an answer to it. Sing Out Loud, Sing Out Strong Singing loudly... more...

Music | By Amy Nutt @ Tuesday, 5th August 2008 @ 12:19 PM

There have been many pianists in the 500 years since the piano was invented. However, the majority of them were mediocre, some were good and a very few were absolutely stunning. Many of those who made it to this list began their musical training at a very young age which allowed them to perfect their talent early on. This article will take a look at a handful of the most amazing pianists ever. 1. Sergei Rachmaninoff. Known for having the largest hands of all the most famous pianists, Rach... more...

Music | By Matt Chang @ Tuesday, 5th August 2008 @ 6:52 AM

There is something about the beat and the feel of playing the drums. Even little kids love banging away at a pot with the kitchen spoon. It probably has something to do with a primal instinct. The drums is one of the most interesting part of the music history. Drums and drum sets form quite a variety and is almost an integral part of many different cultures. Rhythm and beat are all parts of our pre wiring. There are probably lots of you that would love to have drums, or even learned, but... more...

Music | By Craig Chambers @ Tuesday, 5th August 2008 @ 6:42 AM

Do you love Native American Rattles and other Indian musical instruments? Rattles are excellent Native American symbols and representations of Indian people and their unique culture. They are also among the most used musical instruments for use in ceremonies and rituals throughout most Indian tribes. Rattles, for many years and for the majority of American Indians, have always played a large part in the spiritual connection with the creator as well as for use in social events. As you stu... more...

Music | By Clive Calvin @ Tuesday, 5th August 2008 @ 5:08 AM

When artists get busy creating, it is very easy to get so involved in the details of what we do that we sometimes forget the basics. Have you ever thought about the overall picture of what you are trying to create? Have you ever asked yourself, What is my style? You have decided that you need to buy some hip hop beats, but have you taken the time to understand those styles, understand your styles, and match your style with the beats that you are selecting? Have you ever taken all of that... more...

Music | By Duane Shinn @ Monday, 4th August 2008 @ 7:48 PM

Even many musicians haven't heard of figured bass. Also called basso continuo, a simple explanation of the term is a short way to note chords on a musical score. If you have never heard of it, it's most likely because the method isn't used today. However, it could be considered akin to, or a precursor of, a modern chord chart. Figured bass originated in the Baroque era of the17th and 18th century. Music has evolved over the centuries and still does today. The development o... more...

Music | By Mike Shaw @ Monday, 4th August 2008 @ 7:03 PM

The staff is basically a set of five horizontal lines that appear vertically thus creating four spaces and on these lines and spaces as they are called, musical notes are written. The lower down the notes are written on the staff the lower the pitch and the higher up the higher the pitch. Of course, there a little bit more to it than that, so let's go in to a bit more detail. The Staff The staff is a very generic term, and would be used in a musical environment such as a music... more...

Music | By Craig Chambers @ Monday, 4th August 2008 @ 3:13 PM

Native American flutes are extremely popular for use in ceremonies and rituals, or as home decor collection pieces. I have always enjoyed Native flute music for its pleasing sound quality and ability to bring a tranquil calm to the atmosphere where it is played. Hearing Native flutes always reminds me of my mother's kitchen where she often had flute music playing to bring a peaceful calm to her home. The mesmerizing flute music revives the soul and brings about a calming affect on the spiri... more...

Music | By Craig Chambers @ Monday, 4th August 2008 @ 3:01 PM

Because I love southwest decorating, I recently added ceremonial drums as part of the rustic, southwest decor in my new home. I was so happy with the unique, rustic look that the Native American drums brought to my home, that I started researching and reading about the history and the significant role they play in tribal cultures. If you are like me, you have probably seen how important ceremonial drums are to the Native culture but do not know their importance in Native ceremonies or ho... more...

Music | By Mike Shaw @ Monday, 4th August 2008 @ 11:34 AM

In these times of the internet, it's never been a better time to learn how to play the piano. Why is that? I hear you ask, because, information on virtually any subject you can think of is available, with a little research on the internet, and learning to play the piano, is no different than any other subject you might wish to learn. Do I need a piano? Obviously, if you want to learn to play the piano, then a piano keyboard of some sort is essential. While advanced piano playi... more...

Music | By Duane Shinn @ Monday, 4th August 2008 @ 11:09 AM

Learning music as a beginner can be frustrating if you do not know where to start. There is no right or wrong way for a beginner to learn, but there are simple steps that can help anyone make learning music fun. First of all, you'll need an instrument. If you have access to a piano, you have got a head start. The piano is the easiest instrument to begin learning, yet is also the most versatile. Its notes are set neatly in a row with nothing hidden. Because of this simple layout, the ... more...

Music | By Dan Brown @ Monday, 4th August 2008 @ 6:24 AM

Are you a musician, singer, or in a band? Are you anxious to get your music heard, but just don't know where to send music demos? Thousands of musicians, bands, and singers want to get noticed... but getting noticed in the competitive music industry can be rather frustrating to say the least! Therefore, knowing where to send music demos is an absolute must! Unfortunately, if you do a quick search online for "Where to send music demos," you'll find a few useless o... more...

Music | By Duane Shinn @ Sunday, 3rd August 2008 @ 6:58 PM

When it comes to reading piano sheet music, the first place to start is with the individual elements of the composition itself. Before you can tackle an entire piece, you must be familiar with that particular composition's language. The following are steps to consider in reading piano sheet music. These will help you grasp the intent and nuances of the piece quickly. * Look over the entire composition to get a feel for its length and structure. This first run through is just t... more...

Music | By Kevin Sinclair @ Saturday, 2nd August 2008 @ 6:07 PM

If you have ever recorded in a sound studio, then you know what "the buzz" is. It is unfortunately one of the recording syndromes that has to be dealt with. In the process of setting up your recording, if you notice white noise coming from your equipment, it is vital that you do what you can to locate the source of the buzz. It may even be necessary to do some reorganization and re-planning. The sound quality of your recording will be adversely affected if you don't discover ... more...

Music | By Daniel Millions @ Saturday, 2nd August 2008 @ 12:44 AM

Listening songs is one of the best ways to relax and many people even listen songs for entertainment purpose. For many people, music has become a part of life. A number of new songs are released throughout the world by different artists and music lovers try to get hold of the songs as soon as they can. As a result of development in technology and Internet, it's now possible to download music files from Internet. A number of websites are available that allow users to download music files. So... more...

Music | By Richard Neesal @ Friday, 1st August 2008 @ 11:36 PM

Choosing the right electric guitar relies on many different factors such as the type of music that is going to be played, how often the guitar will be played and where. For those learning to play the electric guitar, finding a good one to learn on is important, especially when knowing the fingers are going to have to toughen up a bit. And the easier the electric guitar is to play the better. Many individuals that have played different electric guitars will tell you that not all gui... more...