Electronic Drum Sets Are Great For Practice

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 then had... Read more »

The Top 10 Most Famous Pianists Ever

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, Rachmaninoff... Read more »

Why You Should Sing - Sing A Song!

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 requires you... Read more »

Find Tons of Free Piano Music Online

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 permit... Read more »

Are Gospel Chords Different Than Normal Chords?

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 chords.... Read more »

Learning Music For Absolute Beginners

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 piano can... Read more »

Piano Tutorial - Are You Ready To Learn How To Play The Piano (Part 1)

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 playing would require... Read more »

Playing Ceremonial Drums In Native Drumming Groups

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 how exactly... Read more »

Playing Native American Flutes For A Unique Spiritual Journey

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 spirit... Read more »

What Is A Musical Staff And A Grand Staff

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 teacher and pupil.... Read more »