Looking for a list of the best piano songs ever? Check out this list of the top piano pop songs of all time! Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, there are tons of easy pop songs on piano. Learning piano pop songs will keep you interested in the instrument and help improve your performance skills. These tunes are sure to be a hit at parties and events, and you’ll inspire everyone to sing along! Who can resist singing Lady Gaga pop hits? Our list of the 100 best songs to play o

What do you think of when you see the words "classical singing?" Perhaps opera comes to mind? Here, vocal instructor Molly R. explains what being classically trained really means and how it can be applied to any genre of singing... What does the phrase “classically trained” mean - and why does it matter to you as a singer? Suppose you’re a rock or pop singer looking for a voice teacher -- while some teachers may stress that they're all about rocking or teaching a certain voca

Before you begin your violin lessons, you'll need to make a decision about the type and location of the lessons. Here are some helpful tips from Brooklyn, NY teacher Julie P... So you or your child wants to learn how to play the violin, but you’re not sure if you want to work with a teacher in-person, online, or maybe just go the DIY route? This article will help you think through the pros and cons of each option. By the end, you should have a better idea of which way is the best way for y

Have an audition coming up? You may know what TO do, but what about what NOT to do? Take a look at these tips for singing auditions in this guest post by Glendale, CA voice teacher Ben M...   Let’s face it: auditions are nerve-wracking. You're presenting your talent for somebody else's approval, and that's not easy to do. But auditions can also be a ton of fun and lead to amazing changes in your life. It’s incredibly important to make auditions a habit, even if you’re happy with whe

When you're beginning to learn guitar, you also have to learn how to practice. Follow this expert advice from guitar teacher Mike B. to find the proper amount of practice time you need to achieve your guitar goals along with other essential guitar practice tips… How much time should you spend practicing the guitar? This is a question that many students ask themselves, and there is no easy answer. Depending on your goals and level of commitment, the amount of practice time will vary. How

The violin is often considered by musicians to be one of the most challenging instruments to learn. Its roots trace back many centuries and it was clearly a definitive instrument in shaping classical music all over the world. One of the reasons it is considered a difficult instrument to learn is that it's a fretless string instrument, making violin music notes appear to be inexact, yet fingering must still be done with precision. The reward for learning this sweet-sounding elegant instrument, ho

For the professional singer, an injury to the voice can be devastating. Resolving such injuries can require any number of measures, ranging from vocal rest and therapy to surgical intervention. There is a common misconception that vocal injuries, such as vocal nodules, are solely the result of poor vocal technique or vocal abuse. While this is not always the case, this misunderstanding has created a stigma against singers with vocal nodules, which can make dealing with such an injury even more d

If you have found your way to this blog, you are likely wondering if anyone has ever made a living playing the ukulele. Perhaps you are looking to find ukulele jobs, and make a career out of your love of music and the ukulele. But, you don’t know where to start or if it is even possible to do. Well, dear reader, let me reassure you that it *is* indeed possible to build a career as a ukulele player, and that ukulele jobs are a thing - even if you have to be creative to create and find them.

You've practiced for months, and you're ready to share your music with an audience. But before you step on stage... did you know there are other factors that can affect your performance? Here, online voice teacher Tyler J. shares his tips for getting adequate sleep, what to eat before singing, and more... Being a modern singer can place a lot of demands on the voice. For me, it’s often necessary to sing for two to four hours straight several nights in a row, or even rehearse for long peri

When you first start learning how to play ukulele, chords are a great place to begin. Chords are groups of notes that, when played together, create a harmony. Learning to strum a sequence of chords is a great way to practice ukulele and eventually learn to play songs. Luckily, learning how to play ukulele chords can be quite simple once you get started. First we'll go over one basic chord and how to read chord charts and by the end of this article you'll be ready to strum away! Note: Make