Have you been thinking about taking piano lessons, but aren't sure where to begin as an adult? No problem! Learning musical theory and practice as an adult just means that you're more likely to be a dedicated, intelligent student! Learning with the help of piano lesson books is an ideal way to get comfortable with your new instrument and grasp the basics of musical theory. Once you have covered the basics, you can work with a specialized, private piano teacher to enhance your skills! The fol

Do you dream of playing the bass like a pro? This list of easy great bass songs for beginners that you’ve probably jammed to before is sure to inspire you. Below, we rated seven of the top best songs for bass by their difficulty level.  Sometimes it may seem like bass guitarists are overlooked or outshined by other band members, but that’s anything but the case. Don’t be fooled by the laid-back nature of most bassists — the bass is one of the most important elements of any band. Toge

Violins as we know them today really started to evolve from the 16th century. In fact, Andrea Amati, the patriarch of that violin making family, was born in 1505, although it wasn’t until 1555 that he created his first violin at the request of an Italian statesman by the name of Lorenzo De’ Medici. By the end of the century, his grandson, Nicolo, had been born and it was he who would eventually become the most eminent member of the family. They hailed from Cremona, a city in the north of

Interested in taking beginner piano lessons, but worried you're too old or too busy? These are just two of the common reasons that might keep you from learning piano. Here, online piano teacher Crystal B. debunks a few of these common excuses and myths... Most everyone has thought about taking piano lessons at one point or another, but there are a few common myths have keep new students from taking the first step to actually getting started. Today, I’d like to address these five myths and he

As a parent who understands the impact the arts can have on a child’s life, you’ve probably thought about introducing your children to the wonderful world of musicals. For less than the cost of a ticket to Disneyland, you can introduce your child to these awe-inducing, inspiring productions with the many Broadway shows in San Diego. Broadway Shows – What’s the Big Deal? Broadway shows, originally named after the 40 professional theaters in the Theater district of Manhattan in New Yor

If you really want to experience what it's like to perform on stage, you have to go to a live band karaoke event! It's nothing like that PA system stuff… you'll get the thrill of live musicians who improvise and work with you to create a truly fabulous performance. Here are the best live band karaoke Chicago hot spots where you can strut your stuff: PIECE Brewery and Pizzeria: Piece Brewery is known for serving up some of the best craft beer and pizza slices around. And on Saturday ni

When a child starts learning to play the piano, it’s important to set them up for success early on. We’re going to share the best piano books for kids that will help them learn basic piano playing skills along with familiar, fun, and easy songs. To support your child’s learning and keep things exciting, grab a few books for them, let them help you choose what books they’d like, and check out the tips we share at the end of this article for how to foster your new piano player’s success

As a musician, there are tons of different paths you can take, places you can perform, and ways you can do what you love. Here, Las Vegas and online teacher Nick B. shares his story of his experience auditioning to be a cruise ship musician... Everyone wants to tour the world, play their guitar, and just rock out in front of a fun-­loving crowd, especially if they’re getting paid to do it! A few months ago, I found an ad which offered just that! It basically read, “We’ll fly you to

As you're learning to sing, you'll likely have a lot of questions about how to become a better singer. And don't worry, that's what your voice teacher is there for! Once you've got the basics down, though, you might realize some of your beginner questions were a little...well... silly! Here, teacher Elaina R. answers some of the common questions and lays some rumors to rest... As a voice teacher, I get asked some pretty weird questions about singing. In fact, I get so many that I decid

Want to play faster and improve your drum technique? Try these tips from Detroit, MI teacher Joshua J. to make your drum practice more effective. When it comes to learning drums, there are five questions you should ask yourself: 1. What am I learning and why? 2. Is this natural or forced? (is it relaxed or tense?) 3. Is it easy as pie? If not, then why? 4. Am I making progress? 5. Does it sound the way I want it to? Speed is a big thing for drummers. It’s impressive and it jus