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Making Sense of Musical Genres

Anyone studying music will run into the term “genre” and, usually not long after doing so, will probably feel a […]

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Infographic: History of the Blues

While the blues haven’t been around as long as some other forms of music, the history of the blues is […]

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Why Music Theory Still Matters for Musicians

Music theory is oftentimes the bane of beginning musician’s existence. It’s complex, some of the vocabulary is, frankly, antiquated and […]

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Can You Learn Perfect Pitch?

Perfect pitch refers to an ability that some people have that allows them to identify musical notes almost flawlessly with […]

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Dealing with Frustration when Studying Music

Whenever you start studying music, you’re taking on a challenge. There are some people who are referred to as “naturals” […]

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Intro to Music Theory with Emphasis on Guitar: Modes and Scales

Introduction In this post we will learn what comprises scales, how scales relate to modes, and how to utilize modes […]

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Online Piano Lessons: Are They Right For You?

With all the advancements of technology and popularity of the Internet, pretty much anything can be learned online these days, […]

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Sheet Music Sources for Music Students

Outside of visiting your local neighborhood music store, there are many resources for obtaining and purchasing music online. By shopping […]

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Encouraging a Love of Music Outside the Classroom

It’s very important to foster a love of music both inside and outside of the classroom or lesson studio. Here […]

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Ask A Teacher: The Best Piano Method for Kids

Most parents wonder what the best piano method for kids is.  The best answer is that it depends on the […]

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