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Jazz Scales: The Chromatic Scale

I remember back in middle school and high school preparing for regional band auditions. Placement was based on a scoring […]

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10 Songwriting Tips To Help You Write Memorable Music

Songwriting is something that routinely mystifies even the most seasoned musicians, and if you think about it, it makes perfect […]

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Beginner Fingerpicking Songs

There’s nothing like listening to a musician plucking intricate patterns of notes on the guitar with only their fingers. A […]

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5 Reasons Why You Should Take Summer Music Lessons

If you’re looking for a good time to start taking music lessons, there’s no better time than during the hot […]

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Play By Ear: A Quick Guide for Beginning Musicians

We generally group musicians into two categories: those who can read music, and those who play by ear. Like many […]

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Beginner Guitar Solos: Getting Started with Improvisation

There’s no greater feeling than going to a music store to pick out your first guitar, going home, and holding […]

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Ear Training for Musicians: A How To Guide

Music is rare in the fact that it’s one of the most powerful things in the world even though it’s […]

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Piano Fingering Exercises: Scales, Chords, and More

The piano is an instrument capable of producing an impressive variety functions within music. Musicians use the piano’s keyboard to […]

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Four Easy Breathing Exercises for Singing

Did you know that a healthy start to your singing practice regimen doesn’t necessarily have to begin with any actual […]

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Guitar Exercises Every Guitarist Should Practice

To a complete beginner, the world of guitar chords, riffs, and exercises might seem daunting or just downright impossible to […]

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