If you are still taking your guitar to the shop to change the strings, this article is for you. We will talk about changing guitar strings, especially if you have a best Martin guitar or an electric guitar. The process of changing strings is the same whether you change all the strings or only one. […]
How To Clean A Flute: An Essential Guide for Every Player
The flute is a precious instrument that requires regular care. Not only is it expensive, it collects moisture, and it’s also made of metals that tarnish. Over time, it will become hard to play, and you’ll be more likely to give up. Fear not, however, because you have all the power and tools to make […]
Beginner’s Guide: How To Clean A Trumpet
As musicians, we often overlook the mundane task of cleaning our instruments. We convince ourselves we will clean it after the next performance or training session. Every time you play your trumpet, your fingerprints and residue from your hands stay on your trumpet and eventually cause stains and other physical evidence of damage to your […]
Top 8 Most Important Brass Family Instruments
Although some may think they’re outdated, brass instruments are as relevant as ever. Although usually associated with classical music and large symphonic orchestras, they also find heavy use not only in jazz but also traditional old-school rock and roll, funk, and even pop music. What’s more, these days, different brass instruments can find their way […]
Top 13 Most Popular String Family Instruments You Should Know
It’s no secret that string family instruments are some of the most popular out there. This goes for both absolute beginners and those who are looking to start playing a second instrument. And, most importantly, they seem to be really appealing to plenty of music lovers these days. However, string instruments are a very wide […]
How to Implement Dorian Mode in Lead Sections
It’s always a good idea to find a way to expand your soloing “vocabulary”. Whatever is your instrument, finding new ways to approach your lead sections is a must if you’re a lead player. You might prefer to write them first, or you might feel like improvising them completely. However, you need to have a […]
Oboe vs Clarinet: What’s the Difference?
Even after many centuries of development, both in terms of instrument and theory, the world of music still holds so many secrets. Of course, some of these “secrets” could be classified as just common misconceptions and misunderstandings. Thankfully, we have the internet these days and the possibility to clear things up with ease. However, one […]
Top 10 Best Songs to Learn How to Play on Harmonica
There’s a big advantage to having a small instrument. This is why harmonica is so great – it’s a compact little thing that still gives quite a punch. It’s also one of the catchiest-sounding instruments out there, and it’s one of the most often choices as a second instrument. But now that you’ve got your […]
Covering the Basics: Top 10 Best Banjo Songs for Beginners
Setting out to become a musician might be a bit difficult. Whatever you try to play will seem almost impossible. And although it seems simple at first, this same rule applies to the banjo. This fun little instrument that we can hear in country, bluegrass, and even jazz music has its challenges. But the best […]
How to Write a Song on the Guitar – A Beginner’s Guide
The very point of playing an instrument is to have a new tool for expression. Aside from just performing music, some beginner guitar players dream about making their own stuff. However, this might not be that simple and there are a few things one should be informed about before attempting to write their own music. […]