Music is an integral part of the Chinese tradition. For millennia, China has been able to preserve their music tradition by passing the knowledge down from generation to generation. Although ancient, their musical instruments still produce sounds to be reckoned with. The following are some of the top traditional Chinese string instruments. Erhu The Erhu […]
Double Contrabass Flute – The World’s Biggest Metal Flute
What Is The Double Contrabass Flute? This flute is also referred to as the octobass flute and is considered as the world’s biggest metal flute and with the lowest pitch as well. We know that the hyperbass is bigger and has a lower pitch, but it is not made out of metal, instead PVC pipes […]
10 Best Books to Learn Guitar Technique from Beginners to Advanced Players
There’s a certain romanticism attached to teaching yourself the guitar. The history of the instrument is filled with many legendary self-taught guitar players, and it is certainly very rewarding to learn things for yourself. However, there is no need to get to caught up in the narrative – there are also many legendary guitar players […]
What is Chamber Music – Definition and Short History
Definition Designed for small ensembles of between two to eight players, allowing each instrument to carry a unique voice to a piece, Chamber music is what some have referred to as the music of friends. Structurally, scores for Chamber music is meant to be created for intimate gatherings, playable by amateur musicians so, by convention, […]
The History of the Violin
It’s a figure of romance, intrigue, and tragedy. Since it’s earliest beginnings the violin has inspired and captivated musicians and listeners alike. But the history of the violin is far from straightforward and involves dynastic rises and falls, the likes of which are exemplified in museums around the world. Prehistory Many musicologists believe that the […]