Playing a musical instrument often entails uninteresting tasks such as playing scales that can become boring. Scales are a necessary evil, if you will and if applied properly can be a path to better playing, no matter the instrument. If you can remember why you are playing scales you can receive the best result from their use.

How Do Scales Help?

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Over and over again, I have heard someone say, “I don’t like classical music!”  But did you know that all music evolved from classical music? Some of the early music can hardly be recognized as a sound, let alone music!

Most of the early music resembled what we now term “chant”.  The chant is still used in protests, religious services, sports games and other ways.  The early musicians used composition of new music to practice and contribute to their religion. Music evolved through the periods of medieval, renaissance and baroque styles. Some of these styles were not very melodic.  When the classical period was borne, music was exceptionally creative and drew listener interest and respect.  Read more... (546 words, 14 images, estimated 2:11 mins reading time)

Taking care of our jobs and families takes up most of our time.  This does not help our bodies or our minds relax.  Looking after ourselves is very important and a few minutes of relaxation can really enhance the day.

One of the most relaxing activities we can find,  is listening to music.  This helps relax our body as well as our mind.  Gender or age doesn’t matter when it comes to listening to music;  it is an enjoyable experience.  Read more... (293 words, 14 images, estimated 1:10 mins reading time)

Music, without a doubt, is a big part of most peoples’ daily lives. We enjoy listening to music to celebrate happy times, mourn the loss of loved ones and to pass time.  For many, music holds strong personal ties to experiences we have had.  Most people desire to keep music nearby so that they can listen to it when they feel like it.

Benefits of purchasing music online for downloading is that you are able to:  Read more... (612 words, 14 images, estimated 2:27 mins reading time)

The ability to sight-read piano music is a common skill.  This is when you play a piece of music for the first time, even though it may be unfamiliar to you.  Though it is not common to play a song perfectly the first time through, here are 8 tips to make sight-reading music easier for you.

Tip # 1. Key Signature.  The key signature of the piece of music that you are about to play requires special attention.  Having the correct sharps and flats committed to memory makes your play much smoother and accurate.   Read more... (541 words, 14 images, estimated 2:10 mins reading time)