3 Strum Patterns Every Beginner Guitarist Needs To Know
To become a true guitar master, you need to do more than just take guitar lessons, learn basic chords, and memorize notes on the fretboard. While all that’s super important, there’s another guitar skill you’ll need to pick up along the way; one that will help you connect all the dots and take your playing
How to Sing with Confidence
Have you ever been to a concert and were completely awed not only by the singer’s vocal chops, but by their ability to own the stage and exude confidence? Watching singers with so much charisma, personality, and ease on stage can make it easy to believe that some people are just born with a natural
Attention Drummers!!! 3 Tips To Accelerate Your Progress
Listen up, drummers! Do you covet the skills of Travis Barker, wish you could rock out like Chad Smith, or throw down the beat as well as David Grohl? Then keep reading…we have the secrets to help you get there! It should be no surprise that these drum talents didn’t develop their skills overnight…and sadly, neither
The 3 Most Important Skills All Bass Players Should Know
If you want to know what it really takes to be a bass player, you’ve come to the right place. The first thing to note is that the bass is one of the most important instruments in a band. If a band was like a cruise ship, the bass player would be the captain, expertly
Top 5 Things Parents Should Consider When Choosing a Music Instructor
Finding the right music instructor for your child is the number one most important factor in determining whether or not they successfully learn to play an instrument. But with so many music schools and instructors to choose from, it can be hard to find the one that is the best fit for you and your
Attention Parents: Here’s How To Help Your Kids Build Confidence
All parents can agree there’s no greater joy than raising a happy, confident kid. While the happiness part is fairly easy to ensure (most of the time), making sure your child is confident is a bit more challenging. Confidence isn’t something most children are naturally born with, but rather something that is built over time.Luckily,
Seu Jorge Play Bowie Tribute in Phoenix, AZ
By: Veronica Fedri On Tuesday, September 5th, 2017, I attended an extremely unique show at The Van Buren. Seu Jorge, an actor, composer, and songwriter, played a wonderful David Bowie tribute. Jorge has recently began his second year of this tribute tour earlier this year in June. It began in 2016 as a dedication to
An Introduction to Voice Vibrato
When learning how to sing—either through voice lessons or on your own—you’ll probably stumble across a technique called “voice vibrato.” Voice vibrato is a powerful skill that all singers should know how to properly execute. Although it may sound like an advanced skill designed to be used only by seasoned pros, voice vibrato is actually
Techniques For Avoiding Vocal Fatigue
For singers, vocal fatigue can be a real concern. Even with years of voice lessons and proper vocal techniques, singers still run the risk of wearing out their voices due to constant and intense use. Symptoms of vocal fatigue include: Scratchy, sensitive throat Hoarseness Shortness of breath Constant urge to clear throat Weakness when speaking
Interview: The Harrison Huffman Experience
By: Veronica Fedri Last Monday, on August 7, 2017, I went to my first ever show at the now non-profit venue, The Trunk Space to see the Harrison Huffman Band. Now located inside Grace Lutheran Church, The Trunk Space is a very unique venue to see a show in, and I would highly recommend it
3 Tips For Singers To Engage Their Audience
Listen up, singers…we’re about to reveal the formula for putting on a perfect performance. Number one, of course, (as everyone can guess) is knowing how to sing well. With voice lessons, lots of practice, and a little determination, you’ll be a singing machine in no time! But the lesser known ingredient needed for an applause-worthy
Metallica: Phoenix Concert Review
By: Veronica Fedri This past weekend, on August 4, 2017, the extremely popular heavy-metal band, Metallica, performed a sold-out show at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. This was for their WorldWired tour. Avenge Sevenfold was the opening act. There were pros and cons of this show, and this was one of the