How to Get Your First Gig
There comes a time in the life of many musicians where playing live is a very possible reality. Whether that be if you have written your own songs as a solo artist or play with a band or any other type of group. The problem is, many musicians do not know where to begin when
Guitar Maintenance 101
Taking care of your guitar is an essential part of being a guitarist. It is crucial to keep your instrument in the best shape possible in order to preserve its quality, sound and longevity. Despite what some musicians think, taking really good care of your guitar is not as hard as it seems. It basically
How to Build Your Own Home Recording Setup
If you are a musician who has been in the process of writing music, then recording your songs may be the next step for you to take. A majority of the time, professional studios can be very expensive, which may deter a lot of musicians from actually recording their songs. However, there is a less
Using the CAGED Method
As a beginner or even as a skilled guitarist, the fretboard of a guitar may not make perfect sense when looking at it. Unlike a piano, the notes on a guitar’s fretboard are not exactly laid out in perfect order. While this may be frustrating for some players, learning the CAGED method can help guitar
Acoustic Guitar Options for Advanced Guitar players
As a guitar player, it is sometimes common that you upgrade your gear as your skill level continues to increase. There are some instruments out there that are great for beginners and getting to know the instrument, but there is also gear out there that can better suit different players’ needs. This is especially true
Great Tips to Make Your Practice More Productive
Practicing at home can be a challenge for musicians of all instruments involved in all types of music. It can be loaded with distractions, as well as a lack of routine that prohibits you from taking the next steps to becoming better. In order to be practicing successfully at home, you need to create an
Buying Your First Drum Set
Drummers are one of the most important components of any band and learning the drums is arguably the best way to learn and increase your rhythmic skills. If you are a beginner musician and looking to learn the drums, buying your first kit can be very overwhelming. Luckily, buying your first drum set doesn’t have
Tips on Choosing Your First Piano or Keyboard
Starting a new instrument, such as the Piano, can be very exciting for new musicians or even experienced musicians. It is a great instrument and can help you on your journey in understanding more about music theory, becoming a better overall musician and so much more. However, some players may not know what instrument in
A Beginner’s Guide to the Ukulele
When a beginner musician decides to pick up an instrument for the first time, the thought of starting with the ukulele may not cross their minds. However, the ukelele can be a great instrument to start with, especially if you are unsure of where to begin as a musician. The reason for this is that
Simple Tricks to Improve Your Rhythm When Learning Drums
Being able to play in time is an essential part of being a drummer. This incorporates both one’s rhythm and sense of pace within a song or even a practice exercise. Don’t let it get you down if your rhythm feels off when you are first learning the drums, the drums can be very difficult
Top 3 Places To See Live Entertainment In Phoenix
While attending a concert or seeing live music of any kind is fun in itself, the venue can make all the difference. Here in Arizona, there are a variety of great venues where one can go to see live music, especially now that things are starting to open back up following the pandemic. These venues
Why the Piano can be a Good Place to Start
Picking an instrument to start learning may sometimes feel like an overwhelming decision to make. After all, there are a variety of options including the guitar, bass, drums and classical instruments. However, what not many people know is that the piano can be a great instrument for beginners to start playing on and a great