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Get to Know the Yamaha Electronic Drum Set

admin — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 23:57:05 +0000

If you’d like to play drums with a modern twist then consider investing in an electronic drum set. To keep this article simple, we’ve looked at only Yamaha drums, which are a favorite of one...

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Music Business: Memphis Music Foundation

Mrs Music — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 04:23:16 +0000

What is your name and position?: Elizabeth Cawein, Communications Coordinator for Memphis Music Foundation What is your band/or company name?: Memphis Music Foundation What tips do you have to help...

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Guitar Music Theory versus Can I Just Play?

Christa Turnell — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 06:26:48 +0000

Guitarists are frequently reluctant to apply music theory to their learning process. However, having exposure to music theory and chord progressions can improve the technique of any guitarist.

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Acoustic Guitar or Nylon Stringed Guitars?

Christa Turnell — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 05:44:03 +0000

The nylon string guitar has gained popularity in rock, and folk music, due to its rich middle tones. However, the steel stringed guitar has a stronger sustain, and a larger volume range. There are...

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Music Business: EPiC Measures LLC

Mrs Music — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 08:13:39 +0000

So we asked readers about how they have used social media – Facebook, Twitter, MySpace, etc. – to promote music. Here is the first response in the series: What is your name and...

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Wrist and Hand Injuries of the Guitarist

Christa Turnell — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 00:48:08 +0000

Tony Rice is one of the world’s greatest guitarists. He performs with power, excellent tone, and awesome fluidity. He has played with David Grisman, Jerry Douglas, and Bela Fleck. He has also...

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Guitar Lessons or Not?

Christa Turnell — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 23:21:25 +0000

Guitarists fight over whether lessons are necessary or not on a rather routine basis. Is it a definite yes or no question? No. Learning guitar, or any other instrument, is a matter of discipline,...

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Different Playing Styles of Bass Guitar

admin — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 07:20:12 +0000

If you’ve just started playing the guitar, it wouldn’t hurt to try learning the different playing styles of bass guitar. This would let you know where your strengths and weaknesses lie and help you...

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How to Learn Guitar Notes the Wrong Way

admin — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 09:29:12 +0000

If you want to learn guitar notes the right way then the list below will tell you what you should absolutely avoid doing. Unfortunately, a lot of first-time guitarists end up succumbing to them,...

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Girls and Guitars

Christa Turnell — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 17:56:57 +0000

As holidays are fast approaching, and people are scrambling to find the perfect gift for their child or friend, musical instruments often come to mind, especially for teenagers. However, boys’...

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