Piano burning traditions around the world. When an old piano is beyond repair with no hopes to recommission it, some say that best thing to do is to burn it. Burning an old piano has now become more of a tradition for musicians and even Air Force members. Legend and mythology No one is quite […]
Classical Music undergoes image makeover to make the genre more popular
Classical Music undergoes image makeover to attract a bigger audience and to make the genre more popular. There are many who feel that the classical music business needs to break down the rules and make concert-going a more contemporary experience. “We Don’t Do That”: Need to Relax a Bit A man who enjoys listening to […]
Guitar Recording Tips
Here are useful Guitar Recording Tips, Tricks & Techniques… When it comes to recording, not everybody likes to stay confined only to the software space, even though you can get some high quality instrument sounds (VSTs). There are many who can play a musical instrument and would love to use the sounds of the instrument […]
Rests in music actually means silence
Rests is music actually means silence. There are different types of rests, they have duration but no pitch. Rests – Play Nothing If you carefully listen to any song, you will observe that not all the instruments, including the melody, play together for the entire duration of the song. There will be times when certain […]
Introduction to Ragtime Piano: Learn Iconic Pieces
So is there any difference between ragtime, honky tonk, boogie woogie, and stride piano playing? Ragtime, honky tonk, boogie woogie, and stride style of playing, usually involves playing a steady stride or two-step in the left hand, and playing lots of syncopation in the right hand. As far as use of harmony is concerned, you […]
Harpsichord stringed keyboard instrument, came much before the piano
The Harpsichord is among the earliest keyboard instruments to have existed, and came before the modern piano was invented. Lots of beautiful music exists for the Harpsichord (and its definitely an underrated instrument). Like the piano, even the harpsichord is a keyboard instrument and most of the physical features (from the outside) are similar – […]
Apps make learning to play the keyboard fun (on beginner keyboards & pianos)
With smartphones and tablets becoming widespread, you now have one more method to learn to play the piano/keyboard, and that is using apps. There are several apps out there for learning to play the piano/keyboard, which are perfectly suited for beginners. How these apps help? Make playing keyboard/piano fun Can be linked with a Electronic […]
Roland RD 700NX 88 Key Stage Piano
Rating: Here’s a detailed review of the Roland RD-700NX Stage Piano. You get 30 of Roland’s world-famous SuperNATURAL pianos and hundreds of more sounds on this 88-key gigging keyboard. Layering and switching between the various instrument sounds is easy. The keyboard itself is easy to use. The patches are spectacular, almost concert quality. PROS: Amazing […]
Halloween Music & Spooky Special Effects Store
Halloween Music Store – In addition to buying Halloween costumes & costume accessories for the whole family, make this Halloween memorable with Halloween effects & lighting. Buy Halloween Spooky Special Effects by Category Fog Machines strobe lights Blacklights Bubble Machines Watch: Best scary Halloween Music Cool & scary Halloween Music – Walmart.com More Useful Links […]
DIY Digital Piano Stand and Piano Bench
Want to build your own digital piano or stand? Its not that difficult as it may seem. And a wooden stand/bench looks much more elegant. There are several reasons why people want to build their own stuff: They like to create things They have spare time They are not happy with what is currently available […]
iPad for Music: Useful Products & Accessories for iPad
When the iPad was launched not many expected the device to be so popular, more so with musicians. But the fact is that the iPad has turned out to be the perfect device for musicians and DJs. iOS is a mobile operating system developed and distributed by Apple Inc, originally developed for the iPhone, but […]
Casio CTK-3500 61-Key Touch Sensitive Keyboard
Casio CTK-3500 61-key keyboard reviewed here. This is an entry level keyboard from the CTK series with touch sensitive keys. Nice set of features, Step-up Lesson System, USB connectivity, and reasonably priced.[easyazon_link identifier=”B06XWRKN6C” locale=”US” tag=”keytarhq04-20″ cart=”n”]See PRICE on Amazon[/easyazon_link] Casio CTK-3500: Highlights Lots of features to learn and to play music Step-up Lesson System to […]
How do pianos work and make sound
How Pianos work. If you’re a music student or a proud owner of piano, it’s good to know how the grand piano makes such a beautiful sound. Here we take a look inside a piano. Piano is a percussion instrument Lot of people will find it difficult to accept this fact, considering that fact that […]
Antique Pianos – How Much is a Vintage Piano Worth?
An Antique Piano, when restored, can be worth a lot more and can sound just as a new one. Read more to know answers to all your queries about antique vintage pianos and how much I could be worth. Thinking of buying an antique piano? or you been gifted one that is several years old […]
Yamaha NP32 Piaggero 76-key portable piano with Graded Soft Touch action
Yamaha NP32 Piaggero is a simply designed, yet natural-feeling digital piano. Features Yamaha’s Graded Soft Touch action keyboard, comes with only the essential features to let you focus on playing the piano. Has a really good acoustic piano tone. Yamaha NP32: Pros & Cons Pros: 76 keys to help you play several extra songs, no […]
Home Recording Studio: Equipment you need to create great quality music
Here’s a complete guide on recording equipment and how to setup a recording studio at home with minimal cost. Thanks to improvements in technology and availability of modern music studio software, recording excellent sounding songs is not difficult and can be done right from your home. Easy to Setup a Home Studio Technology is great […]
Korg keyboards Review – Easy Usability, Keyboard with Cutting Edge Technology
Korg keyboards come with cutting-edge technology and amazing ease-of-use, making them suitable for every application. Keyboards for Professionals & Beginners. Here we take a look at Korg’s various keyboard series. Irrespective of whether you are a professional musician or a beginner trying to learn the ropes, you can choose from a variety of Korg keyboard […]
Understanding Piano Extended Chords
Piano Extended Chords – As mentioned in the earlier lesson, a basic chord consists of only three notes. But then those are not the only chords that you can play! There are so many different chords that can be played using more than three notes. These chords are actually variations made to the basic chords […]
Casio CDP-S100 portable piano (New from Casio)
Casio CDP-S100 is the latest portable piano from Casio. Its slim, portable, battery-powered, comes with hammer-action keyboard, has better sound engine, and offers wide ranging connectivity, including app control. CDP-S100: Review The CDP-S100 has a slim profile, weighs only 10.5 Kg but but yet manages to give you 88-key, hammer-action keyboard (with textured keys). With […]
How to Play Rock Piano – Tips & Tricks
Learn How to play Rock Piano with style. Learn the rhythmic and harmonic concepts to be able to play in this style of music. How to play Rock Piano?… Do you envy those rock guitarists running around on the stage?… Running around may not be that easy if you are on the keyboards… but you […]
On-Stage Keyboard Stands: Reviews
On-stage is a leading brand that makes different types of keyboard accessories, including a wide range of keyboard stands. On-stage has simple X-style keyboard stands for beginners, a wide range of stands for the pros, and some really useful keyboard accessories as well. About On-Stage Stands On-Stage is a leading producer of stands for music […]
Learn the Notes on Piano Keyboard with this Helpful Piano Chart
Learn the notes on piano: Get started with the basics of piano notation, learn the names of the various black and white notes on a piano and how to play them on the piano. If you are new to piano or keyboard playing, your first lesson will be to understand the layout of a Piano […]
Vangelis: Interview with the legendary Greek composer
Vangelis is a Greek composer and performer, who works mostly with electronic instruments (although the genres he works with includes electronic, progressive, ambient, jazz, and orchestral music). About Vangelis Vangelis is known for his amazing works in electronic music, blended with orchestral style; his music is so powerful yet melodic. Vangelis’ most popular compositions include […]
Best Hydraulic Piano Benches
Best Hydraulic Piano Benches reviewed here. Hydraulic benches are becoming popular among piano players who prefer using it because of its fine height adjustment capability. Hydraulic piano benches use technology to its advantage. It is much easier to adjust a bench that uses hydraulics in comparison to the traditional turn dial adjustments. Its commonly used […]
Casio Sustain Pedals Reviews
Casio piano sustain pedals reviewed here. Casio makes piano-style pedals, box-style pedals and even a 3-pedal unit. If you want a pedal that would surely work with a Casio keyboard/piano, check out these Casio pedals. [easyazon_link identifier=”B004PKCH0M” locale=”US” tag=”keytarhq04-20″ cart=”n”]Skip to the best Casio sustain pedal on Amazon[/easyazon_link]. Introduction Casio is a popular manufacturer of […]
Music Keyboard: Mixer Features Explained
Mixer features on music keyboard explained! Now you can control various parameters of the tracks on auto-accompaniments and the sequencer. One of the most important aspects of owning a an electronic keyboard is that it lets you learn how different musical instruments work together in a song. Different Instruments in a Song Any song would […]
Best piano / music keyboard for beginners in India
Here we take a look at the best piano and music keyboards available for beginners in India. The range of keyboards available is more or less similar to what is available around the world, although Yamaha and Casio happen to be the more popular brands. Keyboard Instruments in India Similar to western classical music, Indian […]
Piano Benches – Guide to Buying the Best Ones
Here’s a simplified guide to buying piano benches. Know what type of bench you should be looking for if you have a portable piano or top class upright or grand piano. Posture and Ergonomics When you are starting out learning to play the piano, besides the actual lessons, it is also important that you care […]
Best Way to Travel with Digital Stage Piano
Best ways to travel with a Digital Stage Piano, how to safely transport your 88-key piano when traveling by airplane. Check-in your 88-key piano with other luggage Make sure you are using a hard shell case for your keyboard Carry a lightweight keyboard instead (if it doesn’t make much of a difference to your performance) […]
Pitchmaster 61 Key Electronic Music Piano Keyboard
Pitchmaster 61 Key Electronic Music Piano Keyboard package includes full length piano keys and comes with all the essential accessories for you to enjoy playing your electronic keyboard. Remember this keyboard is only for beginners, someone who has never played before. If you can play somewhat, and are not an absolute beginner you’re not going […]
Roland F-120 SB Digital Piano
Roland F-120-SB Digital Piano is perfect in homes or apartments with limited space. When covered, it’s barely noticeable until you opens it up and start playing. Roland F-120: Review If you’re a fan of the Roland brand, you’re definitely going to like this piano. Available for just over thousand dollars, the stylish F-120 uses SuperNATURAL […]
USB Turntables & Vinyl Record Players: Guide & Reviews
Best USB turntables, Vinyl record players, & accessories reviewed here. With a USB turntable, you can not only listen to your favorite vinyl records but its also the easiest and the most popular way to digitize your old music record collection. You get vinyl record players that are also USB Conversion Turntable and come with software for […]
Best Laptops & Computers for Music Production
Buying or building a Laptop/computer for Music Production: Things to Look For Computer: Heart of a Studio The first thing that you need in any computer based studio is to have a computer, or a laptop. Without going into the debate of computer vs Mac, it is best to keep in mind that anything you […]
Best Condenser Microphones, Reviews
Guide to Condenser Microphones: Why use them and reviews of the best ones that can improve your music recordings. Introduction Why Use Condenser Mics? When it comes to recording microphones, there are various types that exist, each with their strengths and suitable for a particular purpose. If you’re looking for a microphone to record lots […]
Best Classical Violin Music
Its true that music from the Classical and Baroque era brought worldwide fame to violin, but there are several modern pop and rock songs as well that sound awesome when played on the violin. Some of the world’s best violin music was written by composers including Vivaldi, Vaughan Williams, Mozart, Haydn, and more. Have played […]
Yamaha Arius YDP-143 Digital Piano Review
The Yamaha Arius YDP 143 Digital Piano comes with a GHS keyboard with matte black keytops. Available in an upright design, it has several features for students as well as teachers. Authentic piano touch and tone that is suitable for all aspiring pianists. Overall, an affordably priced console piano. Yamaha Arius YDP-143 Digital Home Piano: […]
How to Play the Piano Despite Years of Lessons: What Music Is and How to Make It at Home
If you’re an absolute beginner, this book will be too much work for you. But if you’re an intermediate player or have been learning to play the piano (or even any other musical instrument) for a couple of years or more, you’ll really glad that you found this book. If you are a self taught […]
Hotel California by Eagles Song: Sheet music and more resources
Hotel California by Eagles. Every beginner guitar player wants to play this song, and if you’re a guitar player, people are going to request you to play this song by the Eagles band (this is one of the band’s best-known songs). Even if you’re not a guitar player and play some other music instrument, you […]
Casio PRIVCASE Privia Case: For transporting your 88-key privia piano
Casio Privia Case is lightweight and has a very slim profile to it. Its compatible with most Privia pianos (can be used with other keyboard brands as well), and is long enough to accommodate 88 keys keyboards. Comfortable shoulder strap and zippered pockets. Comes with couple of pockets to keep accessories. The keyboard cover provides […]
Bach: Sonatas and Partitas
Nonesuch Records releases an album of three Bach works recorded by mandolin virtuoso and MacArthur Fellow Chris Thile. Bach: Sonatas and Partitas, Vol. 1 comprises three works written for solo violin: Sonata No. 1 in G minor, BWV 1001; Partita No. 1 in B minor, BWV 1002; and Sonata No. 2 in A minor, BWV […]
Magnificent Nord C2 61-Key Dual Manual Combo Organ with Tonewheel, Vox, Farfisa Models and Baroque Pipe Organ
Introducing the Nord C2 Dual Manual Combo Organ . The Nord C2 boasts of a Baroque pipe organ section, features Tonewheel, Vox, Farfisa sounds. The Clavia Nord Combo Organ is one of the finest and the most authentic electric organs available. With this product Nord has set the benchmark so high that a lot of […]
Synth & Keyboard Repair: List of Repair Specialists
Synthesizer / Synth Keyboard Repair: Find a List of Specialists Synthesizer / Synth Keyboard Repair – Find a list of repair specialists who can handle any problem related to your digital piano keyboard instrument. Any repair work on your electronic keyboard is best left to the professionals. You should not open your keyboard and try […]
Types of Foot Pedals
Foot pedals are commonly used by musicians to add effects (dynamics) to the music they are playing. There’s also a different kind of foot pedal that is commonly used for transcription work. Foot Pedals in the Music world In the music world, an effects unit or pedal is a device that alters the sound produced […]
Keyboard Player – Advantages of Playing the Digital Piano Keyboard
Being a digital piano keyboard player can be a very rewarding experience. In fact any musician who has the skills to use the digital medium effectively has a good chance of survival in this profession. The music profession is one of the most competitive professions out there and you really need a combination of several […]
Colts owner Jim Irsay now owns John Lennon’s ‘Sgt. Pepper’ piano
John Lennon’s piano, used for composing songs for the Beatles, was bought by Colts owner Jim Irsay through Auction. The piano was used to compose songs for “Sgt. Pepper’s” album including “Lucy In the Sky With Diamonds”, “A Day In The Life” as well as many other songs. I’m elated to now be the steward […]
Piano performance / concert tips: Secrets shared by experienced piano teachers
Piano Performance: Here are suggestions to help you improve your performance, be in Control and reduce performance anxiety. Top tips to improve performing piano on stage or in front of an audience, and how to deal with stage fright. Piano performance – Not same as playing for Yourself Ok, so you can play the piano […]
Chord Progressions: Which (Piano/Guitar) Chord Comes Next?
A chord progression is a series of musical chords used while playing any song or piece of music. Most beginners who are learning to play chords, or already know a few chords, wonder how to use them practically. Most of them are not sure which chord follows the other. Here we also take a look […]
How to Know if Your Child is Ready for Piano Lessons?
Here’s how to know if your child is ready for Piano Lessons. Here are some behavioral (and physical) signals that will indicate that your child is ready for piano lessons, and you should start looking for a piano teacher for your child. Behavior Signals Here are some behavioral signals that will indicate readiness in your […]
Best piano brands, manufacturers, makers for Acoustic & digital Pianos
Piano brands – Here is a list of the major piano makers of traditional upright and grand acoustic pianos! Some of these manufacture digital pianos as well. We all know that traditionally, acoustic pianos have been a complex instrument to manufacture, and it is still today. It may have gone through various iterations over […]
Best Zoom Multitrack Recorders, Reviews
Best Zoom Multitrack Recorders: Instantly transform any environment into a recording studio, create tracks without looking at your computer screen. Zoom makes a wide range of Multi-track recorders, including very compact models. Introduction Zoom portable recorders are compact and powerful recorders that easily records shows, interviews and more. These are commonly used by songwriters, singers, […]