Korg Krome is a top-of-the-line professional digital keyboard loaded with beautiful sounds, and is suitable for any style of keyboard playing. World-class grand piano and many more gig-worthy sounds. You have option to choose from different sizes, including the fully-weighted 88-key Korg Krome. Highlights Here’s why its interesting: A True Workstation that lets you create […]
Portable Roll Up Piano Keyboards for Practicing on the Go
A Roll up piano keyboard is basically a keyboard that rolls up and takes less space. It’s a fun way to learn and lets you stay in touch with the piano, in case you have to be away from your regular piano for some time. [easyazon_link identifier=”B06WW97GC7″ locale=”US” tag=”keytarhq04-20″ cart=”n”]Skip to the best roll-up keyboard […]
Parts of a piano / keyboard and its various functions
The various Parts of a Piano explained. Take a look at the various piano parts and components on an acoustic piano (to help you with maintenance, restoration and rebuilding). We also take a look at the construction of a digital piano/keyboard. Parts of an Acoustic Grand Piano An acoustic piano can have hundreds of moving […]
So What’s the Right Age to Begin Learning the Piano?
What is the right age to Begin Piano? This is one question that almost everyone who wants to learn to play the piano wants to ask, be it the kids, or their parents, and even adult students too. Introduction Want to begin Piano lessons? Not sure if you are ready for it? Well, at least […]
Best Guitar Amps (Electric, Acoustic, Combo) from the top brands
Best Electric Guitar Amps for your guitar that will help you get the right sound from your axe. If you play the electric guitar, you will need a good amplifier to hear its sound. Checkout the best guitar amps from the top manufacturers. Introduction A guitar amp is an amplifier that increases the output (level) […]
The Pink Panther Theme Performed on a Giant Piano
The Pink Panther Theme performed on various instruments, including a giant piano. Watch these talented performers play the captivating “Pink Panther” theme on a giant piano, using their feet, and outstanding charm. Its not a perfect performance but they must have definitely practiced a lot to get it right. Watch: Pink Panther Theme Song on […]
Alesis Recital Pro 88-Key Digital Piano (Hammer-Action Keys)
The Alesis Recital Pro 88-Key Digital Piano features Hammer-Action Keys, realistic sounds and modern educational tools (that will help you improve your piano playing). Attractively priced, the Alesis Recital Pro is a great full-size piano with hammer-action keys and realistic sounds. [easyazon_link identifier=”B072FKLXRB” locale=”US” tag=”keytarhq04-20″ cart=”n”]see PRICE on Amazon[/easyazon_link] Alesis Recital Pro Digital Stage Piano: […]
Moonlight Sonata: Beethoven’s Piano Sonata 14 in C# minor)
All about Beethoven’s Piano Sonata 14 in C# minor, nicknamed the Moonlight Sonata. Why Its Called the Moonlight Sonata? Why is Beethoven’s Piano Sonata 14 in C# minor nicknamed the Moonlight Sonata? It was not called the Moonlight Sonata when Beethoven composed the piece. It was German critic Ludwig Rellstab who said that the sonata’s […]
Casio launches new portable and key-lighting keyboards
New Keyboards (from CTK and LK series) support music learning and enhances fun with Dance Music Mode and Chordana Play App Connectivity. Casio has launched their newest Portable CTK-3500, CTK-2550, CTK-1550, and Key Lighting LK-265, LK-247 and LK-190 keyboards. All these keyboards now feature the Voice Fingering Guide and Step-up Lesson System that aids in […]
Portable digital recorders: Buying Guide
Best portable digital recorders for various uses. Some of these recorders are suited for casual (voice) recording, whereas some options offer better sound quality overall. Portable Digital Audio Recorders: Buying Guide Introduction to Digital Audio Recorders As the name suggests, this is a device used to record audio, but unlike other equipment these are compact […]
Music Stand: Keeping Pace with Technology
For several years, the music stand has played an important role for all musicians, as a reliable holder of a musical score. However, as with many other things, even the stand has undergone a lot of changes, especially with advancements in technology. A score-holding gadget attached to a microphone stand…have you seen that yet? If […]
The Vintage Guide to Classical Music
The Vintage Guide to Classical Music: An Indispensable Guide for Understanding and Enjoying Classical Music by Jan Swafford. The book covers everything from Gregorian chants, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart to Johannes Brahms, Igor Stravinsky, John Cage, and beyond. What you will find: Chronologically arranged essays on nearly 100 composers, from Guillaume de […]
Guitar Tabs for Beginners
Guitar Tabs for Beginners: Guitar tablature (tabs) tell a guitar player what notes are to be played, and because they seem less complex than standard music notation, it’s a popular method used to read music (especially for songs). Here’s more on Guitar tablature, where to find free tabs. Introduction to Guitar Tabs If you have always […]
Shure Microphones: Time-Tested, Road-Tested & Drop-Tested
Shure Microphones Buying Guide: Checkout the range of products this brand has to offer. Introduction When it comes to microphones, Shure is one brand that almost everyone uses. If you are new to music recording, chances are that your first mic is going to be a “Shure”. Even if you’re new to recording, its not […]
Casio fined £3.7m for stopping retailers from offering discounts
UK regulator has fined keyboard maker Casio for its efforts to stop retailers from cutting prices and offering discounts on its digital pianos and music keyboards to the end buyers. Casio Electronics fluted UK competition rules by illegally pressurizing shops to sell Casio digital pianos and keyboards at high minimum prices, thereby attracting a fine […]
Best 88-key keyboard controller: Bring home a midi piano
88 Key Keyboard Controller Reviews: Here’s how to bring home the right 88-key midi controller piano keyboard. If you have been playing the piano for a very long time, then I am sure you would appreciate a controller keyboard that has 88 keys and has piano like keys. Though the compact Midi Keyboard controllers are […]
Titanic sheet music
Titanic sheet music: Download the sheet music and print it instantly. Here you will find sheet music to the theme song of one of the most popular and classical films ever. “My Heart Will Go On” is the Love theme from James Cameron’s blockbuster movie Titanic. Its music was composed by James Horner, and its […]
Music: The Definitive Visual History (Dk Smithsonian) Book
Music: The Definitive Visual History is a comprehensive book that takes you through the history of music, from opera to the more modern electronica. It starts with the prehistoric beginnings of music. But the book not only discusses Western classical music, it discusses music from all around the world. This is a coffee-table book, big […]
Piano Bench with Storage: How to Build Benches & Stools
Most piano benches give you the added advantage of a storage space so that you can keep your music related materials. Here’s how to build a Piano Bench with Storage. In case you have the knack for building things yourself, you can save some money by making your own piano bench. Once you cut the […]
Guitar Sheet Music for Beginners
Guitar Sheet Music for Beginners: Best places to find these. Most guitar players prefer reading from TABS, which is a comparatively easier way to depict the notes of any song, but it has its share of limitations. Reading music is something that most beginners shy away from one, but then the advantages far outweigh the […]
Music Practice (Rehearsal) Room: Use these tips and gear
Are you part of a band or a play and want a place where you could rehearse without compromising on the audio quality? Practicing with other musicians is fun and is also critical if you want to give a flawless performance on stage. However, most bands (unless they are making good money) may not have […]
On-Stage Classic Single-X Keyboard Stand
Here’s a complete review of the On Stage Classic Single-X Keyboard Stand. This is a simple and affordable, yet strong stand perfect for beginners as well as musicians who want something very basic yet functional. With its classic bullet-nose pull knob, it’s tough and can hold up to 130 lbs of weight. The adjustable rubber […]
Lang Lang unveils solo album ‘Piano Book’, a collection of popular pieces for students
Chinese concert pianist and among the world’s biggest classical stars, Lang Lang, returns with his new solo album ‘Piano Book’, which is a collection of popular pieces. With ‘Piano Book’ I’m going back to my first love, to the pieces that made me want to become a musician in the first place.” – LANG LANG […]
Casio WK245 76-key keyboard review: Inexpensive keyboard for beginners
The Casio WK-245 is a 76-Key Touch Sensitive Keyboard (replaces the outgoing Casio Wk-225) that has been launched recently with some incremental features (Its still a beginners keyboard but with 76-keys). You may use this keyboard for learning, for playing songs along with its accompaniments, for recording your songs (on the keyboard or on the […]
The 50 Greatest Pieces of Classical Music
In 2009 the esteemed London Philharmonic Orchestra entered Abbey Road studios to record a legendary session. Led by conductor David Parry, the LPO performed 50 pieces selected from every classical era & every thinkable composer. The result is a stunning collection of symphonies, fugues, operatic pieces & overtures, all put together into an organic compilation. […]
Music in the Medieval West (Western Music in Context: A Norton History)
by Margot Fassler, Walter Frisch (Editor). This book is primarily aimed at students, but will also appeal to those who have finished schooling. The book covers over 1000 years of music, covers music and musicians both well-known and obscure. The author does a wonderful job of relating music to social and political developments during the […]
How to Use Lead Sheets to Improve Your Playing
Find Lead Sheets for your favorite songs here. Begin improvising on the piano since a lead sheet music provides you with only the melody. Do you wish to improvise on a song but do not recall its complete melody? Catch hold of its music CD. If even that is not available, get yourself a leadsheet […]
Top Beethoven Piano Sonatas
Beethoven: Sonata Op. 31 No. 1 in G Major Here’s a video of Pianist Maria Fuller performing Beethoven: Sonata Op. 31 No. 1 in G Major, recorded at McGill University in 2011. Beethoven: Complete Piano Sonatas & Concertos [Box Set] Beethoven: Complete Piano Sonatas & Concertos [Box Set] is a reissue of Alfred Brendel’s ANALOGUE […]
Listen to Classical Music Online: Internet offers great resources
Online resources, websites, apps for Classical Music. Classical music has been around for many years, dating as far back as the 16th century. Here are some resources that will help you listen to the works of great masters. Experience Classical Music Online There are some who believe that the Internet has contributed to the decline […]
Drum Lessons – Basics of Drums and Rhythm
Drum Lessons – Move Further Than Just the Basics. Learn about the basics of drums and rhythm, including concepts such as time signature and tempo. Learn how the pulse varies for rhythms across different music genres. We all know that the rhythm section is the most important element of any song, its considered the backbone […]
Plixio Keyboards: Review
Plixio may not be as popular as a Yamaha or Casio but they do have a few decent keyboards in their catalog. Plixio keyboards are easy to use, come with all the features that are commonly found on electronic keyboard instruments. You can choose from a couple of options, and the great thing is that […]
World’s Top 3 Longest / Largest Pianos
World’s longest pianos: Pianos are huge instruments, compared to other musical instruments. However, these are the longest/largest pianos in the world. The World’s Largest Upright Piano (Vertical Grand Piano) German-born innovator David Klavins has crafted what is believed to be the world’s largest grand piano, attached high on the wall of a concert hall in […]
Yamaha ARIUS YDP V240 Digital Piano
The Yamaha ARIUS YDP-V240 is a perfect digital piano for serious beginners, and comes with a great keyboard feel and sound in a classic upright design. This one comes with Graded Hammer Standard (and not the Graded Hammer touch, which is supposed to provide the most realistic action) but again, the difference is not much. […]
Technics Keyboards & Synthesizers – For Hobbyists & Pros
Technics Keyboards: Lots of students who want to learn to play the piano start learning on the keyboards. And as they spend more time with the gear, over the period of a few years, there expectation from an arranger changes completely. They want their keyboard to have good sounds, hot styles, sequencer, big screen, ability […]
The Essential Canon of Classical Music
The Essential Canon of Classical Music is a music literacy handbook, packed with useful information that every musician, music teacher and music lover will need to refer very frequently. The book focuses on 240 composers (includes key composers of each era as well as the lesser known ones) whose works are most important to an […]
Ultimate Support Keyboard Stand Review
If you’re a beginner keyboard player, then you may probably not have heard about this brand. But Ultimate Support has been around for several decades now and provides musicians with top class, durable, innovative & unique support solutions for various musical instruments. No wonder it has now become the choice of most professionals. Ultimate Support […]
Can you buy replacement piano keys (key tops)? How much do they cost?
Over time, as the piano gets used more, some of the keys may wear out and may need replacement. This article discusses the replacement of piano keys, where to buy spare keys, and how much they cost. The thing with most musical instruments, including the piano and the music keyboard, is that while it is […]
Useful Orchestral Strings Accessories for Classical Musicians
Play for the band in school or a regular at the local orchestra? Here are some useful Orchestral Strings & accessories for your musical instrument. You will find replacement strings, bows, and cases. You will also find a full accessory line for viola, cello, and string bass. Keep your instrument in top playing condition Orchestral […]
The NPR Listener’s Encyclopedia of Classical Music
Created with Naxos, the world’s largest classical music label, NPR Listener’s Encyclopedia of Classical Music is a highly informative and entertaining reference guide. It provides detailed coverage of composers, works, musical terminology, and performers, along with recommended recordings. You also get access to an interactive Web site that allows readers to listen to sample works, […]
Manhasset M48 Symphony Sheet Music Stand
Manhasset M48 Symphony Sheet Music Stand
Piano carpets: Top reasons to use a rug under your piano
Piano carpet/rug protects the floor, improves aesthetics, and can also provide underfloor heating protection for your piano. Why Use a Piano Rug / Carpet? There are several reasons why you may want to use a rug under a piano: Floor Protection: An important reason for placing a rug under a piano is that it helps […]
Yamaha Clavinova Digital Piano: CLP, CSP and CVP series
Yamaha Clavinova: Digital Piano With The Traditional Looks. If you’re looking for a piano that combines the grandeur & elegance of a traditional piano, with the best in digital technology, you need to checkout the Yamaha Clavinova Pianos. It has everything that a purist needs. Perfect blend of authentic sound & natural grandeur, the best […]
Top 10 reasons to buy a digital piano instead of an acoustic piano (Digital vs Acoustic)
Digital Pianos vs Acoustic Pianos: Two popular types of pianos available in the market are the digital piano and the acoustic piano. Here are some of the advantages of buying a digital piano over an acoustic one — the more important ones being that these are practical and cost-effective alternative to the acoustic piano so […]
Best Floor Protectors for music stands: No Stains/Marks
Best Floor Protectors for music stands: Accessories such as the Manhasset Floor Protectors are useful to protect the flooring from any kind of marks/stains. Introduction If you practice playing your instrument in the basement or in the garage, then you may not probably be much concerned about maintaining the decor around. However, most performance venues […]
BPM (Beats per minute) & Tempo in Music Theory
Beat is the continuous pattern of rhythmic in music. We can experience the beat by counting, foot-tapping or clapping along with music. Tempo is the speed of the Beat, usually expressed in Beats Per Minute (BPM). 120 BPM means 120 beats in one minute. Tempo is expressed trough different music terms, such as Slowly, Fast, […]
James Bond Goldeneye theme Piano Tutorial
Here’s how to play James Bond’s Goldeneye theme (Piano Tutorial). Anybody who plays the piano or had taken piano lessons in the past would have definitely tried to play the James bond theme on the piano. If not, perhaps you should give it a go. JAMES BOND THEME – Piano Tutorial (Definitely one of the […]
Learn How to Play Piano Riffs / Licks – Add to Your Repertoire
Learn How to Play Piano Riffs / Licks – Add to Your Repertoire Learn how to play piano riffs / licks and add to your repertoire of piano techniques. Knowing Blues, Gospel, Jazz, Boogie Woogie, Funk, Latin, and Country piano riffs will make your piano playing sound lot more professional. Beginnings of Piano Riffs / […]
K & M Oboe Stand
Here’s a complete review of K & M Oboe Stand. This compact stand fits all recent models of oboe. Its lightweight, compact, very sturdy and very handy! Features Here are the main features of the K & M Oboe Stand: Compact oboe stand Black plastic peg and detachable metal base Zinc die-cast legs ensure durability […]
Best Kids Drum Sets for Juniors
Here we take a look at the best kids drum set; these are smaller in size but doesn’t compromise on the quality. Just because you are buying a smaller drum set, doesn’t mean you’re buying some sort of toy. The drum sets that we have reviewed here are fully functional drum set (bass Drum, Snare […]
Roland Kiyola piano (KF-10), inspired by Scandinavian furniture
Roland (in collaboration with Japanese furniture designer Karimoku) has come up with an inspiring piano, whose design seems to be inspired by Scandinavian furniture (reminds you of IKEA). Its a digital with a slim and elegant design, ideal for a small city apartment. When the lid is down, you may not even realize it was […]