Mini Vacuum Cleaners for cleaning electronic keyboards, computers & other electronic devices. These are small in size and easily go inside the nooks and corners for more effective cleaning. Introduction Most beginners who buy an inexpensive keyboard really don’t pay much attention to its care and maintenance. But when they upgrade to an expensive instrument, […]
Music rests/stands for Digital pianos & keyboards for holding sheets/books
Find sheet music stands/rests for digital pianos and keyboards, in case you lost one, or your keyboard did not come with a music rest. Music Rests/Stands for Keyboards Pianos When you buy a digital piano/keyboard, you don’t have to bey a sheet music stand separately, because even the most basic package (from any keyboard brand) […]
Digital Music Stand: Electronic reader to display, edit sheet music
A Digital music stand is a music reader (with a screen) that displays sheet music. It is a modern version of the traditional music stand and lets you access electronic music scores. It solves many problems encountered when reading paper sheet music and enhances your enjoyment and performance. What is a Digital Music stand? In […]
Digital Stage Piano Reviews: Best 88-key portable pianos with weighted keys for beginners
Here are the best portable digital stage pianos with weighted keys and great piano sounds, minus the size and weight of an upright piano. We cover a wide range of pianos here, for the beginners and for the experienced players. These are great for the serious piano students, for those who want a good piano […]
Christmas Sheet Music
Looking for free Christmas sheet music? If you’re looking for Christmas carols and arrangements of popular Christmas songs, here are links to some great free sheet music sites. Here you will find free printable PDFs of several classic carols. You will find different arrangements of each song in different keys in treble, bass, and alto […]
Best Casio CTK Keyboards: Feature rich, value-for-money 61-key keyboards
Casio CTK Keyboards are portable arranger keyboards and quite popular among users because of its attractive features, ease of use, portability, and very affordable prices. This series includes keyboards for beginners as well as the advanced players. What’s great about these keyboards is that they offer you so much, for such a low price. Do […]
Yamaha Reface Soft Bag (Reface CS, DX, YC, CP)
Yamaha Reface Soft Bag is a a lightweight padded soft case designed to fit Yamaha Reface CS, DX, YC, and CP models. Planning to take your Yamaha Reface synthesizer to the next gig? Make sure you keep it safe by carrying it in this case. Handle and shoulder strap makes transportation easy. Decent space on […]
Music keyboard price – How much does a good musical keyboard piano cost?
Piano Keyboard Price: Looking for a new piano keyboard? Find out how much does a good electronic keyboard or digital piano costs! Want to know how much does a good music keyboard costs? OK, its time to look at an important aspect of keyboards…its Cost / Price! You may not have a huge budget to […]
Best Williams Digital Piano Reviews: Affordable, realistic touch
Williams Digital Piano and keyboards guide. Find reviews of Legato, Allegro, Rhapsody, Symphony, Grand, Overture, Encore, & other Williams piano keyboard models. Williams pianos offer impressive features and comparative realism (key-action) for the price. These are more of budget keyboards and provides good value, making them suitable for beginners and intermediate players, and even songwriters. […]
Williams Rhapsody 2 88-Key Console Digital Piano
The Williams Rhapsody 2 (or R2) digital piano is a decent beginner piano with good set of features, nice weighted action, but do not expect it to be the most durable/well-built piano. It looks great, and features an improved weighted keybed that provides a higher standard in realistic response and feel. Pros & Cons Pros: […]
Yamaha YDP-163 Digital Piano Review
The Yamaha YDP-163 is the perfect digital piano for taking piano lessons (and for giving lessons) and comes with several advanced features beneficial to both students as well as teachers. With rich, expressive and fuller sounds, graded hammer-action keyboard, and a powerful 20-watt stereo speakers, the Arius YDP163 is a joy to play. [easyazon_link identifier=”B01DW69ZMW” […]
Casio MZ-X Series (MZ-X500 & MZ-X300): Arranger Keyboards for the serious musicians
Casio MZ-X Series (MZ-X500 & MZ-X300) arranger keyboards: These advanced arranger keyboards let you use (and create) sophisticated sounds and rhythms. Casio finally has keyboards (only a couple right now) which has specs to match the high end arrangers from Yamaha and Casio. These are arrange workstation keyboards (combines features of arranger and synth workstation); […]
Piano Movers, Removals, Transport, Storage Companies
Piano Movers, Removals, Transport, Storage Companies – Find about professional moving companies to help you move your piano. Why You May Need to Transport Your Piano Pianos are beautiful instruments and they are always in demand, be it for homes, studios or for other venues. But then it is not a portable instrument and for […]
Easy Piano Music
Easy Piano Music – These are very easy to play! Just download the piano sheet music and start playing. You should not have any difficulty playing these easy piano pieces! The pieces in the Primer Level will also give you an opportunity to try out the black keys. Primer Level Pieces Song Title Sheet Music […]
Alfred’s Essentials of Music Theory
Alfred’s Essentials of Music Theory: A Complete Self-Study Course for All Musicians (Book & 2 CDs) – perfect for students of all ages, who want to have a better understanding of music. Alfred’s Essentials of Music Theory: Ear Training CDs 1 & 2 Combined (for Books 1-3) This self-study, all-in-one theory course is perfect for […]
Portable (Field) Digital Audio Recorder Reviews (for sound professionals)
If you want to record on the go, a hand-held digital audio recorder (aka field recorder) is what you need. You get basic voice recorders as well as stereo recorders that can record high-quality audio, which an be easily transferred onto a computer. Besides recording music, these are also perfect for recording lectures, meetings, for […]
Korg kross-2 synthesizer workstation (61-key, 88-key)
Korg Kross-2 portable Synthesizer Workstations, available in eye catching designs. The 88-key version is more like a stage piano with a workstation’s soundset and recording tools. Available in 61 and 88 keys, cover any gig with the over thousand killer presets. Useful features: Available in 61 (lighter keys) and 88 (weighted keys) Sound Generation: EDS-I […]
Yamaha P115B digital piano review: Portable piano with weighted keys
The Yamaha P115B digital piano is your opportunity to own a top-class piano from Yamaha’s popular P series of pianos. Not only does the P115B has top class sounds and piano feel, you also get several rhythms to help you with your practice. The piano features GHS weighted action keys, grand piano sounds, 14 voices, […]
How to play MIDI files as songs/lessons on music keyboards
Play MIDI files on musical keyboards with the SMF player! Now you can download songs from the Internet on to your keyboard and play it back using the SMF player mode. Expand Your keyboard’s Sound/Style/Lessons Library Most music keyboards come with built-in songs that demonstrates the keyboards capabilities and also helps you to learn how […]
Free Sheet Music for Piano Keyboard Playing: Where to Get Them?
Looking for Free Sheet Music for Piano Keyboard Playing? You can find lots of free stuff on the Internet, particularly related to the piano and printed music. On this page, I have listed some great links where you can get access to free printed music for piano. Besides, there are lots of informative pages on […]
Best digital piano for classical music
Best digital pianos for classical music reviewed here. If you love playing classical piano, you need a piano with 88-keys, fully weighted keys, nice action, nice piano sounds, and perhaps great looks as well. Because most classical piano players perform on acoustic pianos, you need one that will closely resemble the performance of an acoustic […]
The Harvard Dictionary of Music
The Harvard Dictionary of Music (Harvard University Press Reference Library) is the essential guide for musicians, students, and everyone who appreciates music. The Harvard Dictionary of Music has long been admired for its wide range as well as its reliability. This classic reference work includes entries on all the styles and forms in Western music; […]
The Complete Book of Scales, Chords, Arpeggios and Cadences: Includes All the Major, Minor (Natural, Harmonic, Melodic) & Chromatic Scales – Plus Additional Instructions on Music Fundamentals
when one talks about technical studies in piano playing, scales, chord & arpeggio are some of the things that come to the mind. All the teachers encourage students to master these things as they form the basics of piano playing. A good mastery over these topics means that you’re ready to move on to the […]
Yamaha P-125 review: P series digital piano that replaced the iconic P115
Yamaha P-125 is a mid-range digital piano from the popular P-series portable pianos. Yamaha P125 combines realistic piano performance with a user-friendly, yet minimalistic design in a lightweight chassis. See price of Yamaha P-125 on Amazon. Introduction The Yamaha P-125 replaced the popular P-115 model in the Yamaha P series (range of portable pianos); it’s […]
Piano Burning: Strange Custom of Setting Pianos on Fire (Final Goodbye)
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]