Roland RPU3 Pedal Unit review: Turn your Roland home piano and stage piano into a grand piano with this sturdy, three-pedal unit (each pedal for traditional Soft, Sustain and Sostenuto pedal). Its heavy, feels like real piano pedals and will work with most pianos/keyboards. Introduction to Roland RPU-3 If you’re a trained pianist and own […]
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Old vintage, antique Christmas sheet music: Free and printable
Old vintage Christmas sheet music: You can use these to sight read classics, or even use it as part of your DIY projects or for a Holiday Collage. Instructions to download the vintage Christmas sheet music. Click on the source link (website) Once you reach the site, look for the download button. You can also […]
Best adjustable piano foot rests for small children
A piano footrest is a great accessory for small children who take piano lessons. These are height adjustable for various sizes so that they can be used by little students of different heights. Ideal for recitals, studio teaching and home use. The best ones are light-weight, and allows easy adjustment so that if need be, […]
How to use the Layer & Split feature to get more out our your keyboard/piano
‘Layer’ & ‘Split’ are two useful functions on any digital keyboard/piano. Here’s more on how to use them. Layering Sounds The Layer feature allows you to play multiple instrument sounds together. So you can layer (combine) a piano and a string sound together to produce a different sound altogether. There are several uses of this […]
Bestselling Piano Church Hymns: Relaxing instrumental hymns on the piano
Best Piano Church Hymns and Worship Songs of the Christian Church. Use these for listening for relaxation of for singing during during Church congregations. Introduction to Church Hymns Feeling tired, stressed due to a busy day at work? Unwind with this relaxing collection of soothing hymns. It can also be used as background music while […]
Polishing & Cleaning Cloths for Musical Instruments
Cleaning and polishing cloths are designed to safely clean lacquered surface, these efficiently remove dust, oily film and residue, without causing damage by abrasion, and leaves the instrument with a high shine. Why Use Polishing Cloth? Every new musical instrument goes through wear and tear over time, and that is why its important to clean […]
Korg Grandstage: Powerful stage piano (88 key & 73 key)
Korg Grandstage is a powerful stage piano, available in 88-keys and 73 keys. It has got a fantastic fantastic selection of sound engines that produces some of the most realistic sounds — beautiful acoustic pianos, EPs, organs and more. Nice mix of excellent acoustic pianos and electronic sounds, and you get fully weighted keys. A […]
Darkest pieces of classical music (dark, eerie, haunting)
Classical music can be soothing, dramatic, it can uplift your spirits, but it can also have a darker side to it. Here we take a look at some of the darkest classical pieces, and composers who made haunting classical music. Darkest Classical Music Checkout these [easyazon_link identifier=”B0048NUUS2″ locale=”US” tag=”keytarhq04-20″ cart=”n”]darkest Classical music[/easyazon_link] that can scare/instill […]
Now you can turn your portable keyboard into a grand piano
Now you can easily turn your portable keyboard into a grand piano, and its not going to cost you a lot….about a grand at the most. Every keyboard or piano player would love to own a grand piano, but in most cases, its the cost that prohibits them from doing so. While keyboards and stage […]
Ocarina Music Instrument: Buying Guide
Even if you’re a music student, chances are that you may have never heard about the Ocarina music instrument before. But in recent times, several folk and ancient music instruments are making a comeback (thanks to Hollywood movies & popularity of gaming), including the Ocarina. And its not a toy (many feel that way). Its […]
Best Recording Microphones (Reviews) for Your Studio
Recording Microphone Reviews: Read about the best microphones for your studio. Lot of artists, musicians and home recording enthusiasts want to know what type of microphone is best for recording purposes. While there’s no single mic that will meet all your recording needs, there are some smart choices out there for recording instruments and vocals. […]
Mozart for Meditation: Quiet Music for Quiet Times (Performed by Various artists)
Wonderful, beautiful, music for meditation by Mozart! This album can be bought with the reassurance that what you get will play softly in the background from beginning to end and don’t be surprised to find that you have drifted off! You’ll find the slow movements in this CD excellent for relaxation, quiet listening, and as […]
Piano & Keyboard Accessories & Supplies
Useful Piano & Keyboard Accessories, parts & supplies list – for digital as well as acoustic pianos, including a large selection of piano benches, piano lamps, piano covers, piano dollies, Piano Tuning Equipment, and more. Why You Need Accessories Most accessories for keyboard instruments serve either of these purposes: Makes you comfortable while playing, lets […]
Best Digital Stage Pianos for ‘Budget Conscious’ Performers
Best digital stage pianos for stage performers, for pro performers looking to dominate the stage with a mind-blowing selection of top notch sounds. Introduction Looking for a powerful digital stage piano with stunning sounds, easy to use feature, and something that is portable? If you’re in the market for a professional, yet reasonably priced digital […]
Best of George Gershwin: Complete Works, Sheet Music
Best of George Gershwin (composer and pianist): Music, Complete Works, Books, Sheet Music. Top Gershwin Books “Gershwin: Complete Works for Solo Piano” includes Gershwin’s well-known pieces and is suited for the advanced pianist as it demands greater virtuosity (as compared to the “50 Gershwin Classics”). The piano part for 50 Gershwin Classics is fun to […]
Yamaha DGX-660: Fantastic piano action with keyboard like features
The Yamaha DGX-660 Digital Piano builds up on a standard piano and provides you additional features like a 6-track recorder, on-screen score display, wireless audio streaming, and more. Yamaha DGX-660: PROS & CONS Pros: Piano Like Keys (Graded Hammer Standard), full featured, Good Sounds & Styles, Lots of features, Pricing Cons: Slightly heavy. Overall volume […]
How to Improvise on the Piano | Keyboard Lessons
Useful tips and techniques that will help you improvise on the piano/keyboard. When you begin learning to play the keyboards/piano, most of the time, you play from a written piece of music; you play the right and left hand note-by-note. Improvisation is introducing variation in your playing, especially with the left hand, which is used […]
Manhasset Mh5001 Orchestra Stand Review
Manhasset Mh5001 orchestra stand reviewed here. Excellent, sturdy music stand with double-lip shelf, built for the Concert orchestra musician. Manhasset Mh5001: Pros & Cons PROS: Sturdy, Stable, Aesthetic, Comes with double lip that provides convenient storage for accessories like bows, reeds, etc. CONS: Assembly directions could have been better Manhasset Mh5001 Music Stand: Review Serious […]
Best digital piano with built-in speakers, reviews
Best digital pianos with built-in speakers. These digital pianos are complete entertainment package as you don’t have to depend on external speakers/amps to hear what you’re playing. Lot of high-end digital pianos also now come with built-in speakers. Pro Stage Pianos don’t Come with Speakers Some time back, there was a trend where most high-end […]
Music Recording & Production: Beginner’s Guide
Music Recording & Production: Beginner’s guide. Here’s how to get started with creating your own music, recording it in a professional manner, and how to set up your own recording studio for cheap. Evolution of Music Recording & Production Landscape Almost every music enthusiast, hobbyist, serious music student, music instrumentalist, feel the urge to make […]
Introducing the Hammond Electric Organ with Outstanding Sounds & Features
Hammond Electric Organ – Here are the best Hammond Pro-Series organs ever designed, with deep, rich choral layers of sound. The Hammond Organ Sound has been used in almost every genre of music (Jazz musicians in particular love the Hammond), since it was first introduced in 1935. Today the Hammond name is known and respected […]
Best Concertina Reviews
Concertina Reviews: Learn more about this musical instrument and the best brands available. Concertinas are a part of the accordions world, and are usually preferred by musicians because of their small size and low weight. These instruments also produce an impressive range of sounds. Skip to the [easyazon_link identifier=”B00WOK72DW” locale=”US” tag=”keytarhq04-20″ cart=”n”]best Concertina on Amazon.[/easyazon_link] […]
Circuit Board Problem, Damaged, Faulty Motherboard on Digital Piano, Synth Keyboard
Circuit Board Problem, Damaged, Faulty Motherboard on Digital Piano, Synth Keyboard Question: Hi I think that my Casio PL40r digital piano has a faulty motherboard. I am looking for someone to help me fix this or search for a replacement card. It can be used as well. I am also looking for someone who can […]
Yamaha Tyros 5 Review – Arranger Workstation Keyboard
Yamaha Tyros 5: One of the most powerful, easy-to-use, and versatile arranger keyboard workstation available in the market. The Tyros 5 is Yamaha’s flagship arranger synth, packed with top-quality organs, orchestral sounds, ensemble voices, sweet on-screen effects, and more! The sounds and styles are top-class (as if you’re listening to a audio recording). Is Yamaha […]
Early Keyboard Sonata in Italy and Beyond (Studies on Italian Music History)
The Early Keyboard Sonata in Italy and Beyond focuses on the birth of the keyboard sonata in Italy and its subsequent efflorescence. Spanning the mid-seventeenth and late eighteenth centuries the book proceeds outwards from the contributions of Italians Lodovico Giustini (Pistoia), Francesco Geminiani (Lucca, Naples, London), Baldassare Galuppi (Venice), Giovanni Battista Sammartini (Milan) and Domenico […]
Plixio 61-key electric piano keyboard
Plixio 61-key electric piano keyboard is an entry-level portable keyboard with a wide range of features, available for entry-level price. Comes with 40 tones, 100 rhythms, 60 demo songs, sound effects, record functions, USB & MP3 Input. Its a lesser known brand but if that doesn’t bother you, this could be the right keyboard for […]
Singing Lessons: Vocal Training for beginners and seasoned professionals
Singing Lessons: Vocal Training for beginners and seasoned professionals. Useful tips to build your voice. Why Use Singing Improvement Courses/Software There are several good courses/software available that you can avail of to improve your singing. These courses are aimed at amateurs and intermediate-level singers who want to improve their voices but do not have the […]
Godlyke Power-All (PA-9B) 9V Digital Power Supply Basic Kit
The Godlyke Power-All PA-9B single-outlet power supply is designed specifically for guitar effects users. This kit can power your entire pedal board from a single outlet – no need of batteries, multiple adaptors or power bricks. Godlyke Power-All (PA-9B) Power Supply: Pros & Cons Pros: Power all your pedals from a single power supply. Takes […]
Classical Piano Music: Beginners Guide to Great Classical Music for the Piano
Classical Piano still forms the basis of all music learning, and as far as the music is concerned, its followers still remain intact, and you can still hear classical music being used as the soundtrack for most Hollywood movies. Here’s more on classical piano music for beginners, find classical piano lessons and easy classical piano […]
Music Stand Types: Essential tools to hold sheet music, instruments
Music stands are essential tools used by musicians to hold and display their sheet music while they perform. You also get music stands that are designed to hold the instrument when not in use. Within these categories, there re more types of music stands available to cater to different needs and preferences. Music Stands: Introduction […]
Roland DP-10 Damper Pedal
Roland DP-10 Damper Pedal reviewed here. Its sturdy, is a real-feel pedal, comes with a non-slip rubber plate, is compatible with Roland half-damper capable keyboards. Roland Roland DP-10: Review gives a real-pedal feel and comes with a non-slip rubber plate to minimize movement on the floor. It comes with extended cable (2.2m), suitable for keyboard […]
Best Kawai digital pianos: Impressive in quality and character
Kawai has been crafting world-class pianos for decades, and their experience in crafting acoustic pianos has helped them create top-class digital pianos as well. Kawai digital Pianos can be used for learning to play piano at home, for recording in the studio, or playing on stage. Their digital pianos can be categorised under CA, CN, […]
What is Sonata in Music: Explanation and review of popular compositions
If you are a music student or enjoy listening to classical music, you must have come across the term ‘Sonata’. Let’s take a closer look at the Sonata form in Music. Introduction Sonata used to mean any piece of music that was played (as opposed to a cantata, a piece that was sung).Over the years, […]
Mathematics & Music: What’s the link?
“There is geometry in the humming of the strings, there is music in the spacing of the spheres.” — Pythagoras [easyazon_infoblock align=”none” cart=”n” identifier=”0262516551″ locale=”US” tag=”keytarhq04-20″] Videos Music + Math: Symmetry. “From Pythagoras’ observations of the fundamental mathematical relationship between vibrating strings and harmony to the digitized musical world we enjoy today, The Majesty of […]
Casio Electric Piano: Slowly Rising to Professional Heights
Casio Electric Piano for stage performances! Casio is gradually introducing performance keyboards keeping in mind amateurs and professional musicians. Do the following characteristics apply to you? You rank yourself as a novice or intermediate keyboardist. You’re looking for ways to improve your keyboard playing skills. You would like to record works you’ve done and swap […]
How to make your keyboard stand more stable
Here are some tips on how to make your Keyboard stand more stable. These tips apply to Amp, Rack, Mixer, Keyboard stands. Some keyboard stands are wobbly, and while they are designed to handle weights as mentioned in its specs, some players find it irritating (the fact that it wobbles). You always have the option […]
Here’s Why Yamaha P-255B is the Best 88-Key Digital Piano in its Class
Here’s a complete review of Yamaha P255B 88-Key Digital Piano, its one of the best 88-key digital pianos in its class, especially if you’re keen on top-notch piano sounds and a simplified feature-list. Graded Hammer weighted keys with Synthetic Ivory Keytops, 256-fold polyphony, Yamaha CFIIIS concert piano sound samples, live performance features, Controller app for […]
Music Stand Trays: Accessory shelf / tray to keep things handy near your music stand
Music Stand Accessory Shelf / Tray: Useful accessory to keep things handy near your music stand. No doubt the music stand is a useful tool to have to hold your sheet music, but at times, you wish the stand had a shelf which could hold things like pencils/markers. The solution to this problem is to […]
Yamaha MOXF Series (MOXF6 & MOXF8) Keyboard Synthesizers
The new Yamaha MOXF Series (MOXF6 & MOXF8 models) music production keyboard synthesizers incorporate MOTIF XF sound engine, has a huge library of sounds and is expandable, has USB Audio/MIDI interfacing, has onboard sequencing, and many more features. It also comes with an extensive DAW / VST software bundle. The Yamaha MOXF series includes the […]
LCD Display of Digital Piano Keyboard: Common Issues
LCD display-related issues on piano keyboards. LCD Display of Digital Piano appears dim, screen doesn’t show anything or shows wrong information? Find all the tips, suggestions and solutions for display problems on electronic keyboards & pianos. It is similar to a computer screen, and on most computers you do the screen brightness settings from the […]
25 Note Wooden Xylophone for Beginners (Comes with 2 Mallets)
Xylophone is a popular musical instrument among kids, especially in school bands where kids play a variety of acoustic musical instruments. The xylophone is an acoustic instrument, has a unique tone, and is comparatively easy to learn to play. The xylophone is a percussion instrument made up of bars that are tuned in a manner […]
Best Digital Piano For Church: Worship Pianos
Best digital piano for church would depend on the size of the church, whether it already has PA/sound systems, and what type of music is played (hymns/classical or gospel). In most churches, space is a constraint so something that is compact and lightweight is more preferred, but if space i not an issue, you may […]
Lady Gaga’s show features a circular piano called a “PianoArc”
Lady Gaga’s Super Bowl halftime show featured a circular piano, with 294 keys. I guess the keyboardist with Lady Gaga’s band figured out that a circular piano suits him well onstage. Lady Gaga’s Super Bowl halftime show was full of music, fire, swinging on wires, and torches — but one thing that really stood out […]
Yamaha NP Pianos – Good Practice Pianos without the Bells & Whistles
Yamaha NP Piaggero Pianos: If you are looking for a good practice piano, and don’t want to buy a keyboard, then this can be a very good alternative. Yamaha has several series of keyboards ad digital pianos. The NP series keyboards have good piano sounds, simplistic layout, fewer features (focus is on playing the piano) […]
Roli Seaboard (Rise & Grand): Innovative Rubber Keyed Piano (Midi Controller)
Roli Seaboard reviewed here: A totally unique piano keyboard, with a soft, continuous surface that puts expression back at your fingertips. Allows unprecedented creative possibilities in a joyfully-crafted avatar of the keyboard. The Roli Seaboard is an innovative rubber-keyed Piano that lets you control Pitch, Volume and even Timbre via just touching the keys, and […]
Sheet Music Paper (Free)
In music, its very important to learn to read from sheets, and also learn to write music. Written music (on sheet music) is the manner in which music has been communicated for ages, from one musician to another. Its really heartening to know that you are putting in efforts to learn to read and write […]
USB Piano Keyboard: Makes it Easy to Use With Computer
A USB Piano Keyboard comes with a USB slot which makes it easy to make the connection between the keyboard and the computer, so that you can work with the various music software programs. Best USB Piano Keyboards Why USB? Before USB became popular, the way to connect a keyboard to a computer was through […]
Best Portable PA Systems
Best portable PA systems (and battery-powered PA speakers) to provide convenient sound amplification when needed, something that can be easily set up, and carried for transportation. These portable PA sound systems are the best compact live sound systems for bands and buskers for most practical applications. Introduction When it comes to PA (‘Public Address’) systems, […]
Roland RD-2000 Stage Piano Review
Roland RD-2000 Stage Piano review. While Roland calls the RD-2000 as a digital stage piano, it comes with a lot more. Dual sound engines, premium feel, advanced controller features, the Roland RD-2000 Stage Piano can be used as a main keyboard for professional stage and studio work. SuperNATURAL acoustic pianos, classic EPs, vintage effects, and […]
Top Piano Learning Methods and Resources
Today, there are several methods and resources to learn to play the piano. Going for private lessons from a piano teacher is not the only way. Here we take a look at the various methods and resources and will discuss the pros and cons of each so that you can use the appropriate ones to […]