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 […]
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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 […]
Mighty Bright Duet-2 LED Music Stand Light: Used by Top Musicians
Mighty Bright Duet 2 (and Mighty Bright Duet) LED Music stand Lights reviewed here. Professional grade music light for orchestras, bands, and performers who play under controlled lighting. Use it at a performing arts center, in the the recording studio, or in a multipurpose room. And now you get double the brightness with this lamp. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Beethoven vs Mozart – Who Was the Greatest?
Whenever you talk about classical music, two names that come to the forefront are Mozart and Beethoven. Even those who are not big fans of classical music have definitely heard their names, and about their works. Some of their popular compositions still continue to be used in commercials, ringtones and other audio-visual works. Mozart and […]
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 […]
How Does a Synth Keyboard Let You Create Your Own Sounds
A Synth Keyboard gives you a lot of control by letting you modify sound related parameters. Here’s how a synth keyboard let you create your own sounds. Sound Generating Elements A synthesizer includes sound generating elements which creates a basic set of audio waveforms. Now, to create a different sound you should be able to […]
Casio CDP-S350 portable piano (New from Casio)
Casio CDP-S350 is a recent latest portable piano from Casio. Its lightweight, comes with wide range of tones, includes pitch-bend controller, recording features, and registration memories. Features scaled Hammer Action II Keyboard with simulated ebony and ivory textured finish. Highlights Premium quality sounds and rhythms Equipped with a new hammer action New loudspeaker system Four-hour […]
The Piano Handbook: A Complete Guide for Mastering Piano
The Piano Handbook is perfect for those interested in improving their piano skills. The book also contains a lot of interesting facts as well as history of music (full-color photo gallery), which makes it such an interesting read. Great for adults, especially those who had learnt to play years back and are looking for a […]
Piano Humidity Control: Keeps your piano in peak working condition
Piano Humidity control is important to protect and maintain your piano. A stable (acoustic) piano is always more enjoyable to play, but for that you need to protect your piano from the extreme or fluctuating humidity levels.Here’s more on how humidity impacts a piano and the various options available to keep your piano in top […]
Stay Music Tower Three-Tier Keyboard Stand
Stay Music Tower Three-Tier Keyboard Stand for professional keyboard players: Its sturdy, lightweight and supports three-keyboards. Stay Music Tower Three-Tier Keyboard Stand: Review STAY is a Brazilian brand that produces some incredibly stylish looking stands, including keyboard stands. Stay Music Tower Three-Tier Keyboard Stand can hold up to three keyboards and up to 264 pounds. […]
Best of ABBA: Songbooks, Sheet music & Tabs
Best of ABBA: Songbooks, Sheet music & Tabs. Swedish pop music band ABBA consisted of Anni-Frid Lyngstad (Frida), Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson, and Agnetha Fältskog. Their music topped the chartls all over world from 1972 to 1982, and have won numerous awards. A jukebox musical based on the music of ABBA titled Mamma Mia is […]
Pianos in literature / novels
Piano is the shorter term used commonly for the pianoforte, which means “soft and loud (in Italian). Here are some novels/literature that has the keyboard instrument at the core of the theme. Ashes to Light: A Holocaust Childhood to a Life in Music International concert pianist Nelly Ben-Or released her autobiography ‘Ashes to Light,’ a […]
National Anthems of various countries played on the piano
National Anthems of various countries played on the Piano. Russian National Anthem on Piano National anthem of Russia played on the piano. With due respect to the national anthems of all other countries, the Russian anthem sounds very good on the piano (and its at the right pace for beginners to learn). Russian National Anthem […]