Band Orchestra Instruments

Best Metronomes (reviews), buying guide, and how to use a metronome effectively for piano practice. Whether you’re a music student learning to play a new instrument or a composer, every musician needs to keep perfect time as they work through the pieces. Here we have listed the best metronomes – traditional wind-up models, as well […]

The Recorder is an easy-to-play musical instrument and a popular instrument for teaching music to children because of its size. Find useful ‘learn to play’ resources for the recorder music instrument, and reviews of quality recorder instruments.  Best Recorder Instrument The benefits of learning to play a musical instrument are well documented. However, learning to […]

Best violins for serious violin players We’ve listed beginner violins in another post; here we have listed top-quality violins with better build quality, durability and tonal qualities. Many of these are concert-ready instruments suitable for professional musicians. You may skip to the best violin on Amazon. Introduction Violin is a beautiful orchestral instrument that is […]

This is a beginners guide (for parents) to understand the various school band / orchestra instruments so that you can introduced your child to music. Introduction Most schools have a school band and offer music as a subject. Your child joining the school band is definitely a great thing for him/her because of the sheer […]

Musical Instruments rental and hire: Various options available to get hold of a musical instrument for a short period, besides buying. You should also check out your nearest library, many of them now provide musical instruments on hire. You need an Instrument to Practice Upon There are many who are using the lockdown to learn […]

Student educational percussion kits include everything (snare, bell and combo kits) that a child needs for the school band. These percussion kits offer portability, good quality sound, and are the perfect starter kit for a percussion student. These are also easy to set up, so students can start playing right away. A lot of parents […]

Best Accordion Cases & Bags: You can now choose from a hard case or a soft gig bag depending on the level of protection you desire for your accordion. If you own a musical instrument, you will need a bag / case to provide protection while traveling with your priced possession. Recommended Accordion Cases & […]

Best Electronic Drums reviews. Here’s a beginner guide to understanding electronic drums and reviews of the best ones. You may skip to the best Electronic Drum Set on Amazon. Introduction Percussion is a very important part of music, be it any genre. However, for most students, an acoustic setup is usually impractical. Electronic Drums have […]

Best Violin & Viola stands reviewed and compared. These are useful accessories that hold your violin (viola) safely. While you can definitely keep your violin back in its case, its more practical to keep it in a holder from where you can easy access it (its just more practical). The best stands have sturdy construction […]

Karaoke players are connected to a display screen (television or projector) where the lyrics are displayed so that it becomes easier for everyone present to join the fun. Introduction What is a party without some good old karaoke, and what better than these machines to make your karaoke night’s fun and entertaining. You can now […]

Professional toy pianos for Musicians: Wile the popularity of these instruments is nowhere close to that of its full-size counterpart, several musicians have experimented with the unique tones of toy pianos for their music compositions. These small pianos are inspired by the real pianos or grand pianos, have around one and half octave to three […]

Drum Throne Reviews for beginners and experienced drum players. Introduction Getting skilled at playing the drums requires you to hard day in and day out. And that is why you also need a comfortable drum throne. Like most drum-related components, your choice of a drum throne has to meet your requirements. Buying a new drum […]

Learn to Play the Harmonica: (Harmonica Lessons for Beginners) The harmonica is one of those musical instruments that is actually easy to play. You can learn to play simple tunes in just a few days. Learn to Play the Harmonica If you have always wanted to learn to play the harmonica, and are willing to […]

Checkout these Adaptive Instruments that are now available for music students and musicians with Physical Disabilities. Switch Adapted Devices Several adaptive musical instruments like drums, tambourines, keyboards, bells (and more) are available that are designed specially for people with motor disabilities. These can be used for special education or in music therapy. Switch adapted musical […]

Shopping for your first ‘Full Size’ beginner drum set is exciting, but there are certain things you need to be clear about before buying one. Its also important to keep a tab on the budget, as you will also need to buy few drum accessories which will add to the cost. Skip to the best […]

Harmonica buying Guide and reviews of the best-selling harmonicas.The Harmonica is one of the easiest musical instrument to play, compact and easy to take anywhere. Anyone can enjoy the beautiful sounds that come from a good harmonica, these are inexpensive and great for getting introduced to music. Harmonicas are available in various shapes and sizes, […]

An accordion is a box shaped musical instrument (some types have keys as well) and is commonly used in European folk music, popular music of several cultures, and has also found a place in jazz and classical music. Its peculiar sound and portability makes it a favorite instrument for enthusiasts of all ages to learn […]

Musical Instruments buying guide: Playing a musical instrument keeps you happy and offers several benefits; if you are the more creative type, you can even compose your own songs. However, quality music instruments can be expensive. Here’s how to save money on music equipment without compromising on quality. Introduction While not everybody knows how to […]

Brass Musical Instruments. Although you may have noticed most children having an electronic keyboard or a guitar at home (most get it as a gift), Brass Musical Instruments are a common sight in Schools where they form a part of the School band / orchestra. And starting in the school band is a great way […]

Headphones, speakers, streaming apps and a few tools for music making for teens. Music is an important part of our lives, especially the younger lot. Teens love listening to music and most of them own pretty good pair of headphones. However, there are some who play a musical instrument as well, and that is the […]

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 […]

How to play melodica: Best Melodica Books, includes instructions books on how to play the melodica, lessons books for beginners, easy songs and classical music for the melodica, and more. How to Play the Melodica To play the melodica piano, you play the keys with your right hand. It is a right-handed instrument; you hold […]

Band & Orchestra Musical Instruments: Students and experienced musicians can find a wide range of band & orchestra instruments and accessories – brass, woodwind, orchestral, marching, concert and children’s instruments. Beginners guide to understanding School Band/Orchestra instruments, for growing children/teens. The Four Families of the Orchestra The musical instruments in an Orchestra can be categorized […]

Top Hohner Melodicas reviewed here, including the Hohner Airboard melodicas. Introduction The Melodica is not only easy to learn, its quite expressive, can be used to play anything from classical to rock, and is very easy to carry around. This wind instrument has a unique sound, you can produce single notes or chords, and it […]

Here you will find drum sets, electronic drums, and percussion accessories for every level of player. Introduction to Drums & Percussion Instruments Drums & Percussion Instruments are the most ancient instruments of all, known to mankind from the earliest days of civilization. It may not have been used for entertainment then, but today, Drums are […]

Otamatone is a unique shaped musical instrument; its shaped like a musical note and sounds like theremin. Here’s more on the unique instrument, how it works and some amazing songs played on the Otamatone. Buy Otamatone Otamatones come in different colors such as white, blue, pink, black. Aside from Kirby, you get special versions, like […]

Yamaha Pianicas (P25D, P32D and P37D) reviewed here. Pianicas are free-reed instruments, similar to instruments like accordions and harmonicas.  Introduction Yamaha Band and Orchestral Division announces the Pianicas, used mainly for general music education. Yamaha Pianicas are the top choice for many educators and professional musicians. These are easier to hold The reeds are among […]

Music Gear for Beginners: Here’s your musical instrument store with varied options for beginners, from popular brands. Musical Instruments: Beginner Store Instrument for Beginners If you have been sitting on the fence for a long time, now is the time to start your musical journey. Here, we we’ve assembled popular first-time instrument categories into the […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Orchestral Strings Musical Instruments are widely used all over the world, both by students as well as expert musicians. here you will find a wide selection of cellos, violins, and violas from trusted brands (Mendini, Yahama, Cecilio, etc.) that manufacture some top-quality orchestra instruments. You’ll also find quality music instrument accessories, such as resin for […]

Drum Set Seat Height & Setup: How to set up the drum throne in the right manner, what’s the height to maintain, so that you can be comfortably seated while playing the drums. Overview How tall should be your Drum Throne & how high can it go? How to adjust a drum throne & sit […]

Here we take a look at the top music stores/chains in the Philippines (including Manila), the brands they sell and contact information. Music Stores in PHILIPPINES Every beginner or professional needs musical instruments to either start their journey or to fulfill their your dreams. Don’t have a musical instrument or don’t know where to buy […]