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Genres

An Introduction to the Baroque Era

An Introduction to the Baroque Era

by Musical U Team | Jan 26, 2016 | Genres | 0 comments

The baroque era resulted in some of the greatest musical masterpieces ever created and birthed many of the characteristics still used in music today.

Rhythm Tips for Identifying Music Genres by Ear

Rhythm Tips for Identifying Music Genres by Ear

by Madars Biss | Aug 20, 2015 | Genres, Rhythm, Tempo

Can you identify the genre of any song just by listening to it? This is a great skill to develop, and it’s a fun one to train your ears for! Find out how.

The A Cappella Train has Left the Station. Are You on Board?

The A Cappella Train has Left the Station. Are You on Board?

by Musical U Team | Jul 7, 2015 | Choir, Genres | 0 comments

Thanks to movies like Pitch Perfect, a cappella has taken the world by storm. We’ve rounded up YouTube’s best a capella stars. Have a listen!

Open Your Ears to the Contradanza

Open Your Ears to the Contradanza

by Andree-Ann D. | Mar 11, 2015 | Genres, Active Listening

The Cuban Contradanza is an interesting and varied musical form using latin rhythms. Learn how to understand and recognise it when you hear one performed.

Pop… or just popular? Dance… or just good to dance to? Take the genre test!

Pop… or just popular? Dance… or just good to dance to? Take the genre test!

by Sophie Figgis | Feb 12, 2015 | Genres, Active Listening | 1 comment

Whether you are a songwriter or a music enthusiast, putting a name to a sound can be tough. Learn about genres here and take the test to see how good you are!

Music & Life: Learning Music Around the World

Music & Life: Learning Music Around the World

by Sabrina Peña Young | Jun 9, 2011 | Genres, Children | 0 comments

Music exists in every known culture to man. From indigenous Australian aborigines exploring nature through sound to an elementary schoolroom in Japan learning the Suzuki method to American high schoolers jamming to a hopping jazz tune in New Orleans, each cultural...
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