How to Hear and Create Time Signatures
The time signature determines how the beat of a song works. But how do you know which time signature is being used or how to choose one yourself? Find out here.
Rhythm Tips for Identifying Music Genres by Ear
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.
What’s the point of using a metronome?
Although it is often misused and disliked by beginner music students, a metronome can be the ear trainer’s best friend. Let’s look at some of the ways you can use a metronome to improve your ears. Before we get started though, what metronome is best? You...
Improved Practice: Slow Down to Speed Up (Phil Amalong)
As musicians, we know that slow practice is good. Or at least we’ve been told that. But I suggest the following: don’t spend another minute practicing slowly!
