Latin tradition meets modern production, with Makina (Interview)
Makina fuses Latin music traditions with modern production techniques for a unique sound. Discover his advice and production process in this interview.
Bassline or Melody? Four ways to hear the difference
Melody and the bassline are similar in some ways and sometimes easy to confuse. Fortunately there are some differences too. Learn 4 ways to tell them apart.
How to Define Your Own Signature Sound
In a virtual world of infinite sonic access, how can you define your own signature sound? Learn your own lessons from bands that celebrate their uniqueness.
Hearing Tone, Timbre, and Texture
Tone, timbre and texture are three powerful and universal concepts in music but often misunderstood. Learn the definitions and how to hear them.
Open Your Ears to Cumbia Music
Join us for an active listening journey to the Colombian Coast with these 5 songs demonstrating the influence of Cumbia music in other genres.
Pitch and Timbre: Hearing the Difference
Find out how to distinguish pitch and timbre, how to identify an instruments timbre and how recognising timbre has shaped classical and modern music.
Open Your Ears to Winter Holiday Music
Cosy up to the fireplace and enjoy this Winter Holiday 5 Song Set. Open your ears to some alternative Christmas music from these international artists.
Open Your Ears to a Serving of Groove
Get ready to feel the rhythm with this “serving of groove”. Featuring five artists from around the world this set demonstrates the diversity of groove.
Singing Vocab 101: The words all singers need to know
Falsetto? Glottal? Belting? If you’re confused by terms used in singing these definitions with audio examples will make them all as clear as a bell.
Great Music – or just Great Marketing? Experts explain why Adele’s "Hello" is a hit
Adele’s new song “Hello” has been a phenomenal hit but opinions are divided about whether it’s music or marketing which is responsible for its success.
Open Your Ears to 5 Kind of Soft Songs
Close your eyes, relax and enjoy letting your thoughts wander away with these five kind of soft songs. Perfect for escaping the stress of everyday life.
How to Develop Your New Song's Theme
We think that the theme of a track just means its melody. But in fact theme is a much bigger concept and you should know all your options when writing music.
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