Drummer John Clardy Does the Math: Practice + Patience + Time
Is drummer John Clardy a mathematical genius? His lifestyle of learning and teaching show that with practice, patience, and time anything is possible.
Find Your Singing Sweet Spot with these 7 Song Choice Tips
Even the best singers can sound terrible if they choose the wrong songs. Find out how to pick songs in your own personal singing sweet spot.
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Online Instrument Lessons
These days, you can take music lessons without leaving your home. There are definite benefits to online instrument lessons, but also some disadvantages.
Tim Topham’s Tools for Creative Teaching
Understanding chords and listening are two prerequisites to creating music often neglected by traditional piano teaching. Tim Topham is changing all that.
Choosing Music: Performer, Bandleader, Studio Musician and Educator Dylan Welsh
At 21 years old, Dylan Welsh is already a veteran of the Seattle music scene. Learn how he cobbled together a career in music as a guitarist and educator.
A Life by Ear: Jazz Guitarist and Composer Dr. Stefan Hall
Jazz guitarist Stefan Hall moonlights as a classical composer. Also listen to his gypsy/modern jazz fusion and gem-like standards rescued from oblivion.
How Tim Topham Teaches Piano (and Piano Teachers) Differently
Tim Topham teaches piano teachers to open up. In Part One of this interview, he shares insights on creativity, business, changing piano education and more.
5 Things Guitarists Don’t Do That Hold Them Back
Want to grow as a guitar player? Surprise: it’s not about your hands, but your ears. See how quickly a few aural skills can move you from awful to awesome!
The Funky Ones — What Makes Funk Guitar What It Is
Taught, tight and disciplined, funk guitarists do more with less. Learn about the style that makes the funk guitar greats tick and inspire your own playing.
Tech Beats: Making Music without Instruments… and with Apps!
If you don’t know how to play an instrument, don’t let that stop you from making music! Check out these 5 awesome apps that will help you create your own tunes.
How to Transcribe like a Music Pro: Drums
Most beginning transcribers go for melody first, but starting with drums offers many advantages. Learn why and how to transcribe the drum parts like a pro.
An Introduction to Wind Instruments
Wind instruments are more complex than we often give them credit for. They have a long history and a number of surprising family members. Check them out!
