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About Finding Your Note

About Finding Your Note

by Christopher Sutton | Oct 12, 2017 | Podcast, Pitch, Singing, Singing in Tune

Finding “Your Note” is a simple exercise that will help lay the foundation for singing in tune, learning relative pitch, and even sight-singing. Try it out!

5 Myths About Singing: Debunked!

5 Myths About Singing: Debunked!

by Guest Expert | Oct 11, 2017 | Singing

Vocal coach Molly Webb debunks some common myths of the vocal world, giving the truth about singing from the diaphragm, why vocal damage occurs, and more.

Learning to Sing in Tune, with George Bevan

Learning to Sing in Tune, with George Bevan

by Christopher Sutton | Oct 10, 2017 | Podcast, Children, Interviews, Singing, Singing in Tune, Teaching

If you’ve ever worried about being out of tune or off-key when you sing, don’t miss this interview with a man who’s found a solution.

Before and After: Covering Juan Gabriel

Before and After: Covering Juan Gabriel

by Roy Vazquez | Oct 9, 2017 | Genres, Arranging, Band, Singing

With tweaks in instrumentals and arrangements, Mexican indie band Canvas breathes new life into Latin pop star Juan Gabriel’s iconic “Yo No Nací Para Amar”.

Singing, Songwriting, and Success as an Independent Artist, with Kendra McKinley

Singing, Songwriting, and Success as an Independent Artist, with Kendra McKinley

by Andrew Bishko | Oct 4, 2017 | Interviews, Career, Singing, Song Writing

Learn how one independent musician found success by embracing a world of influences and encompassing many musical identities.

A Guitar Method that Works – for Teachers and Students, with David Hart

A Guitar Method that Works – for Teachers and Students, with David Hart

by Christopher Sutton | Sep 6, 2017 | Guitar, Career, Planning and Goals, Teaching

Guitar students often quit before they’ve finished their first year. And guitar teachers can’t make a living. The G4 Guitar Method solves both these issues.

How To Tune A Guitar By Ear

How To Tune A Guitar By Ear

by Musical U Team | Sep 5, 2017 | Pitch, Guitar

A properly tuned guitar can mean the difference between a perfectly-executed solo and a mess of notes. Learn how to tune with just your hands and your ears!

You Bought a Ukulele… Now What?

You Bought a Ukulele… Now What?

by Guest Expert | Aug 30, 2017 | Instruments, Practice

Looking for a ukulele crash course? With the help of this guide, you’ll be able to pick up your uke and start playing chords in minutes!

The Wonderful Phenomenon of Terrible Lyrics

The Wonderful Phenomenon of Terrible Lyrics

by Sabrina Peña Young | Aug 21, 2017 | Song Writing, Singing

Dive into the world of absurd, unbearably corny, and just-plain-bad lyrics, and learn how songs become smash hits in spite of (or because of) them!

Before and After: Covering Coldplay

Before and After: Covering Coldplay

by Zoë Robertson | Aug 14, 2017 | Instruments, Arranging

“The Voice” alumnus Caroline Perrell takes Coldplay’s alternative rock hit “Yellow” and re-imagines it as a beautiful, relaxed folk song.

Get Rhythm: All About Syncopation

Get Rhythm: All About Syncopation

by Musical U Team | Aug 8, 2017 | Rhythm, Ear Training, Percussion

Learn to play off, between, and around the beat! Our all-in-one syncopation guide will have you creating masterpieces with intricate rhythms in no time.

Before and After: Covering Tame Impala

Before and After: Covering Tame Impala

by Roy Vazquez | Jul 24, 2017 | Genres, Arranging, Percussion

Cover master Pieter Schrevens uses looping to turn himself into a one-man band, creating a rich, dreamlike cover of Tame Impala’s “Let It Happen”.

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