If you find yourself in want or need of a ukulele, there are several specifications that may guide or determine your decision. The first to address is what size you desire. Ukuleles can be found or crafted into several different sizes, and each size uses a categorization of vocal ranges in relation to the size, …
With harmonicas being some of the cheapest and smallest musical instruments you can find around, it’s easy to understand why most people deem them suitable only for children. Ironically, that can’t be farther from the truth. While it’s easy to dismiss them because of their small size, don’t let their size mislead you. Despite the …
There is no denying the banjo is a ton of fun to play, and that’s probably why they’re once again growing in popularity. More instrument brands are starting to make them and some of the nicer models are selling out! And while many readers may be here because of bluegrass, keep in mind that the …
Blues music is full of legendary riffs and lyrics that tell stories about anything from people falling on hard times, injustice, to hard-loving women and hard-drinking men. But, the best thing about the blues is that it’s so diverse, which means you can sing about anything, as long as it’s coming from the soul. The …
When I purchased my first mandolin there weren’t nearly as many options as there are today. While having more options is a good thing, it can also make choosing one a more complicated process. You’re going to spend a lot of time playing your mandolin, so it’s important to choose one that fits your playing …
So you are on the market for some new violin strings? Perhaps you have just purchased your first violin and you are wondering what type of strings would be best for your instrument. Or perhaps you have been playing the violin for a long time and simply would like to make a change from your …
The process of buying an instrument like a trombone for yourself or your child can be an arduous task if you, like most parents or new musicians, don’t know what to look for. Don’t worry, though, after years of playing and teaching trombone, I’ll share exactly what to look for and what to avoid below. …
There comes a time in every musician’s career when they finally decide to take that step forward and begin looking to look for an upgrade from their current model and start looking at what the higher end guitars have to offer. This article will give you insight into which guitar is the perfect fit for …
Learning to play an instrument is an extremely beneficial learning experience for kids. Think about all the toys and activities over the years that kids pick up briefly and move on from, where a musical instrument has the chance to last a lifetime. Choosing which guitar to buy can be overwhelming with so many options …
If you are a classical music lover, you are probably familiar with the captivating feeling you get when you are listening to a classical piano piece. And, if you’re like me, you might even get so caught up in the experience, that you start “playing” on an imaginary piano in your head. Your fingers hit …