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Looking for some new and fun piano music to play?

There’s a lot of music publishers out there, and a lot of piano music, so we thought we would help by offering a few options from publishers we work with.

How to Play Grooving Bass Lines

Working carefully through the exercise below will give you a firm understanding of blues bass lines basics. Then play your own grooving bass lines soon.

Tips to Make Music Lessons More Effective for Kids

Music lessons for kids don’t have to be so drab. There are plenty of enjoyable training methods that can help your kids understand music better and appreciate it too.

The Influence of Music in the Classroom

How to Make Music Theory Stick

Ways to Find Musical Inspiration

Earth Celebration: 3 Days of Drumming

Earth Celebration is a huge drum festival hosted by the globetrotting drum group Kodo. This year’s festival will be held August 16-18 on Sado Island.

Benefits of Studying Abroad as a Music Student

Let’s break down some of the reasons that studying abroad can be an excellent choice for any musically inclined university student.

Flying With a Musical Instrument Part 2: Advice for the Day Of

It is important to consider the best airlines for transporting instruments and Department of Transportation guidelines when flying with an instrument

Flying with a Musical Instrument Part 1: Be Prepared

Flying with a musical instrument can be difficult, especially if you play a larger instrument that can’t come onto the plane with you. Making sure you have a good case and the proper insurance coverage can ensure a relaxed and stressless travelling experience.

Wisconsin’s Fox Cities: More than a Mile of Music

In August I had the opportunity to visit Fox Cities, Wisconsin, a region of Northeastern Wisconsin along the Fox River. It is made up of 19 communities, including the cities of Appleton, Kaukauna, Menasha, Neenah, and Oshkosh. The trip delivered all that I had anticipated in small town charm, but I had not expected the region’s enthusiastic support for the arts, vibrant live music scene, and friendly, artsy vibe.

7 Tips for a Killer Guitar Solo

October 9, 2019

A guitar solo is an art form that doesn’t come as easily as some other things you need to learn when you first pick up the guitar. If you are a player who watches videos of players like Jimmy Page, Slash, and Eric Clapton soloing on stage, then it doesn’t take long to get the itch to want to do it yourself.

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