Another common way to create more interesting chords by altering the notes of the basic triad is to form what are called suspended fourth chords.
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Five tips on how to make better sounding records
A great song can sound pretty shoddy and still capture listeners’ hearts, no doubt. There are, however, so many examples of great songs falling short just because they didn’t “sound” very good. With the abundance of tutorials at our fingertips, all the information is out there. If you seek out the right teachers and really […]
Solving a Rhythmical Problem
As players advance and repertoire becomes more difficult, rhythmic patterns also tend to increase in difficulty. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to make those seemingly difficult rhythmic patterns easier.
Holiday Tunes: How They Are Born and Their Presence in Everyday Life
Today, a pure, playful motive has become so famous all over the world that it has become a real musical symbol of happy and carefree winter holidays.
Creative Ways for Songwriters to Be More Productive
Exactly what can songwriters do to get into their “zones” and craft the music and lyrics that will result in winning products? Here are ten ways to promote productivity.
Tips for Pianists To Stay Focused and Motivated
Playing piano is a dream for thousands of people, but often this dream is hindered due to lack of time or energy. One of the most common reasons people stray from learning piano is a lack of concentration. Losing concentration can make you feel unmotivated and distracted from your goal. Thus, people often wonder how […]
Four Great Podcasts for Musicians
Podcasts are great because you can listen while doing other things — loading the dishwasher, traveling, fixing your car. And because you’re a musician, you should know that there are plenty of podcasts that are custom designed for you and me.
Buying an Acoustic-Electric Guitar
Acoustic-electric guitars, also known as electro-acoustic guitars, are advanced acoustic guitars that have built-in electronics to increase sound amplification.
7 Reasons to Start a Musician Blog
Instead of relying on others to blog about their music, musicians should start their own blogs. Getting the word out about the music should be a proactive process.
Music Theory Basics for Guitarists
It is entirely possible to have a long, successful guitar career without much musical theory knowledge. But, theory is great to know for a variety of guitar-related tasks and activities, such as songwriting, teaching, and accompanimental playing.