We’re going to explore the five most common bad habits that are found among guitarists, and how you can get rid of them for the best practice possible.
Category: Making Music
Music Motivation Now: How to Get Millennials and Gen Z’ers on Board With Learning an Instrument
It’s not our imaginations; millennials are less patient than previous generations. Hyper-connectivity, super-fast internet, instant streaming – all of these have created a situation where, if they have to wait even 30 seconds for a response (from a website or a person on the other end of the phone), millennials will simply walk away. That’s […]
5 Stretches for Practicing Musicians That Will Change Your Life
**The content of this article is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. We’ve all been guilty of over-practicing. And, whether string, brass or other, every musician is bound to encounter one […]
Living Room to Live Room
Did you think every recording studio would be the same? You thought wrong. Thanks to Insulation Express providing the following infographic, you can read all about some of the most famous recording studios across the globe.
How to Write a Grant Proposal for Your Music Project
In the US in 2016, The National Endowment for the Arts gave slightly over $82 million in grants to fund various music projects. If you want to come up with the ideal grant proposal for your music project, the following tips will be of great assistance…
Band Banners 101: Make Sure Your Band Has The Best Setup
A band backdrop is a key component in your band’s marketing efforts. In fact, stage backdrops are the number one priority for a new band. A quality band backdrop or stage scrim that is well designed can make a huge impact on stage and can brand your music group effectively.
Deliberate Practice Is Like the Scientific Method for Music
Practice is incredibly important for success, but it’s not simply about how much time you practice, it’s about how you practice. After years of struggling with music, I started applying deliberate practice and other cognitive science learning approaches to French horn and became an international symphony pro after just two years of doing so. Before […]
Making Music Mag / NAMM 2018 Product Spotlight: Harman
The JBL EON ONE PRO mobile PA can be carried with just one hand, set up and dialed in for high-quality JBL sound in seconds. Cut the cord with this wireless, battery-powered PA system and give your fans powerful, unique experiences—pop-up performances, remote weddings, subway stops, beach bonfires, rooftops, street corners, and more.
Making Music Mag/NAMM 2018 Product Spotlight: MXL: Dynamic and Condenser Microphones
This year at NAMM 2018, MXL introduced new dynamic microphones right along with new condenser microphones— along with updates and advancements on their classics.
Making Music Mag/NAMM 2018 Product Spotlight: ProFusion
Monitoring app from Profusion that utilizes your digital device.