One of the simplest and most effective ways to enrich your chord progressions is through the use of inversions. Depending which note you put in the bass, you end up with chords in first inversion or second inversion:
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Teaching Piano Effectively for Parents, Teachers, and Students
In her article, “If Only Teaching Piano was as Easy as Sliced Apples,” Leila Viss discusses her thoughts on how to make practice easier on not only the students, but the parents and the teacher as well.
How to Use Rest as a Tool for Success
The secret of success is a balance between hard work and rest. While working hard can help you to be successful, it’s necessary to take some rest as well. Rest is important for careers in music, because it helps you to avoid overworking yourself.
9 Steps to Getting a Job in the Music Business
The time has come. You have nearly finished your college career and are ready to look for a job in the music industry, but where do you start?
The Best Guitar Songs of All Time
Guitars are the backbone of music, and this list of the best guitar songs from TakeLessons highlights some of the most popular and influential songs that have helped shape modern generations, even though they’re decades old.
Top 7 Habits of Healthy Musicians
Research shows that around half of all professional musicians worldwide, at some point in their careers, endure music-related injuries that permanently sideline them.
How to use Online Sources to Teach Classical Composers and Forms
Leila Viss of 88 Piano Keys suggests using YouTube, Quizlet, and Kahoot to help students learn about classical composers and forms in a fun and entertaining way.
How to Get An Internship in the Music Business
How can you find that perfect music internship, especially if you don’t have many contacts in the industry? Ariel Hyatt has some thoughts on the subject.
Is It Too Late To Learn Piano?
Is it too late to learn piano? Of course not! The piano is a great instrument in that it is perfect for all musicians of all levels at all ages.
Navigating the Jam
Jamming is one of the most important practices in music. It can also be one of the most daunting. Playing an unfamiliar song with people you might not know can be a challenge, especially for beginners. But it’s an essential skill to develop if you ever want to perform in a band.