Singer/Songwriter Jess Novak shares some inside tips to find the right music teacher. Many of the tips are simple, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t important!
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How to Write a Song
No matter if you are starting from scratch or writing words for a particular tune, this article offers tips on lyric writing so you will know how to write a song.
Just Play Piano: Lesson 1
Making Music is launching a new series that will focus on teaching beginners how to play piano. Watch the video Just Play: Piano Lesson 1
Climate Tuning Guitar Tip
Chuck demonstrates the quick and easy way to ensure your guitar stays in tune during the drastic weather changes with handy climate tuning guitar tip.
Waiting for The One (Rhythm Tip)
This tip isn’t for just playing in the proper rhythm, but keeping it while someone goes off on a solo. It’s called waiting for the one.
How To Rewire a Guitar Jack
Everyone can agree that bringing your guitar into a repair shop will always cost you a pretty penny. We put up with those charges because we need our guitar, but what about when the repair isn’t that difficult? The smallest parts may be a quick fix, but will still cost a lot of money
How to Solder Broken Cables
Things break. It happens. Musicians especially know this. Carrying equipment things tend to get banged around or crammed into tight spaces and those duck-tape patch-jobs on all your gear will only keep it together so long.
Finding Your Mouthpiece
A mouthpiece is a very personal choice. Although brass players will hear lots of advice and debate about which model or design is best, the mouthpiece you choose should depend on your experience, the music you play, the instrument you use, and the sound you desire.
The Roadie Wrap
Having trouble keeping all your cables straight for the numerous instruments and amps you have for your gig? Todd Hobin has your solution. He demonstrates the perfect way to keep all your cables straight with the professional ‘roadie wrap’. His step-by-step guide shows you from start to finish how to properly wrap your cables. He even gives helpful insight to remember the steps and not get confused. This simple and quick technique is something all musicians should know, so if you don’t know what we’re talking about, you better watch the video below.
Mic Techniques 101
Incorrect miking could turn a pristine guitar sound to mud or a gleaming Bach trumpet could end up sounding like a kazoo. Read our Mic Techniques guide.