In simplest terms, the harp is a plucked string instrument where the plane of the strings is perpendicular to the soundboard.
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Cello Basics
In this video, the team over at Consordini Music teaches us the basics of playing the cello. They go over everything from posture, to care for the instrument, to what you’ll need and more!
How to Practice Without Picking Up Your Guitar
If you are learning a new chord, scale, or musical passage, you don’t always have to have the guitar on your lap to make that happen.
Summer NAMM 2015: Ukuleles
A list of the best ukuleles that Making Music is highlighting from the 2015 Nashville Summer NAMM show for their particular excellence…
Summer NAMM 2015: Guitars and Accessories
A list of Guitars and Accessories that Making Music is highlighting from the 2015 Nashville Summer NAMM show for their particular excellence.
Late-Starters String Orchestra
Although there was hardly any conversation between the players, a true sense of camaraderie developed. Without even talking, I could feel it in the air. As members of the New York Late-Starters String Orchestra, we were making music.
The Saw Lady
Video of Natalia Paruz: The Saw Lady. She has many stories about the people she has met while playing the saw in the NYC subway. She has played more prestigious gigs…
Mark O’Connors performing ‘Boil ’em Cabbage Down’
Mark O’Connor is one of the most well-known and respected violinists in the world. Watch the video of Mark O’Connors performing ‘Boil ’em Cabbage Down’
BowTonic and WoodTonic
Cellist, composer, inventor, and instrument restorer DaVid Pineda-Huezo has created two products to help keep string instruments and their bows in tip-top shape.
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.
