There is no denying the banjo is a ton of fun to play, and that’s probably why they’re once again growing in popularity. More instrument brands are starting to make them and some of the nicer models are selling out! And while many readers may be here because of bluegrass, keep in mind that the …
Small, portable, sweet, and fun, the ukulele is a joyous instrument played by people of all ages. Whether you enjoy classical, jazz, pop, rock, or folk music, the ukulele is versatile and can be played in many styles and genres. Traditional ukuleles in the Hawaiian style are quite popular and reputable, and the ukulele has …
If you’ve ever gone shopping for an instrument, you have likely experienced the overwhelming feeling of having countless options from which to choose. A trending instrument as of late is the traditional ukulele, an instantly recognizable instrument that can be quite a joy to play. Over the last few decades, the ukulele has continued to …
We all have different hand sizes and learning to play the guitar can be difficult if you have smaller than average hands. Some entry-level guitarists with small hands fear learning the guitar, but thankfully there are many guitars with specs suited better for these players. When looking for a guitar for smaller hands you’ll want …
So you are on the market for some new violin strings? Perhaps you have just purchased your first violin and you are wondering what type of strings would be best for your instrument. Or perhaps you have been playing the violin for a long time and simply would like to make a change from your …
The process of buying an instrument like a trombone for yourself or your child can be an arduous task if you, like most parents or new musicians, don’t know what to look for. Don’t worry, though, after years of playing and teaching trombone, I’ll share exactly what to look for and what to avoid below. …
There comes a time in every musician’s career when they finally decide to take that step forward and begin looking to look for an upgrade from their current model and start looking at what the higher end guitars have to offer. This article will give you insight into which guitar is the perfect fit for …
Learning to play an instrument is an extremely beneficial learning experience for kids. Think about all the toys and activities over the years that kids pick up briefly and move on from, where a musical instrument has the chance to last a lifetime. Choosing which guitar to buy can be overwhelming with so many options …
If you are a classical music lover, you are probably familiar with the captivating feeling you get when you are listening to a classical piano piece. And, if you’re like me, you might even get so caught up in the experience, that you start “playing” on an imaginary piano in your head. Your fingers hit …
The violin is renowned for being one of the most difficult instruments to play. However, it is also renowned for being one of the most beautiful sounding instruments. Putting the work in to learn how to play the violin is an investment, but a great investment at that. I remember when I was first thinking …