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 …
Although some claim rock is losing its mainstream popularity, there is no doubt that some rock songs will remain immortal. And there are too many reasons for that. They’re full of energy, they have great melodies and chord progressions, the warmth of analog recording equipment, and so on. In this article, we’ll be looking specifically …
When I purchased my first mandolin there weren’t nearly as many options as there are today. While having more options is a good thing, it can also make choosing one a more complicated process. You’re going to spend a lot of time playing your mandolin, so it’s important to choose one that fits your playing …
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 …
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. …
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 …