A Bb chord can be one of the more challenging barre chords for beginners to master, requiring strength, dexterity and finger placement for clean playing. Slash chords are notated with two letters separated by a slash (/). In this article we examine two variations of the Bb shape which do not require a barre. Barre […]
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If you’re in search of a high-quality cable, this one from BOSS should fit the bill. Boasting a thick gauge design capable of withstanding frequent usage and offering a lifetime warranty is perfect for frequent users. This guitar case features 95% oxygen-free copper spiral shielding to eliminate noise and interference and preserve the tone and
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Soul music flourished during the 60s due to many pioneering artists like Ray Charles who controversially fused gospel’s sacred cadences with bluesy sensuality on I Got A Woman. Stax Records in Memphis was home to deep soul music dominated by Booker T & the M.G’s driving rhythms and funky brass riffs by Booker T &
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The b diminished scale is an eight-note octatonic scale. It is one of the most frequently found chord qualities in blues music. Diminished scales are widely utilized across musical genres. Their distinctive sound can be heard through their combination of whole steps and half steps, distinguishing it from major scales. How to play it Diminished
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As Nashville celebrates Country Music Festival 2018, fans can catch their favorite artists performing across town. Nissan Stadium provides nightly concerts while some of the greatest discoveries can be made at smaller venues. Lainey Wilson of Holler will perform at Chevy Riverfront Stage Thursday morning alongside Boy Named Banjo, LANCO, and Mitchell Tenpenny. Stages Fans
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Jazz’s most basic beat is a ride cymbal rhythm based on triplet feel; beginners need to familiarize themselves with this beat for maximum comprehension. Try playing this pattern using only the bass drum and high hat on 2 and 4. When comfortable, add an additional bass drum beat when needed. Learning the Basics Learning new
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Reggae music found widespread success during the 90s, thanks to dancehall artists like Buju Banton and Shabba Ranks who released hit after hit. Lady Saw is known for having an eclectic vocal range that ranges from vulnerable and straining, to irreverent and playful in an instant – both approaches were on full display during this
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Music can be an extremely powerful means of conveying emotion. One way composers do this is through using different tempos and keys in creating mood. Prince’s original rendition of this tearjerker was meant as an impassioned break-up song, but late Sinead O’Connor transformed it into an emotive tale of heartache with her rendition. Lilting piano
Soul music is a genre of popular music characterized by catchy beats and powerful vocals. Curtis Mayfield created politically conscious lyrics and engaging rhythms on his album for Super Fly movie soundtrack. Detroit-based Motown Records famously produced artists who combined doo-wop melodies with polished production techniques. Meanwhile in Memphis-based Stax Records recruited Black musicians who
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Major chords form the basis for many songs and are usually one of the first chords a guitarist learns. Major scale chords consist of triads composed of the 1st, 3rd and 5th notes of any given major scale arranged as triads. Each major scale features its own signature sequence of triads; for instance, if you
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