Different music styles offer children new avenues for self-expression and connecting to their emotions, as well as providing exposure to new cultures and sound structures. Though genres vary based on region or culture, certain musical styles remain immensely popular worldwide. Pop, Rock, R&B, Classical and Dance/Electronic are among the most listened-to genres today. Pop Music […]
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Though some might perceive the 90’s as being defined by teen pop and boy bands on one end and gangsta rap on the other, this is far from accurate. Singers who were strongly tied to specific genres – like Alanis Morissette – enjoyed hugely successful careers. Britpop Britpop music first emerged during the 90s. Combining
seventh chords add depth and nuance to music across genres such as rock, pop, funk and jazz – as well as being integral for genres like blues and R&B. Each 7th chord has a distinct sound that depends on how its third, fifth and seventh components are assembled. To discover a chord’s quality on a
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Discovering minor chords for piano can add depth of emotion to your music. Built upon similar tones as major chords but featuring additional sadness or tension. To construct a minor chord, begin with A as your root note and move up one semitone until reaching C as its minor third and then another semitone for
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First step to soundproofing your home studio is selecting an appropriate location, meaning avoiding rooms with large windows, high traffic levels or other loud sources as potential sources. Air and vibration circulation should also be carefully considered; air can escape via doors, power outlets or any other gaps within your studio space. 1. Adding Insulation
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Chord melody arrangements use chords to enhance and deepen individual melody notes. To play a chord, simply fret the string with your strumming hand’s thumb. Verify that none of the strings you’re playing are muted, which could occur from improper positioning of fingers or wrists. Repeat the pattern and increase speed until you feel comfortable
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A pedalboard is an essential tool for a gigging guitarist. Choosing one that does what you need and looks good too can be difficult. Most standard pedals are happy with 9 volts and can be powered via a daisy chain, but a power supply offers a lower-maintenance solution. This guide will help you choose the
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Folk music has increasingly become accessible over time, as evidenced by two Broadway musicals featuring folk traditions as well as Coen Brothers’ 2013 film “Inside Llewyn Davis.” Kansas City is home to an exceptional folk musician community; some have become nationally-acclaimed performers while others have played alongside well-known rock artists. 1. The Vanguard The Vanguard
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Alternative and indie music can often be confusing for audiences who don’t fully grasp their differences from mainstream music. Alternative rock was an emerging movement in the late ’80s that sought to bypass major labels and fashion-oriented music scenes, yet after Nirvana became popular it quickly faded and integrated with mainstream culture. Origins Indie music
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A major chord is comprised of three notes spaced one third apart. They’re created using intervals – steps or tones used to connect one note with the next – between them. Major chords include the most frequently used major chords such as maj7, maj9 and CM7 (not to be confused with dominant seventh). There is
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