As you embark on your musical journey, understanding the fundamentals of chords, inversions, and voicings is essential for unlocking the full potential of the piano and enhancing your playing skills. Understanding Chords Let’s start with the basics: what exactly Read More…
Month: May 2024
The Lip Trill
In the world of singing, vocal warm-ups are as essential as tuning an instrument before a performance. They prepare the voice, enhance vocal flexibility, and minimise risk of strain or injury. Among the plethora of warm-up exercises, one stands out Read More…
A Songwriter’s Guide to Copyright
‘A copyright is a type of intellectual property that gives the creator of an original work, or another right holder, the exclusive and legally secured right to copy, distribute, adapt, display, and perform a creative work, usually for a limited time. The creative work may be Read More…
Music Royalties Explained
Music royalties are the cornerstone of compensation for artists, songwriters, composers, and other rights holders in the music industry. In basic terms, ‘royalties’ are payments made to someone who owns the rights to something, such as a piece of music, Read More…
Understanding Guitar Tab
Learning to play the guitar is an exciting journey filled with creativity and expression. For many aspiring guitarists, understanding how to read guitar tab (tablature) is an essential skill. Guitar tab provides a straightforward way to learn and play music Read More…
Walking Bass
Walking bass lines serve as the rhythmic and harmonic backbone of music, particularly prominent in genres like jazz and blues. These lines gracefully meander between chords, marking the underlying harmony while maintaining a steady rhythm (typically with a swing feel). Read More…
Head Resonance: Your Head’s Your Amp, innit?
Understanding Head Resonance for Singers As singers, we’re often on a quest to uncover new ways to improve our vocal technique and performance. One unexpected source of insight into vocal mechanics came from a conversation with a guitarist friend Read More…
Understanding Mixed Voice Singing
Welcome to an exploration of mixed voice singing—a technique that enhances your vocal range and control. Let’s dive into understanding mixed resonance and vocal placement without the fluff. Achieving Vocal Balance Mixed voice singing combines the warmth of chest Read More…
Exploring Bel Canto and Mix Singing
Bridging Classical and Contemporary Techniques In the world of vocal performance, understanding and mastering various singing techniques is crucial for any aspiring singer. Two such techniques that hold significant value are Bel Canto and mix singing. Each has its unique Read More…
Mastering Breath Support and Vocal Control
Mastering Breath Support and Vocal Control: Your Guide to Enhancing Vocal Technique Welcome to your journey of mastering breath support and control, essential elements for achieving excellence in singing. In this guide, we’ll delve into effective strategies tailored to Read More…