Piano history isn’t common knowledge, even though it’s the most popular instrument among musicians. Few know of the countless lives lost during the first and second Dulcimer Wars. Yet, even those events pale compared to the Harpsichord Revolution, which forever changed the instrument’s fate. Seriously though, the modern piano we …
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Piano playing is a natural and reliable means of sharpening your mind. Learn how this brain booster works in this short article. In many ways, music is just like a drug. Instead of inhaling or ingesting it, our brains absorb the sound waves. These vibrations can take us on an …
We chord-ially invite you to learn about F# minor! This short article breaks down all you need to know to understand and play this chord. Sometimes music is like good wine–the more you know about it, the more you can taste when you drink it. Learning music theory helps you …
A-chording to the laws of music theory, there are easy ways to understand Ab minor! In this short article, we explain everything you need to understand and play this chord. Learning to play the piano opens up when you throw chords into the mix. Chords are like different recipes for …
Trying to learn all the major and minor chords? This short article breaks down what you need to know to play the Bb minor chord. Chords can be a whirlwind of numbers, letters, and sounds. It’s easy to get lost and confused, especially when just beginning on the piano. Luckily …
Want to play diatonic chords? You’ll need to master the major scale. This article explores all possibilities for making diatonic harmony. The word diatonic means “strictly within a key.” Diatonic harmony is all about using only the notes of a particular scale to create chords. This is one of those …
Did you know that playing an instrument can help your brain work better? Let’s looks at several studies and learn how music makes you smarter. It seems that musicians are often brilliant people. So, do smart people gravitate toward music as tall people toward basketball? Or, does playing an instrument …