Summer's here, so grab your guitar and some guitar goals with the help of guitar teacher Jerry W.... Summer has officially arrived, which means the sun is out, the days are long, and you have plenty of opportunities to pick up and practice your guitar! Now is the time to go after those dreams you've had of mastering the tricky aspects of learning guitar that have been a roadblock in your practice throughout the year. To help you get started, we've compiled 50 goals that you can focus

Wondering how singers like Mariah Carey and Ariana Grande hit all those high notes in the whistle register? Both of these singers are known for their extensive vocal range, but did you know that anyone can learn to sing these famous and seemingly-elusive high notes? That’s right- anyone! The whistle register is often misunderstood even by professionals, and many vocal coaches actually know very little about it. But don’t fret, in this article you will learn how to hit those Mariah Care

Thinking about learning to play ukulele this summer? Ukulele teacher Willy M. has 101 reasons why it's a great idea! Summer is in full swing so I’m bringing you 101 reasons to learn to play ukulele. I hope you find a reason to start taking ukulele lessons! 1. Playing the ukulele will immediately make you cool. 2. Playing the ukulele (especially with friends) is a really fun activity. 3. You can take a ukulele anywhere, unlike a tuba which is much less portable. 4. Though

How do you create a music practice schedule that keeps you on track to meet your musical goals? How do you break through procrastination and so you can amaze even yourself with your level of motivation? The new year rolled around, and you made big, ambitious music goals for the next twelve months. And yet, now that you're in the thick of the year, you're finding that it's harder than expected to stick to your music goals.  The novelty and excitement around the resolutions wears off and

Learning how to play the violin has never been easier, thanks to the wide variety of online resources available today. Whether you’re looking to teach yourself the violin or you simply want to supplement your current violin lessons, YouTube has a great selection of violin tutorials to choose from. Violin YouTube tutorials are a great alternative learning tool. Students can try out tutorials from many different violin instructors until they find the one that best fits their needs and

If you're looking for live music, Chicago is the place to be! The city is famous for its food, architecture, sports teams, and live music venues. From piano bars to corner taverns, Chicago offers live music every night of the week, in every genre imaginable. Here are ten of the best Chicago bars that feature live music: Davenport's Piano Bar Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret on Milwaukee Ave is the best bar around for cabaret and piano. It's a true piano bar, with local and touring cabare

It's no secret that drummers are often the butt of jokes. But why do people find bad drummer jokes so funny?  What is it about the drummer in a band that makes them such an easy target for musical humor? Even though the drummer holds the band together and recent studies have shown drumming increases certain kinds of intelligence, drummers often find themselves on the punchline side of a dumb joke. Drumming is an important part of many musical genres, and skilled drummers can create a p

Learning a few easy guitar licks is a great way to get started playing the guitar! Guitar teacher Matthew K. shares 5 fun options and explains how... Anyone can learn the guitar, but it can pose a challenge to learn any new skill. And sore fingers and cramping hands can deter anyone from getting their first song down. This is why I compiled a list of five of my favorite guitar licks for beginners that sound great and are fun to play.  If you haven't learned how to read guitar tabs yet, ta

We talk a lot about the benefits of piano lessons (you know, making you smarter, teaching discipline, relieving stress, and so on and so on), but have you ever thought about the lessons to be gained from looking at the lives of famous piano composers? These seven celebrated composers have lots to teach about life, creativity, and how to make your mark on the world. 1. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - Competitors Can Be Your Friends Like Mozart, you can achieve greatness by focusing on deve

Wondering how to improve your singing? While singing lessons are a big part of the equation, the way you practice in between lessons is just as important. Take a look at these tips from Ann Arbor, MI singing teacher Elaina R...   How often should you practice singing? This is a question that, as a voice teacher, I get all the time. The truth is, singers are in a unique position when it comes to practicing, especially compared to other instrumentalists. Here’s the best way for you