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Guitar Lessons – Hammer-On, Pull-Offs By : Bill McRea One of the primary legato techniques all guitarists must learn is the hammer-on, pull-off. This technique is important because it allows for nuances in tone and expression, and it allows the picking hand a “break” since it does not have to pick the notes on the hammer-on or the pull-off. This results in a faster progression of notes, sometimes called licks. The hammer-on is accomplished when you pick a note and then using another finger hammer down on the same string. The ... Guitar Lessons – Playing Harmonics By : Bill McRea A harmonic is a tone that’s created by the guitar by touching the string above a fret on an open vibrating string. There are 2 types of harmonics Natural and Artificial or I prefer to call them pinch harmonics. Natural Harmonics Natural Harmonics can be produced by touching your index finger on your fret-hand above at the 5th, 7th or 12th fret. Just place your finger on the string above the fret, don’t press to hard or you will mute the note, pluck the note and then p... Guitar Lessons – String Bending By : Bill McRea Bending strings is used to give the guitar a more personalized and harmonic quality. The technique is used mostly by lead guitar players but is also applied in all styles of playing. String bending and vibrato techniques are two large components in making up a guitar player’s style. The combination of these skills more or less defines a considerable part of what makes your playing different than the next guy. Bending the strings far enough to reach a desired pitch is the g... Hairspray - One Hot Musical By : impulsetickets When word first got out that the 1988 John Waters film Hairspray was being turned into a big budget musical for Broadway, most critics didn’t know what to think. The original film was, at best, a cult classic and one that most folks had never seen. It was notable for several reasons, however. Hard Rockers Kiss Still Rocking On By : Jimmy Cox The American band Kiss was formed in New York around 1973. Now over the past 34 years Kiss have sold over 19 million records in the U.S. alone and a whopping 80 million records worldwide. They have even been awarded with 22 gold records since their formation, even though the group has a history of different band members. Health Insurance for Musicians? - An Innovative Austin Program By : Dane Smith Health Insurance is a difficult issue for musicians since they are often working on relatively low wages. This article describes HAAM an innovative program in Austin that provides health insurance for local musicians. High Quality Music Downloads By : Maxim Garanichev Part of the Megabop Digital brand, Mbop Megastore is a multi-genre online music store offering high quality mp3 downloads. Catering to all musical tastes and with a catalogue of over 1.5 million and climbing, History of the SXSW Music Festival By : Dane Smith This article discusses the long, rich history of the SXSW festival, which started in the 80's to focus on local music and has since added important film and interactive components. How Can I Start a Hip Hop Record Label - Part One By : Robert Hill In this article I will go through some of the basics of what is needed to start your own independent Hip Hop Record Label. If you want to know how to start your own label, the first thing you will need is information. Not only the information on how to start a record label but also the information needed to make your business a success. How music software has changed in the last 10 years By : Kevin Tuck A musicians description of how you can write music and record CD's using simple equipment and free or low cost software. How the Music Industry Works By : Bill Kernodle How many times have you wondered about exactly how the music industry works? Here we will tell you how. How to Get Focused on Your Drumming By : Dan Brown Remember the times when you knew you should practice your drums, but just didn't feel like messing with it? It's at those times you lacked focus. How to Interview Music Schools By : David Usui When a student and/or their parents interview a music school, the process is a two way street. Make sure the school meets your criteria just as much as you need to fit theirs. How to Look After Your Guitar By : iwilliamson It is no big secret that proper care of your guitar will give you a more consistent quality of sound and an extended for the guitar . If you are at alls erious about playing guitar you will want to get some accessories that are essential for the care of the guitar. A guitar player is only as good as the sound and the quality of the guitar that they are playing. How To Make A Cheap Guitar Sound Great By : John Hilbert Simple modifications to low cost guitars can make them sound just as good as expensive ones. How to Not Be Just a Drummer By : Dan Brown An argument could be made that a drummer should solely focus on just being that... a drummer. I agree completely! I believe part of focusing on being a great drummer is expanding his or her knowledge of music, not just their "playing" of the drums. How To Promote A Concert: A Few Simple Tips By : M.Mark If you are about to publicize a concert then you need to work hard! But on the other hand it can be really rewarding, So.. have fun while doing it!Please accept the information as a guide offering suggestions for publicizing a concert and encourage maximum attendance and success! Some of the recommendations may not be appropriate for your type of concert. While some of the concepts may be obvious, others may be new but worthy of a try. How to Purchase Drum Sets, Cymbals, and Accessories By : Dan Brown Buying a new drum set can be a bit intimidating. Especially if... Hymns, a Time-Honored Tradition By : Natasha Young The singing of hymns has been a valued part of our worship services since early-recorded history. In Exodus we learn that Moses and the children of Israel "sang … unto the Lord" in gratitude for their deliverance from Egypt." Ian Brown - The World Is Yours By : cilvecs As it is well-known talented bands consist of talented musicians. But it is also known that talents of these particular musicians are not necessarily equally strong. The situation when a few people become famous at the expense of one person’s abilities is pretty typical. International Artist News - Prema LaNay By : Arthor Pens Prema LaNay got her start penning personal short stories, that eventually turned into melodies and songs. Her talents didn't go unnoticed for long as she began writing for small independent artist. IPod Music Downloads - Full Disclosure About Download Sites! By : Davion Wong iPod music downloads sites have sprung up over the past year, offering more than one place to download music for your iPod. So you have bought a new iPod or already own one and are thinking if you should be purchasing membership to one of the many iPod music downloads sites? Read on to find out where folks are merrily downloading unlimited iPod music for a one time charge. iPod Unlimited By : Robert Thomson The iPod is one of the greatest inventions of the recent times. Is DADGAD Tuning Cheating? By : Ken Hassman This short article tells of the author's first experience with open tunings on the acoustic guitar and how he came to appreciate them. Is Myspace a Waste of Time for Most Independent Artists? By : Shelton Alexender If you’ve had a chance to talk with musicians, writers, directors, photographers, or other artists that have taken a crack at promoting their content on MySpace, you have probably heard varying accounts of measured success. The truth of the matter is that very few people will ever be successful at selling their music, film, artwork, photos, or books on MySpace. Why are so many people unsuccessful in generating income from a site that boasts over 100 million subscribers? Let me provide you with a few simple answers.
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