Musician

First, the bad news. A MIDI keyboard doesn’t make any sound on its own. Now, the good news. If you thought your MIDI keyboard was broken, it’s not. How does a MIDI keyboard work then? And how do you get sound out of it?

A keyboard and a digital piano look very similar to one another. This can make it confusing when you’re trying to decide which one to buy and you’re not really sure what the differences between them are. Read this blog and you’ll have all the information you need to make the right decision.

One of the most important factors in the sound of an acoustic guitar is the ‘solidness’ of the wood used in its body. Guitars with a laminated body, ones with a solid top and all-solid models all have certain advantages and disadvantages and it’s a good idea to become familiar with these before you decide which type of guitar to buy. Once you’re armed with this information, it will be easier to narrow down the classical or acoustic guitar that’s right for you.

If you’re already familiar with the most common guitar chords and scales, perhaps you’re interested in a slightly different challenge? If so, you may wish to consider changing the tuning of one or more strings on your guitar like many other guitarists do. It instantly gives you different sounds and fingering possibilities. In this blog, we’ll take a look at one of the most popular alternate tunings called Drop D. 

Many beginners who are just starting to play the guitar wonder whether they should use a plectrum or not. And if so, what exactly do you do with it? In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at some of the advantages of using a plectrum (also known as a pick), how to hold it and how to use it. It’s not difficult, but, like everything else, it requires a little practice.

There are many misconceptions when it comes to playing guitar and some of them can even prevent those initially keen to start learning from ever doing so. That’s a real shame because learning to play a musical instrument can enrich your life in lots of different ways. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the misconceptions about playing guitar and give you the facts instead.

If you’re looking to buy a Christmas present for someone who makes music, we’re here to provide the inspiration you need. We know how tricky it can be to find the perfect musical present, especially if you’re not a musician yourself, so we’ve compiled a list of ten appealing, affordable gift ideas that any musician would love to find under the tree. Best of all, most of them are priced under ten pounds!

With December quickly approaching, we’re all getting ready to head to the shops in droves to buy Christmas presents for one another. It’s not always easy to find the perfect gift, especially if you want to give someone a practical gift they can use for a hobby you know nothing about! If you need to find a Christmas gift for a drummer, then the tips in this blog are sure to help. We’ve compiled a list of ten affordable drum-related gift ideas, some of which cost less than ten pounds!

If you’re looking for the perfect Christmas present for a pianist or keyboard player, but you’re not completely familiar with the piano/keyboard world, then this blog is sure to come in handy. We’ve compiled a list of ten affordable Christmas gift ideas especially for pianists and keyboardists, some of which are priced under ten pounds!

Even though Silent Night is just around the corner, that doesn’t mean the special guitarist or bassist in your life has to be silent as well! This list of ten affordable gift ideas is sure to put the happy in Happy Christmas for any guitar or bass player! Best of all, some of these gift ideas cost less than ten pounds!

If you want to take up drumming, you might be asking yourself what you need to begin. In our blog How do I become a drummer?, we already established that determination, enthusiasm and lots of practise can take you a long way. In this blog, we’ll take a look at some of the drum gear you’ll need to get started as well as a few extras that always come in handy.

If you’ve always wanted to play a musical instrument but never got round to it, it’s not too late. Not only is it fun, but research shows that learning a musical instrument can have a positive influence on your brain no matter how old you are. Instruments like pianos and keyboards are a great choice for adult learners.