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Five Things That Cause A Piano To Go Out Of Tune
To keep a piano in tune and in optimal condition, it is typically recommended that tunings be scheduled twice per year. This will help counteract the numerous factors that put pressure on a piano's strings and tuning pins and cause the piano to go out of tune over time. The following are five of the major factors involved in making a piano go out of tune between tunings: Changes in temperature
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How Do You Make Money As A Musician? (Really.)
Whether you started out years ago picking tunes out on an old guitar or you honed your skills rapping on the streets, you have to transition from musician to business person at some point—if you want to start making money on your craft. It's never too early to start thinking about publishing your work professionally. This is what you need to know. Who owns your music? If you're a songwriter, the good news is that you're richer than you think, because you already own your own music and publishing rights.
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Adding A Pickup To An Acoustic Guitar
The pure tone produced by an acoustic guitar is its most endearing quality, but a louder sound is sometimes needed for it to be heard amidst other musical instruments. Owners of acoustic guitars can choose to attach a pickup to ensure that their guitar is heard when necessary. A pickup is a small electrical device attached to the body of a guitar to pick up and transmit sound to an amplifier.
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Three Costs To Plan For When Your Child Takes Piano Lessons
Taking piano lessons not only teaches children how to read and play music; new research is showing that piano lessons actually raise a child's IQ. If you're considering enrolling your child in piano lessons, you have probably considered the cost of the lessons and perhaps the cost of a piano for your home. However, it's important to also be aware of the following costs that parents with piano-playing children generally incur:
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A Guide To Buying Used Musical Instruments
When you're first getting started with learning a musical instrument, you may not want to invest in a brand new, professional instrument. Thankfully, it's often easy to buy a used student instrument without spending an arm and a leg. Here are some tips on how to buy a used musical instrument. Choose a Good Source There are a few sources where you can find used musical instruments without paying the high prices of a dedicated music store.
About Me
In a month, my husband and I will celebrate our eleventh wedding anniversary. I can’t believe we’ve been married for so many years. One of my favorite aspects about our wedding ceremony was the music. I selected two country tunes and a religious song to be sung at our wedding. A couple from my dad’s church sang the religious song beautifully while my cousin’s husband sang one of the country song’s perfectly. I sang the other country song to my groom. On this blog, I hope you will discover some tips for picking the perfect musical selections for an upcoming, important event. Enjoy!