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Decoding the Language of Symbols in Sheet Music: A Musical Lexicon
In the intricate tapestry of sheet music, a language unfolds through symbols and notations that guide musicians in their journey to bring compositions to life. Like an ancient script, these symbols convey a composer’s intent, telling a story of dynamics, rhythm, and emotion. Let’s embark on a journey to decode the language of symbols in…
Links to this postA Brief History of Sheet Music: Tracing the Musical Manuscripts Through Time
Music, the universal language that transcends borders and resonates through the ages, has been documented and preserved through the artful pages of sheet music. This brief exploration aims to take you on a journey through the evolution of sheet music, from its humble beginnings to the intricate scores we recognize today. 1. Ancient Harmonies: The…
Links to this postJingle All the Way: Top 10 Festive Holiday Songs to Sing or Play
The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to spread joy and merriment than through the magic of music? Whether you’re gathering with loved ones around a crackling fireplace, attending a festive gathering, or simply enjoying a quiet moment of reflection, the right holiday tunes can elevate the atmosphere. In this blog post,…
Links to this postImage Thinking in Music: Emotion & Mastery
The power of music can be truly transformative, allowing us to connect with our emotions and express ourselves in a way that words cannot. But as a music teacher, I often see my students struggle to fully engage with the music they are playing. They get bogged down in technicalities and lose sight of the…
Links to this postThe Star-Spangled Banner
In remembrance of the Fourth of July, which is the day that the United States of America gained its independence from England in 1776, I want to bring attention to a very important song that often rouses and evokes great pride in those who hear it. I am of course talking about the national…
Links to this post7 Drummers Who Are Also Singers
It’s one thing to be able to play an instrument and another to sing, but when you can do both, you certainly can wow an audience. Even though it’s not uncommon for singers to also play instruments, most of the time they play guitar or bass, and to be quite frank, it’s almost expected. So…
Links to this postThe Best Musicals To Sing Along To
Now that the weather is a little warmer and life around is alive and well, it just makes a person want to sing out loud. Now, you could just sing along to your favorite music, but if you really want to know what’s better to sing along to, it’s musicals. Musicals are like the modern-day…
Links to this postThe Resurgence of 80s Music
Lately, I’ve been hearing a lot of people talk about older songs as if they’ve just been released. And of course, knowing how things work nowadays, I’m left guessing what shows or tik tok videos are responsible for the chatter. Well, as it turns out, there’s a show on Netflix that features a…
Links to this postMusic Enhances Everything
If music wasn’t made to be taken everywhere we go, then cars wouldn’t have stereos; Sony wouldn’t have created the Walkman; and Apple wouldn’t have mastered the wireless earphones with their Airpods. Movement, activities, the passing of time, they’re all enhanced with the playing of music. Music colors our experiences and adds depth to…
Links to this postOPINION: 1971: The Greatest Year In Music History
Recently, I was listening to some of my favorite albums on Spotify and realized that they were released in the same year of 1971. Coincidence? I began to look into it a bit more and again realized that more were released that year, as well. And as it turns out, many more. It seems like…
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