https://www.musical-u.com/learn/pop-or-just-popular-dance-or-just-good-to-dance-to-take-the-genre-test/
Know a lot of different styles of music?
Take this genre test and see how many can be identified by ear.
Listen to the tracks and match them up with the genres – have fun!
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/pop-or-just-popular-dance-or-just-good-to-dance-to-take-the-genre-test/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/introduction-to-time-signatures/
The time signature of a piece of music is one of the key clues that can help you understand the rhythm and structure of the piece.
It tells you how the music is to be counted, what beats are emphasized, and most importantly, what the “feel” of the music is likely to sound like.
In this introduction to time signatures, we’ll teach you exactly what those fraction-like numbers mean, what kinds of music use what time signatures, and the simple time signature that almost all of your favourite rock and pop jams use.
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/introduction-to-time-signatures/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/hearing-tone-timbre-texture/
If you want to write great music it’s crucial that get really good at listening.
The terms tone, timbre, and texture, all refer to how music sounds, and are sometimes used interchangeably. However as we tease out distinct definitions for each term, we will begin to hear so much more in every piece of music we encounter.
Take the next step and apply the principles of active listening to each one of the “Three T’s” and new musical vistas will unfold before your very ears!
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/hearing-tone-timbre-texture/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/how-long-should-i-spend-on-ear-training/
How long should we spend on ear training for the best results?
Ear training is fantastic for musicians. Not enough ear training won’t get much results and too much ear training can have diminishing returns.
Enjoy this free article and learn how to find the sweet spot for your ear training time.
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/how-long-should-i-spend-on-ear-training/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/about-having-a-roadmap/
With the seemingly endless fountain of resources available for the self-taught musician, it can be hard to weed out exactly how to approach your learning journey.
In this episode, we discuss the idea of the musical roadmap and how we use them here at Musical U.
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/about-having-a-roadmap/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/mindful-practice-makes-perfect/
Does it feel like practice sessions aren’t helping progress that quickly?
Learning about mindful practice may be the answer. This will not only improve musicianship, but also eliminate a lot of frustration and help with focusing on the task at hand.
Musicologist, Naomi Wilson from @hobbyhelpofficial joins us to take a closer look at what mindful practice is – and how to it a try today!
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/mindful-practice-makes-perfect/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/talking-rhythm-the-kodaly-method/
Are you struggling with counting out basic rhythm?
Do you wish that you could understand a rhythm on sight?
Fortunately there is a way to translate playing by ear into understanding written rhythms that is easy to use for musicians of all ages!
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/talking-rhythm-the-kodaly-method/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/why-mistakes-and-failure-are-essential-for-music-learning/
Is the fear of making a mistake holding you back in your musical growth?
Making mistakes and occasionally failing can be great learning tools. And may even be the key to unlocking your musical potential.
Hear from our Guest Expert @DigitalPianoReviewGuide
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/why-mistakes-and-failure-are-essential-for-music-learning/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/define-signature-sound/
Possibly the most important question every artist has to answer is what goes into making your own signature sound.
A recognizable sound is what people remember you for and this is what is going to make you stand out from the crowd.
Let’s listen to some good music and break down the aspects of branding your sound.
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/define-signature-sound/
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/rhythm-boot-camp-everyday-practice/
Most musicians have a tendency to practice a favourite riff over and over again, or even just jam through a tune.
However, you need to practice rhythm everyday to develop your rhythm skills.
https://www.musical-u.com/learn/rhythm-boot-camp-everyday-practice/