The world would be a very boring place without interesting rhythms that move our bodies, make our souls dance, and unite us all through incredible beats.
Let’s go on a rhythmic journey and explore fascinating rhythms from some popular songs.
What is timbre and how is it different than pitch? Musica…
What is timbre and how is it different than pitch? Musical terminology can get pretty complex. Gain clarity by exploring what “timbre” means in this free article.
We all wish there were just a couple more hours in the da…
We all wish there were just a couple more hours in the day. Personally I often wish there was a whole extra day between Wednesday and Thursday: we could call it Musicday. Imagine how much music practice we could get done if there was a whole day dedicated just to music!
The Musical U team has collected these 10 top tips to help you find more time for music in the year ahead.
Want to write and play the beautiful melodies from that f…
Want to write and play the beautiful melodies from that favorite playlist? Melodic dictation is scary for some – but it doesn’t have to be! In this article we a share a simple step-by-step to writing melodies. Enjoy!
How do you know which chords to use in your songs? Choosi…
How do you know which chords to use in your songs? Choosing the right chords for a song can make all the difference between a great song and a terrible one.
When you first start writing songs though, you may be overwhelmed by the options available to you. 12 major chords, 12 minor chords, plus all kinds of diminished, sus, and seventh chords to consider… Read this article and learn how find the chords that work.
Have a strong melody, lyrics and hook – now what? It’s ti…
Have a strong melody, lyrics and hook – now what? It’s time to have some fun arranging!! A great arrangement can really make a song stand out. Learn what it means to arrange a song – and how to get started in this free article.
What is a polyrhythm? In this guide we’ll introduce you t…
What is a polyrhythm? In this guide we’ll introduce you to the concept of polyrhythms, provide you with examples of this rhythmic complexity, and share some techniques for counting and feeling polyrhythms.
January is a great time to set new music goals. Sadly “Ne…
The 5-Minute Guide to Set and Achieve your New Year's Music Resolutions
January is a great time to set new music goals. Sadly “New Year’s Resolutions” normally fail. In fact less than 10% of people achieve the resolutions they set! It turns out there are six mistakes to avoid, and six ways you can fix them.
The 5-Minute Guide to Set and Achieve your New Year's Music Resolutions
Want to explore the world of percussion instruments? Perc…
Want to explore the world of percussion instruments? Percussion instruments play a vital role in any musical ensemble. In fact, they’re often referred to as the “heartbeat” or “backbone” of music.
Read this free article and learn about the world’s oldest family of instruments!
Doing a lot of things to get better is great! But what ab…
Doing a lot of things to get better is great! But what about things we don’t do? Read this article and find out the 5 things many guitarists don’t do that holds them back.