When you listen to any musical composition, you’ll hear two components played consistently: the melody and the harmony. Although both components often play simultaneously, they provide different structures for the composition. This guide will show you how melody and harmony are different, take you through the various themes found in […]
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Disc Resurfacing: What Is Really Happening?
If you have a disc with scratches on it, the playback it provides could be affected. You’ll notice skipping and pausing in music, lag on the video, and a refusal for some machines to recognize the medium. This issue occurs because an optical disc has a laser light shined onto […]
10 Most Popular Songs for the Cello
The cello might be the world’s most delightful instrument. Not only can it carry a soulful melody, but it also provides a soothing lower harmony that adds depth to any arrangement. When you first start learning how to play the instrument, your instructor might have you play something familiar to […]
Why Artists Tune Their Guitars Half a Step or a Whole Step
When you tune a guitar to the standard set of notes, you’ll use this configuration: E-A-D-G-B-E. If you use a half-step lower for your tuning, the same notes get played, but they will all be flat. Since most digital tuners don’t show the flat pitches, you’ll want to tune them […]
Bose 700 Headphones Turn Bluetooth Off [SOLVED]
We’ve all encountered issues with buggy headphones on occasion. If your $20 specials that just came off the boat from China aren’t working, it doesn’t feel like a big deal. When you purchase the Bose 700 headphones to use, the expense creates an expectation that the product should work correctly. […]
What Happened over at the Gear Page?
The Gear Page provides a forum, resources, and trading area for guitar enthusiasts and people who love music. There is also a shop available where you can purchase branded t-shirts that represent the community. You have the option of becoming a supporting member at The Gear Page for a small […]
Choosing and Installing the Included Focusrite Scarlett DAW
If you’ve recently invested in a Focusrite Scarlett audio interface, you’re on the precipice of an exciting compositional journey. You have one of today’s most comprehensive tools for recording, editing, and mixing music. When you know how to connect Scarlett to your computer and get the audio into or out […]
Esteban Guitars: Good or Just Hype?
You might not recognize the name Stephen Paul. You could know the artist by his stage name, which is Esteban. The issue that people have with the guitars from Esteban involves how you can access them. They’re often sold through HSN, QVC, and other TV-based shopping networks. Is it safe […]
Best Rock Songs with Violin Solos and Interludes
It isn’t always easy to find inspiration for your creativity. Although “writer’s block” is a famous expression to describe this issue, the obstacles to a successful production affect everyone who works in a creative career. Creativity blocks can be especially poignant for musicians. Not only are their lyrics to consider […]
Is My Violin Worth Repairing?
Some old violins are worthless. Others are priceless once they’ve gone through a proper repair and restoration process. How can you know if your violin is worth repairing? Although it can feel nostalgic to find an older violin, it isn’t always worth the cost to repair it. Even if the […]