Introduction to Piano Clefs
Western classical music has developed a system of notation that has spanned nearly ten centuries. The results of this gradual process of evolution and refinement … Read more
Western classical music has developed a system of notation that has spanned nearly ten centuries. The results of this gradual process of evolution and refinement … Read more
The title above implies that, in some way, the hands of pianists are radically different from the hands of non-pianists. Whilst there is a marginal … Read more
You may have a clear image of the noble piano as a solo, somewhat lonely instrument. It’s a self-sufficient 88-toothed beast that does do quite … Read more
Writing an article on the most difficult piano piece presents its own difficulties. Which periods of music should one consider and should the article consider … Read more
Let’s plunge into this title with a fleeting glance at Friedrich Nietzsche. Why am I electing to evoke a dead German philosopher initially, Nietzsche provides … Read more
France has played a central part in the evolution of Western Classical music and culture since the 10th Century. During the Medieval period, France was … Read more
The music of Ireland, like so many other countries music, is a fascinating and complex one. It takes us on a journey stretching back in … Read more
Here we have the opportunity to take a close look at another part of the theoretical side of music. If you’ve read any of my … Read more
In parallel with so many cultures, the music of Japan is a complex and lengthy one. The evolution of Japanese music stretches back many thousands … Read more
One of the ongoing joys of writing these articles is that I have the opportunity to learn something new. When I read this title, I … Read more
Students in music classes across Europe are regularly taught about the elements of music. This term refers to words that describe vital components that are … Read more
Music is littered with vocabulary. Dictionaries of music list the numerous terms that you have the option to embed into your language if you wish. … Read more
In the mid-19th century is where we can see the emergence of Gospel music. In the Southern states of the USA, African American slaves, toiling … Read more
Before exploring the history of music therapy, pause for a moment to consider the definition of the therapy given by the British Association for Music … Read more
There is a burning temptation to lapse into thinking that electronic music is embodied only in the genres of EDM. The foundations of much of … Read more