The Historical Development of Piano Manufacturing and Instrument Design
Before exploring the finer points of this title, let’s pause to remember where the piano originated from. Born on the 4th May 1655, Bartolomeo Cristofori … Read more
Definition and information about musical instruments.
Before exploring the finer points of this title, let’s pause to remember where the piano originated from. Born on the 4th May 1655, Bartolomeo Cristofori … Read more
There are many facets to this question that I will attempt to unpack. My first thought on reading the title, was why seventeen, not sixteen … Read more
There are and have been many established routes for singers and instrumentalists to have their achievements recognised. The range of available options today is a … Read more
Whenever you are composing for a group of instruments/voices, achieving the desired balance between the different performers can be challenging. Experience in live performance helps … Read more
Throughout musical history, there have been advances. Some of these are technical, some theoretical, and others instrumental. One of the most significant and enduring steps … Read more
It might be useful to frame the title of this article within its historical context. This way there is a better approach to exploring the … 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
Sometimes we’re faced with a dilemma such as available space in the house, but you really want a piano or start learning to play the … Read more
As musicians, we always want to be close to our instruments to care for them, keep direct sunlight away from them, and care about their … Read more
Most people are familiar with the flute, an orchestral instrument that belongs to the woodwind section, though today it is typically made out of metal. … Read more
What is jazz? Jazz is one of the most popular types of music alive today. This genre of music originated in the African-American communities in … Read more
Many people wonder if the fiddle and the violin are the same instrument. Indeed, they have the exact same shape and are played with a … Read more
Nowadays, music is becoming a very popular hobby across all ages. It is not rare to find parents who want their children to take up … Read more
The violin is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful and captivating instruments ever made. It is entirely handcrafted and, in order … Read more
The birth of the modern violin dates back to the 16th century, when some traditional Italian instrument makers developed the standard shape and characteristics that … Read more