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The percussion family of instruments contains a wide variety of instruments to play. While many percussionists learn multiple instruments, you have to pick one to start learning, so let’s study several choices and which might be the best for you. The table below lists 10 popular percussion instruments (11 with drum kit) ranked form easiest … Read more
Playing the clarinet can be lots of fun. It has a beautiful sound, you can play fast, and you can even play jazz. But it can sometimes feel like it’s going to take forever to learn. Wannabe clarinetists often ask how long it really takes to play well. You can play your first song on … Read more
As an acoustic guitar player, you may be seduced by the distinctive and beautiful sound of classical guitar. Many acoustic players switch to or double on classical. How challenging is it to make the switch? Switching from acoustic to classical guitar involves learning the classical fingerstyle technique, which is complex and requires the use of … Read more
The classical guitar is known for being difficult to learn, but is it actually harder to play than the electric guitar? The classical guitar is harder to play than the electric guitar because it requires solid skills to play even simple music. Electric guitarists can often get by with basic skills in the early stages. … Read more
Guitar strings can be played using a pick or with the fingers depending on the guitarist and their musical style. Both acoustic and classical guitars can be played fingerstyle. Which is best for the fingerstyle technique? The classical guitar is designed for playing fingerstyle. Nylon strings are friendlier to the fingers and produce a well-balanced … Read more
For decades, marching bands have been entertaining sports fans and parade attendees with their powerful sound and flashy moves. Participating in a marching band is incredibly fun and rewarding, but is it hard to do? Marching band is a physically and mentally demanding activity that requires hours of rehearsal and training to achieve a high … Read more
Brass instruments are susceptible to getting knocked around sometimes, especially the larger ones like the tuba. Even if you’re extra careful, it is possible for your instrument to get hit against a music stand, door frame, or another instrument while transporting or playing it. A dent or two is bound to occur, but how can … Read more
Training ten fingers to play among eighty-eight keys on a piano requires years of regular training. Many potential pianists are curious to know if the demands of playing the piano changes your hands. Playing piano does not affect the structure of your hands. If you play a lot, over time your fingers will gain dexterity, … Read more
Trumpet and baritone are brass instruments each with a very distinct sound and different role in an ensemble. Is the baritone really easier than the trumpet? The baritone is easier than the trumpet because it has a more relaxed embouchure, lower resistance, and easier parts to play. The trumpet demands a high level of lip … Read more
In a marching band, two of the main instruments of the moving drumline (or battery) are the snare drum and the tenor drum. Newcomers to marching band often wonder which of the two is easier to play and march. Overall, the snare drum is easier to march and play because it is lighter and only … Read more