Archive for November, 2009

What’s the going rate for private piano lessons when the student goes to the teacher’s home?

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

I’m trying to find out what the average rate for private piano lessons is for a beginner student. It would be helpful to know what state or general area you live in so I have a comparison of different geographical areas. Also- what’s the rate for having private Piano lessons in your own [...]

What is the difference of these Electronic Keyboards?

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

Im looking to buy a electronic keyboard. What is the difference bettween synthesizers, controllers, and arrangers?
Technically, the word "synthesizer" should only be applied to an instrument (not necessarily a keyboard) that can generate (synthesize) complex sounds from basic wave forms (sine waves, square waves, etc.) However, that technical definition is not usually heeded by most [...]

How much is it for keyboard / piano lessons?

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

How much would it cost for a 13 year old boy (me) for keyboard lessons.I know how to read music because I play clarinet (7 grade begning band) I know how to play all notes except for some sharps and flats. I have a friend who is extreamly good at playing the keyboard/piano he used [...]

If you learn to play the acoustic guitar, do you need to start all over again to learn the bass?

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

I plan to learn how to play the acoustic guitar but I want to play other guitars, mostly the bass and funk guitar. Do you need to learn all over again? How different, except for structure and sound are guitars?
Not very different at all. The main difference between an acoustic guitar and an electric [...]

What electric guitar is good for playing alternative rock?

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

I’m buying a electric guitar, but I have no idea what kind of guitar I should buy and what I should look for in a guitar… i guess?
Any Semi-Hollow Bodies are great for that type of sound. I personally recommend a Les Paul style guitar. No exactly a les paul.

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Where can I find some free acoustic guitar lessons online?

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

I just bought myself an acoustic guitar because it was something that sparked my interest but I have no clu where to start. Is there any place on the web where I can learn everything about acoustic guitar easily?
Try searching on video hosting sites such as youtube, Veoh, or livevideo. These are better than listed [...]

Can you put a shorter length guitar in a longer hard guitar case?

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

I have a cheap guitar that I am learning on and am planning to eventually buy a better quality guitar.
My current guitar is 43" long. I was wondering if when I buy a new guitar, will I be able to use the same hard-cover case for that guitar if it is shorter than 43" long? [...]

What should I do to take at home guitar lessons?

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

I want to learn how to play the guitar but I don’t want to take online lessons or to go to class with others. How do I get an instructor that will come to my house and give me lessons or get private lessons?
You could buy Guitar for Dummies.

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Is it possible to learn piano autodidact?

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

I am always interested in piano, but now I can only watch my friend playing with amazed. I feel that my fingers are stiff now because of my age. What I know from my friends who learn piano is they started to learn since they are kids. There is one grand piano in a hall [...]

When should children begin taking piano lessons?

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

My daughter just celebrated her 4th birthday. She has shown an apttitude for music and an interest in playing instruments, especially the piano. My wife took dance lessons as a child and I have sung with various musical groups all my life, but neither of us plays an instrument. When should we [...]