by Manuel Marino | Music
Imagine a world without music. It would be so quiet, and the world would feel devoid of life, hardly worth living. Music is the form of expression for our emotions, a way to entertain ourselves. It is our constant companion throughout life’s journey, providing a soundtrack to special moments. Music has the power to calm our nerves, relax our tense moods, and help us reflect and find clarity amidst distractions.
Among the many musical instruments, the piano holds a special place in the hearts of people. The beautiful melodies produced by the black and white keys captivate us. The enchanting music that resonates from the piano encourages and inspires us to learn. Seeing a piano in the corner of our room entices us to place our fingers on the keys and create music that brings tranquility to our ears.
However, before embarking on this musical journey, there are several factors to consider. To learn to play the piano, one must find the right lessons. It is important to choose a reputable music school or a skilled teacher who can provide quality instruction.
Fortunately, piano lessons are now available in the online world. Online piano classes have been created to meet … ...Read the rest.
“Getting Online Piano Lessons”
by Manuel Marino | Music
Mastering Music Production - Improve Your Sound - The rise in popularity of work-from-home studios has significantly impacted the music production landscape in recent years, driven by the increasing availability of tools and technology. This growth has led to the emergence of mobile recording rigs, making it possible to record full band performances anywhere. While one might anticipate a wealth of high-quality music,… lead guitar typically requires years of formal lessons, which can be expensive. However, there is now an alternative available! Online guitar solo Acoustic Guitar vs Electric Guitar: The Power of Solo Performances - In the world of music, the acoustic guitar stands as an emblem of versatility, with its diverse manifestations including the acoustic and electric variants. The contrasting characteristics of these two types allows for distinctive musical possibilities, often determining the ambiance of a musical event, such as a laid-back evening in a pub. BUY ON AMAZON… lessons, created by professional guitarists and qualified instructors, provide comprehensive guides for learning lead guitar. These lessons are a cost-effective alternative to private instruction.
Packed with over 40 video lessons, these guitar solo courses are designed to help beginners learn lead guitar the right way. You will be taught proper technique from day one, avoiding the development of bad habits that musicians often struggle with. The lessons cover everything from basic techniques like hammer-ons, pull-offs, and slides, to more advanced skills.
When seeking an online guitar solo instructor, look for someone who is a seasoned performer, having played in front of large audiences. Find someone with the ability to teach and the added experience of touring with a band. While it may be challenging to find an instructor with extensive experience and knowledge of musical theory, they do exist!
With high-quality guitar solo lessons, you will not only learn lead guitar but also develop the ability to play by ear. Playing by ear is one of the most important skills you can acquire as a lead guitarist. … ...Read the rest.
“Learn Lead Guitar: Guitar Solo Lessons”
by Manuel Marino | Music, Technology
Drums are traditionally made from animal hide, which resembles a fine fabric. The hide is stretched over a hollow cylindrical box, and when struck, it produces a sound based on the size of the cylinder. There are various types of drums, including snare drums, bass drums, floor toms, rack toms, and cymbals. Essential components for a drummer include sticks, drumheads, stands, and pedals.
In modern times, drums have been modernized with electronic and digital drum kits, offering a wide range of sounds and the convenience of a single plate that contains an entire set of drums. These kits can range from two drums to twenty drums, commonly available in three, four, five, or eight-piece sets. Additional accessories may include chimes, cowbells, triangles, brushes, and mallets.
Each drum in a kit serves a different purpose. The snare drum can produce a sharp or soft sound, depending on whether it is struck with a drumstick or a brush. The bass drum, played with a pedal, provides a deep, low note. Drumsticks are used to strike the drums, creating vibrations that produce sound. Different types of drumheads can alter the sound produced. Tom drums are often used to create a rock impact in … ...Read the rest.
“Drum Sets”
by Manuel Marino | Arts, Music, People
Ceri Shaw suggested me an interview from our friends at Americymru. So here’s this beautiful interview with Dr. Karl Jenkins (I include also the link to their ticket giveaway competition for his performance at Carnegie Hall NY on March 6th 2010).
A Beautiful Interview
Dr. Karl Jenkins is Britain’s greatest and most versatile living composer, the author of an ocean of amazing and exalting music unlimited by genre, style or instrument. He holds a doctorate of musicology from the University of Wales and the Royal Academy of Music London B52 - Wade Crawley is back with a great B52 concert review! If you remember, Wade wrote for us Punk music in the late seventies. Now read his new exclusive article for ManuelMarino.com! The B52’s, London Roundhouse It was on a hot and very sweaty summer night in London’s trendy Camden and a packed audience of all… . His many awards include several fellowships at various universities and an OBE (Order of the British Empire) for “services to music.” He has composed for jazz bands, orchestra and voice, for advertising, film, and live performance.
Dr. Jenkins is a native of the village of Penclawdd in the Gower peninsula, where his … ...Read the rest.
“A Beautiful Interview”
by Manuel Marino | Music, Site News
Many asked me to write a post about the Music Pages I’ve got in my websites, so you can easily Listen to Music Online 🙂
Ok, let’s start then.
Listen to Music Online
The first page is the Music Demos page here at ManuelMarino.com.
You can find it also in the top bar, title is of course Listen to Music Online.
In this page I’ve collected the latest tracks I’ve produced in 2009, mainly orchestral and film music How to Register and Order on My Film Music Orchestral Page - When you open my Film Music Orchestral page, if you are not registered on Fiverr, a pop-up will appear. You will need to choose how to register. It's very simple and takes just a few seconds. This is what will appear: After registering, the pop-up will disappear, and you will see this: From this page… , but there is also Astronauts and Funk Music whis is a mix of different styles, from choral to jazz, pop and funk.
Still want to listen to the music online? There is my new Official page at Manuel Marino Official, with mp3 demos and excerpts from games soundtracks I created.
You can … ...Read the rest.
“Listen to Music Online”
by Manuel Marino | Music, Reviews, Technology
Have FOR FREE Manuel’s Guide!!
Since 21 August 2012 the guide is free for everyone!
I’ve just released my ebook (PDF document) about Audio Mastering. I wrote it after receiving hundreds requests from my musicians friends. You can find many guides on the net and at your preferred bookstore. But what beginners really need are few tips, to understand the basics, not huge tomes with neverending technical data.
Very Simple Audio Mastering Guide
So I had this idea to write a “very simple” guide, and, I must say, it is really simple, anyone can begin mastering Music Production - Improve Your Sound - The rise in popularity of work-from-home studios has significantly impacted the music production landscape in recent years, driven by the increasing availability of tools and technology. This growth has led to the emergence of mobile recording rigs, making it possible to record full band performances anywhere. While one might anticipate a wealth of high-quality music,… with some success after reading it. I give also a couple of “tricks” so you can begin really soon to obtain a professional quality master. Of course this will not make you a mastering wizard, I’m in this field since 1998 and I continue to study… (yes, those famous tomes! heh). But I’m sure your music tracks will be much better and I really hope you’ll send me positive emails about the book!
The price of this document is 0 dollars only!!!! this is why the main purpose of writing it was helping my friends and of course helping you, the … ...Read the rest.
“Very Simple Audio Mastering Guide”
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