by Manuel Marino | Guitar, Music
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If you’re a music lover, then you’re probably familiar with the legendary American guitarist, singer, and songwriter, Jimi Hendrix. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest guitarists of all time and has influenced numerous aspiring musicians with his groundbreaking music. Although he started his career in England, it wasn’t until his performance at the Monterey Festival in 1967 that he gained international recognition. Hendrix went on to headline the iconic 1969 Woodstock Festival, where his unique style of playing, incorporating guitar feedback and overdriven amplifiers, transformed an unconventional sound into a highly popular form of music. His guitar of choice was the Fender ’60s Reverse Headstock Stratocaster.
Another extraordinary artist is Jimmy Page from England, who is not only a guitarist but also a composer and record producer. Page began his career as a studio guitarist before joining the Yardbirds, a band that played from 1966 to 1968. He later formed one of the greatest and most influential English rock bands, Led Zeppelin. In the history of rock, Jimmy Page is considered a legend in his own right as a guitarist and songwriter. He was ranked the 9th greatest guitarist of all time. Page’s guitars … ...Read the rest.
“A Look At Famous Guitarists and Their Guitars – Guitar Players”
by Manuel Marino | Piano, Product Reviews
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Are you in search of a truly remarkable Roland digital piano to enhance your playing experience? Whether you already have a keyboard at home and wish to upgrade to something more advanced, or you simply want to treat yourself or a loved one to a truly special and luxurious instrument, the Roland digital interactive piano is a step above the rest.
This high-quality digital piano, crafted by a world-renowned manufacturer, offers an additional dimension with its interactive features. With this instrument, you can learn to play and have fun with music simultaneously. It successfully brings the piano into the digital age, and many families find that this particular Roland digital piano model is perfect for their children to learn on.
The recently upgraded Roland HPi7 interactive piano surpasses its predecessor, the HPi6. It features a larger screen with a resolution of 640 x 240 pixels, making it easier to follow the “Digiscore” function. It also introduces a new “Wonderland” feature, which allows you to follow graphic piano lessons How To Discover Piano - Sometimes in life, we regret not pursuing hobbies or interests we once enjoyed. I know I regret not continuing to play football … ...Read the rest.
“Review of the Roland HPi7 Digital Piano”
by Manuel Marino | Audio, Technology
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A cellular phone, a music player, a handheld radio…? Sounds a bit bulky, doesn’t it? With today’s smart mobile devices and handy apps, you can take your music and conversations anywhere you go! If you love your Android mobile phone and you love your music, you might want to check out these five music apps:
- Pandora Radio by Pandora
Pandora is a free streaming radio station that you create. Simply enter your favorite artist, track, or classical composer, and Pandora will play the music you select and provide you with similar music to expand your tastes. You can further refine your preferences by clicking “like” or “dislike” for each track that comes up.
- Rhapsody by Rhapsody
With a subscription to Rhapsody, you can quickly access and listen to any track. You can virtually listen to anything and everything in the catalog whenever you want.
- Shazam by Shazam Entertainment Limited
If you have ever heard a track and wished you knew who it was, then you’ll love Shazam. Let Shazam listen to the track, and it will not only give you the title and artist but also allow you to download the track instantly. Other … ...Read the rest.
“Top 5 Android Music Apps”
by Manuel Marino | Movies, Music
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With tight budgets and limited resources, independent movie creators often struggle to bring their vision to the big screen. In the United States, there are numerous film festivals held annually, providing a platform for aspiring producers and directors to showcase their work. However, amidst the challenges of hiring a cast and crew and ensuring high-quality equipment for lighting and photography The value of photographic prints - Stephan R. Lewis is a professional photographer. He accepted to share his knowledge with us, with this exclusive article. The value of photographic prints I have been in the photo industry trenches for a long time and have watched many things come and go in popularity. When I say 'trenches' I mean not the glamour… , the film score often becomes an afterthought. Writers invest significant time and effort not only in developing their stories but also in finding the perfect cast and crew to bring their visions to life.
As the words on paper transition to the cinematic experience, the final creation should appeal to our emotions, stimulate our thoughts, challenge or support our values, and excite all five of our senses. Through the actors, lighting, photography The value of photographic prints - Stephan R. Lewis is a professional photographer. He accepted to share his knowledge with us, with this exclusive article. The value of photographic prints I have been in the photo industry trenches for a long time and have watched many things come and go in popularity. When I say 'trenches' I mean not the glamour… , and even special … ...Read the rest.
“Music For Independent Films – Why Your Film Score Shouldn’t Fall Short”
by Manuel Marino | Music
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In the past, writing with pencil and paper was the only available method for composers, and it was considered the norm. However, even in today’s modern technological era, some composers, especially those born before 1940, still prefer and choose to write using this traditional approach, despite the advancements in contemporary technology. Why would someone forego the tools of the 21st century in favor of the rudimentary pencil and paper method?
Often, a piece of music is imagined internally within a composer’s mind. Sitting down at an instrument like a guitar or piano can actually be a distraction from what they are hearing internally. The main advantage of composing with pencil and paper is the ability to focus on the musical vision without being sidetracked. It allows one to remain in a meditative state and concentrate on listening intently, capturing what they hear. Pencil and paper-based composition doesn’t impose any predefined sound suggestions, allowing the composer to create the music as it naturally comes to them, without being influenced by the sound produced by an instrument. Sometimes, playing a melody on a piano or keyboard can divert the composer’s attention, causing them to lose sight of the overall … ...Read the rest.
“Composing With Pencil and Paper”
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