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Manuel is a passionate, driven, and techsavvy AV technician, artist and music composer with over ten years of experience, specializing in the captivating world of music and entertainment. Manuel is an expert in creating soundtracks for short films, feature films and video games. How to Register and Order on My Film Music Orchestral Page

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Learn Guitar Fast and Easy

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Photo by Jorge Franganillo

Sing-alongs at the beach, under the stars, campfires, and barbecues, those magical summer nights – all of these experiences are enhanced by the soulful music of the guitar. Whether played with fingers or a pick, while sitting or standing, the guitar is considered one of the easiest musical instruments to learn and the most portable to carry around. If you have ever desired to play the guitar , regardless of the genre of music, from classical to jazz, here are some key tips to learn the guitar quickly and easily as your starting guitar lessons .

To play the guitar well, it is important to assume the correct posture. This will make playing easier and help prevent injuries. The guitar can be played while sitting or standing. When sitting, there are two basic positions: the classical position (with the guitar resting on your left leg) and the casual position (with the guitar resting on your right leg).

When playing the guitar while standing, securely fit the guitar strap over your shoulder, hold the guitar neck with your left hand, and rest your right hand over the guitar’s bridge. Find a comfortable position with your guitar; this will help …

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“Learn Guitar Fast and Easy”

How To Play Drums for Beginners!

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The drum instrument is one of the most widely used instruments in any music band . It is considered the heartbeat of the band as it provides the beats necessary to keep the song in tune with the rest of the instruments. If the beats don’t align properly, the performance can be quite poor. For many band players, especially beginners, playing the drums can be challenging as it …

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“How To Play Drums for Beginners!”

Saving Money Buying a Used Acoustic Guitar

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If you are considering saving money by purchasing a pre-owned acoustic guitar , there are important factors you should be aware of. While it is possible to save a significant amount of money by buying a used guitar, you can also risk wasting your money if you make the wrong choice.

For example, there are many pre-owned guitars available, but some of them may be in poor condition. If you want to save money but are not confident enough to choose a good guitar, it may be worth investing in a copy of the Blue Book for guitars. With luck, you may be able to find the make and model of the guitar you are interested in and access any ratings or reviews on it.

It is not advisable to spend more than $200 on a …

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This Mystique Regarding Electric guitar Solos

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The electric guitar continues to captivate music fans , even after all these years of being immersed in electric guitar music . Electric guitarists love exploring the various sounds they can create through different tone settings, effects, pickups, and techniques. The electric guitar’s tone is not solely determined by the wood it’s made of but also by the skill and inspiration of the guitarist. Let’s explore some electric guitar solos and the guitarists who brought them to life.

One notable guitarist is Erik, whose guitar playing can be found on various video platforms. An impressive solo by Erik called “Air Tap” showcases his talent. He received an acoustic guitar at the age of fourteen and taught himself to play by ear. As he learned and experimented with the guitar, he discovered the technique of placing the guitar on his lap and tapping the strings and body to create music. If you search for him online, you can find PDF files of his music and tutorials on his techniques.

Paco de Lucía introduced a new style of flamenco in the 1970s, incorporating oriental scales and jazz influences. His improvisation during a recording session resulted in the rumba track “Dos,” …

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“This Mystique Regarding Electric guitar Solos”

Learn To Play Drums on Your Own!

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So, you’ve just purchased your very first drum set kit and you want to learn how to play drums. Or maybe you don’t have your own drum set yet but still have the passion to learn drums. Don’t worry! You can still learn how to play drums by yourself with just two sticks and a practice pad. You also need the right resources to help you learn the instrument effectively. Learning to play drums is quite easy, and you may not even need a drum set when you’re just starting out.

Easy Ways to Learn to Play Drums!

The first thing you need to learn when playing the drums

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“Learn To Play Drums on Your Own!”