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Create Ambiance with Wall Art

by | Abstract Art

wall artMany interior designers agree that wall art is one of the most cost-effective ways to set the atmosphere of any room. With advancements in technology and the evolution of digital 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… , your options are vast and potentially just a few clicks away. Wall art can become the focal point of your interior design, but what basic guidelines should you follow when selecting art?

First and foremost, choose artwork that you genuinely love. You will live with the art piece for years, and you should feel the same joy each time you look at it. This may seem obvious, but sometimes people prioritize style over personal preference. Art should reflect you and the ambiance you want to create with your chosen piece.

Consider one or two of the boldest colors in the room’s décor and look for art that …

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“Create Ambiance with Wall Art”

Broken Chord Piano Technique: “What It is and How to Use It”

by | Music, Piano

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Ah, broken chords. The sound they produce, the cascading pattern of chordal notes, is simply gorgeous. There’s something undeniably captivating about it. And the best part is that this technique is one of the easiest to learn. All you need to do is have a chord under your fingers and be able to “break it up.”

So, what do I mean by “break it up”? You’ve probably heard of solid chords. This is when all the tones of the chord are played simultaneously. For example, if I play a C Major triad by pressing down all three keys at once, that’s a solid chord. However, if I play the individual notes of this chord one at a time, I get a broken chord.

Broken chords are frequently used in New Age piano music. There’s something incredibly appealing about playing the notes of a chord in a broken pattern. Perhaps it’s because it gives the piano a fuller sound, or maybe it’s simply because it sounds beautiful.

Now, let’s explore how we can create broken chords.

In the lesson “Reflections in Water,” we encounter four open position chords. These chords are perfect for “breaking up” because they are …

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“Broken Chord Piano Technique: “What It is and How to Use It””