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What Is Alto Clef?

You might know treble and bass clefs, but what about alto? Some instruments produce a sound and have musical notes that do not fall within the tenor, treble, or bass clefs. The alto clef has notes that fall within the alto range. Here is a closer look...
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Characteristics of Medieval Music

Being the first documented and the longest classical era, medieval music has a distinct sound. As a matter of fact, there are five characteristics of medieval music that make it unique versus other periods. Some of which are still alive today, especially when referring to Gregorian chants.
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What Is Bass Clef?

The bass clef, otherwise known as the F clef, directs the player to play the note lower on the staff. In this article, we will discuss what bass clef is, why it exists, and what instrument reads this type of clef. We've also included tips about bass...
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What Is Tenor Clef?

Tenor clef is one of the most common types of musical notation. It's the fourth clef in order, and it tells you which notes get played by the tenor part of the choir. But, don't worry! It is the easiest to read because it has fewer lines...
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12 Famous Baroque Composers

The diverse music and rich history of the 150-year Baroque period wouldn't be the same without these skilled Baroque composers. Some names in our 12 most famous baroque music composers may even be familiar to you. Today, we're diving into their lives, famous works,...
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What Are the Different Classical Music Eras?

Music, the way it is today, has come a long way. The music progress can fit seven main periods from the last thousand years or so. Each of the classical music eras has something musically unique that sets it apart from the rest. 7...
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Top 16 Composers of the 20th Century

The top composer of 20th century brought classical music to new heights. How did they become musicians? What were their sources of inspiration, and how were they recognized for their achievements? Read on to learn more about fifteen of the greatest modern composers, exploring their backgrounds and...
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Top 12 Best Headphone Brands

Although all headphones have one purpose - to produce sound, they do not sound all the same. And, when it comes to sound, build quality, and value for money, these top 12 headphone brands are simply the best. Some even have integrated high-tech features to focus more...
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Mandolin Tuning Guide: How to Tune a Mandolin

Mandolin tuning takes time and requires finesse to narrow in on the correct pitch. Good thing there are different tuning methods to make your mandolin always in tune! One way is so easy that you'll be an mandolin tuning expert in no time.
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11 Best Singing Colleges for Aspiring Singers

One might think all it takes is charisma, natural singing talent, and a viral video to become a famous singer. The truth is, many world-renowned singers have years of experience, and some even have a degree. Good thing these 11 best singing colleges can set aspiring singers...
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