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What Are Piano Keys Made Of?

What are piano keys made of? Well, the answer to this question is surprisingly not what you might think. The material that pianos are traditionally made out of was wood, but now most people make them out of plastic or metal. While the answer may come as...
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How to Learn and Play Bass Guitar Notes

If you recently picked up a bass guitar, you're more likely to run into confusing bass guitar notes. But don't fret! We've broken down a simple, easy-to-understand, step-by-step guide covering all the essentials and fundamentals. 1. Learn the String Names and Numbers
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Best Piano Concertos of All Time

As we all know, piano concertos are extremely popular all over the world. The beautiful melody of the piano accompanied by the orchestra can elicit grand emotions from audiences. While many piano concertos have been composed, we decided to compile a list of what we consider to be the...
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Top 30 Greatest Guitar Solos of All Time

A guitar solo represents a musician's passion and skill. It's essentially so much emotion released into an epic moment. The world is lucky enough to have witnessed countless of these moments. Which is why it was hard to narrow down the list of the GOAT guitar solos...
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Orchestra Instruments List

Orchestra instruments are divided into four main sections: string, brass, percussion, and woodwind. Each one is crucial to an orchestra's sound. And, our orchestra instruments list will give you a closer look to instruments played in symphony orchestras. String Instruments
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Nord Piano 4 Review

We’ve all seen them. I’m talking about the distinct red keyboards that Nord produces. These revered keyboards have become a gold standard in the music and keyboard industry. They always seem to be in studios, stadiums, and practice spaces. If you’ve ever wondered why they are so special, you’re...
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10 Famous Ukulele Players That Made Uke Popular

The ukulele's charming and relaxing sound has entertained people worldwide and produced many famous ukulele players. One song featuring a uke even reached the Billboard Hot 100 charts and stayed there for a record 76 weeks. Let's find out who they are and what they have contributed...
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Guitalele Tuning Guide

The guitalele might look like a lovechild of a guitar and ukulele, but it's not intimidating at all. It's easy to learn and much easier to carry than a regular guitar! But, how do you tune this adorable string instrument? The answer might surprise you! Here's everything...
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How Many Octaves Does a Piano Have?

A piano is a beautiful instrument that people have enjoyed for centuries. Throughout history, the standard number of keys has changed. Though many pianos vary in key quantity, most of them have a set number. You may have wondered, "How many octaves does a piano have?" This article will...
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Classical Guitar Songs for Beginners (With Video Tutorial!)

Want to master playing a classic guitar? Start with these classical guitar songs for beginners. They have repetitive patterns, easy-to-remember plucking, and smooth transitions. We've even included a video tutorial so you can get started right away! Andantino in G by Ferdinando Carulli
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