Making your own instruments is an incredible way to enjoy music! There are many ways to make musical equipment of all types, from making your very own flute to making your own guitar or bass. With technology constantly changing, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by everything you could possibly do with these tools. In this […]
The Holy Scriptures mention several different types of music, including songs to praise God for his work (“O Praise the Lord!”), prayers, and lamentations. When reading through the Bible, there are two things that you should look out for when finding these references of music. First, make sure your interpretation is appropriate. For instance, some […]
The use of Philippine indigenous instruments has been revitalized in recent years, especially among young musicians. These are not only to be heard as mere decorations or props for your song, but they have actually been integrated into the songs themselves! Many artists choose to include these musical tools in their repertoire to spread awareness […]
Music is one of the most powerful tools we have as humans. It can motivate, inspire, and influence others. When used correctly, it can create emotional responses that help people connect with each other and themselves. Music has always been an integral part of life. There are many theories about how music was the first […]
Making music is a passion for many people! It can be done at any stage of life, and has been around for centuries. The most well-known instruments in this category are the piano and violin. Both use pressed metal strings that are struck or vibrated by a hammer or bow tool, respectively. Other examples of […]
As we already mentioned, there are many different types of musical instruments that come from all over the world. Some make sounds for fun or to be entertaining to others, while other ones have special meanings and functions. With so many types of music making equipment, it can get confusing trying to figure out what […]
In this lesson, we are going to look at how the conductor arranges the instruments in an orchestra. The term “orchestral instrument” is often used interchangeably with the word “vocalist.” This isn’t quite right! There are five main types of orchestral instruments: brass, percussion, strings, woodwinds, and keyboards. A very important part of music theory […]
Over the past few decades, there has been a rise in educational toys that focus on teaching kids of all ages specific skills or concepts. These are typically referred to as learning tools or education products. Many of these toys promote hand-eye coordination, math skills, language acquisition, and more. Others teach about different topics such […]
Making music is a universal language that connects everyone across all cultures and generations. It is truly an art form that anyone can pick up if they are passionate about it. Many people have made a career out of creating new musical instruments and styles, so there are many ways to pursue this as a […]
Having to determine what kind of musician you want to be can sometimes feel like trying to classify an animal according to whether it is a dog, cat or horse. Musical instruments fall into one of five major categories depending on how they are constructed and what sounds they are able to produce. The most […]
