Blogs for 'music theory'

exploring the male voice in teens and adults: understanding changes and building vocal strength

Whether you are a teen experiencing voice cracks when singing or an adult male looking to improve your voice, understanding these changes and learning to take care of your voice from the beginning is key.

why grade exams are important for music students?

There are certain musical boards like Trinity College of Music, Rock School London(RSL),  Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM), etc. which provide grade certificates in various disciplines like Guitar, Piano, Drums, Music theory, etc. based on some assessments.

how do you improve your sight reading?

Overcome your fear of sight reading and clear your doubts with these proven ways to improve sight reading.

beginner’s guide to understanding piano scales

For many beginner musicians, no matter how dedicated, the mention of the word 'scales' feels like a nightmare. But scales are highly valuable for students taking beginner piano lessons to the most seasoned professionals. 

decoding music for an effective practice session

Have you ever wondered how your favorite songs are put together? This article helps you decode music for an effective practice routine.

music lessons are important for personality development

We know music can bring us joy and calm. Music is an essential part of human life, and it's often said that music is the language of the soul. But did you know that learning an instrument or music has actually been proven to help shape the way we learn and can also play a pivotal factor in personality development? When children are first learning to play an instrument, it's not uncommon for them to get frustrated and even want to quit but perseverance is an important lesson for any child in any

music therapy: how learning an instrument can help you heal

Music therapy is defined as a therapeutic use of music and involves the therapist or client engaging in music. Music can be used to help heal from a variety of mental, physical, and emotional illnesses or disabilities, including addressing the effects of dementia, autism and depression. Traditionally, patients who suffer from mental health issues and chronic medical conditions such as cancer often rely on a treatment plan to get them back on their feet. Music therapy is one way in which they ca

is music education under rated?

In recent times, music education has been gaining importance on mental and emotional development of children and adults. This has been back with numerous researches and studies. In fact, Aristotle and Plato, believed that music has a very crucial impact on children. It is not about a hobby or pastime but the skills developed in music help in dealing with life situations of managing stress and emotions. The artistry in music is to evoke emotions through music. Remember, that doesn’t necessarily m

how can parents help student in music journey

High-achieving pupil musicians tend to have parents who laboriously support their child’s practice, especially during the early stages of instruction. For illustration, parents would either sit in on assignments and/ or laboriously seek regular feedback from their child’s music instructor. These parents also support their child’s practice with moral support, and, in some cases, provide direct supervision. Their involvement should be most apparent in the early stages of development when the child

why you should learn music: why it's important, and what you can do with it

Music is something that most people can appreciate in one way or another - whether it's for listening to, playing, or even just appreciating the talent behind it. However, many people never take the time to actually learn how to play an instrument and make music themselves, but are they missing out on anything?  Learning music is the best way to become more involved in the world of art. With it, you can get a better understanding of how instruments work, both for their own sake and for the sake

what is the ideal age for kids to start learning music?

What Is The Ideal Age For Kids To Start Learning Music? Music is a universal language. It binds people together, regardless of culture, where they were born, or how much money they make. Music has the power to heal us when we are in pain and smooth things over when we disagree with one another. Music is used to unite the global community and break down barriers in our world. Everyone can enjoy music, regardless of age. Even a baby is attracted to a sound without any sense of music. Everyone lo

how can you pursue music as a career post-12th grade ? the advantages and disadvantages.

How can you pursue music as a career post-12th grade? The advantages and disadvantages. After finishing a significant milestone in 12th grade, it is time to look for future career options. Choosing the perfect career option after the 12th is a rollercoaster ride. Different career options, unwanted career advice, career and whatnot. It is not surprising that diverse professions are experiencing a revolutionary progression in growth and change due to technology and the quickening of globalizatio

can music help your child overcome social phobia ?

Can music help your child overcome social phobia ? Is your child shy around people? Do you have to make a lot of effort to take your child on outings? You Are Not Alone!  It is worrisome to see your child having a difficult time making friends or expressing themselves in public. Every parent wants their child to mingle with their age group and enjoy their childhood well. Many children fight hard to communicate with others due to shyness and lack of self-confidence. Social awkwardness in chil

should my child continue music practice during school exams?

It's obviously a tough time with exam stress, the never-ending syllabus, and the looming anxiety. And you may be wondering whether your child should practice music during school exams. Well, these problems are exactly what makes practicing music all the more important around this time. There are several benefits to practicing music that can make this time easier for both you and your kid, but it’s crucial to strike a balance and ensure that your child doesn’t feel overburdened. Be open to comm

take your time back, breaking the cycle of mental load

Take Your Time Back, Breaking the Cycle of Mental Load “One winter afternoon, I thought about making myself some tea. On my way to the kitchen, I noticed the overfilled laundry bag sitting in a corner, judging us. So, I took the bag and put the clothes in the washing machine. We were running out of detergent, so I took my phone to add detergent to the list of things I needed to order. I also added some room freshener and mosquito repellent to the list. Since I was ordering stuff, I also began

3 ways to protect your vocal health

3 Ways to Protect Your Vocal Health Does your voice crack when you try to sing? Or, your voice doesn’t come out loud enough? Or worse, your throat hurts when you sing? If you are someone with similar issues, we’ve got you covered. Read on! There could be several reasons for this: Inadequate warm up and cool down As beginners, we are prone to make such mistakes, and even trained musicians sometimes end up rushing into the abhyas without proper warm up exercise. You wouldn’t start a workout w

the secret to learning music quickly & effectively

The Secret to Learning Music Quickly & Effectively Consistency is frustrating. But we all know that learning any new skill requires consistent efforts. There is a lot of talk around enjoying every moment of the learning process and having fun. But does it really work like that? Not in our experience. The learning graph is never linear, there are highs and lows, and with that comes motivation as well as frustration. But there’s a way out. Did you know that we can hack our learning process t

simple confidence hacks to overcome stage fright

You stand frozen, the microphone placed before you, waiting for you to begin. All eyes are fixed upon you, taking in your trembling legs and the fear on your face. Nervousness and anxiety is crushing you under its weight. Well, wait! If you experience this, trust us, you’re not alone. But the good news is that you don’t have to. We have some easy hacks that you can use to build confidence and perform with ease: Visualize Success You’re on the stage, you can see the beaming faces in the audien

how to choose the perfect songs for your voice?

Choosing the right songs for your voice is like finding the perfect puzzle piece. We all want to sound our best and captivate our audience, but it's not as easy as picking any song. As beginners, it’s difficult to identify the kind of songs that suit our voice. We often confuse the kind of songs we want to sing to be the kind of songs we sing well, but that is hardly the case. We practice more and more, trying to get better, with only minor progress…and thus, get demotivated and disheartened.