Posts By: Jerry Evans

Commonly known for the film Halloween, John Carpenter discovered that he could create a scary effect through using electronic music. Using the money that he had, Carpenter improvised the music without the help of an orchestra or film composer. Instead, he traveled to an LA studio to meet up with Dan Wyman and they used… Read more »

Musicology is the study of music on a deeper level than study one aspect of music. It includes the study of performance, the philosophy of music, its structure, sociology and anthropology, and the history of music. Most people who choose this field of study strive to teach after performing rigorous research on the different topics… Read more »

Mobile phones and headphones go hand-in-hand (literally). People wear headphones everywhere; in the park, in the car, in their homes, on the plane. Chances are that anyone who owns a mobile device, also carries a pair of headphones with them. So who was the master mind behind this invention, does wearing headphones require an etiquette,… Read more »

Whether you are new to learning in kindergarten or have completed a masters degree, everyone has their own tricks with learning. Although adults may not have as much free time as children to learn an instrument, they are not incapable of learning how to play! For instance, taking as little as 15 minutes out of… Read more »

Carrying a unique history, the cello is a unique instrument that has undergone physical and melodic changes. Also known as the violoncelle (French), cello (German), or violincello the cello was classified as part of the violin family in the 13th century. The cello along with other string instruments were made with different types of wood… Read more »

You might have heard the title of the 1961 musical West Side Story by Leonard Bernstein as it’s renowned for many things like its iconic song “Maria”, or perhaps you have been in a production of it. If you are interested in the music theory side of things, this musical holds a significant amount of tri-tones…. Read more »

Vocal warmups can come in the form of breathing or vocal exercises to prepare your voice before performing a song. Warm ups take more than just opening your mouth to sing, but they engage your larynx and vocal chords. Just like with any physical activity or sport, it is important to perform light activity of… Read more »

During the past year of Covid & lockdowns, taking music lessons virtually online became a popular method of music construction. Knowing the benefits of staying at home while taking lessons can give you the motivation you need to keep learning. Here are some benefits of online instruction: 1. Having virtual lessons provides a convenience for the player that… Read more »

Whether you are an avid guitar player or you want to play, it can seem overwhelming when deciding which guitar to buy. Depending on where the wood came from and how it presents its sound, can help you make a decision. When researching guitars you might ask yourself: Why are acoustic guitars made out of… Read more »

Have you ever thought that you shouldn’t take music lessons because you didn’t make a mistake? Have you avoided playing music because you might play some weird sounding notes? Although it can be scary, musicians have to take risks sometimes and make mistakes. When working on a difficult piece of music or practicing a part… Read more »