Category : Music : Society & Culture & Entertainment

Oldies Musicians Who Died in 2014

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Far too many of oldies music's greats -- the ones who made the music you love, even if you don't realize it -- have passed away unsung, the result of an industry that rewards celebrity, sometimes to the point of ignoring hard work and talent. Here's a day-by-day list of the rock, soul

Beat Boxing

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It has many influences. One influence stems from Indian tradition called "bol" (from the world "bolna," which means to speak). Indians would define syllables and create different rhythms corresponding to classical percussive instruments. A similar tradition in Ancient China was w

Definition of Jazz Music

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Proposing any definition for jazz can be a tricky business. Musicians and scholars generally agree on the common elements, such as the presence of melodic improvisation. But talk about the origins of specific sub-genres, and the effects of commercialism on jazz, and those same people will have fierc

How to Find Piano Notes

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How to find piano notes could be difficult if you are just beginning your piano training. Looking at all those keys on the piano could be scary at first, but you will get to know all the keys and notes that will help you be very successful. Don't be afraid.

How to Make Your Cymbals Black

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In the era of the hair-metal bands, the 1980s, flamboyant was an understatement for rock musicians. During this time, cymbal manufacturer Paiste produced a line of colored cymbals. Quality, however, was questionable and the line was discontinued. Today, cymbal manufacturers are again beginning to ex