Jazz is an interesting and often intimidating genre for many beginning pianists to approach. The harmonies are generally more advanced, the rhythms are more syncopated, and the improvisatory nature of the music may be difficult for some students. However, learning jazz standards is a time-tested method of approaching jazz music on the piano. For beginner …
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Jazz is a genre that transcends time, culture, and geography. Its influence has rippled across every corner of the globe, evolving from smoky bars to performances in concert halls and mainstream media. At the center of this musical revolution are jazz pianists, visionary musicians who pushed the boundaries of rhythm, harmony, and improvisation. This article …
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Films about musicians and the music business have long captured the public imagination. In recent years, movies like “Elvis” and “Bohemian Rhapsody” have illuminated the personal struggles behind highly public music legends, a trend that shows no sign of slowing down, as movies about Bob Marley, Carole King, and Leonard Bernstein are all either in …
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For almost as long as popular music has been around, kids have dreamed about becoming famous musicians. It’s the dream for almost everyone who picks up a guitar or sits down at the piano. For a lot of learners, the challenge is that becoming a professional musician can feel like an impossible task if you …
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Music is a form of creative expression that is celebrated across borders and cultures. But the business side of music isn’t friendly to all creators. A wealth of evidence suggests that the music industry elevates men above other genders to an alarming degree. Skoove first explored this gender disparity in a report on …
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Experts agree that having a creative outlet is important for mental health. One recent study found that folks who had a creative hobby or pastime were likely to have higher levels of self-esteem, optimism, and an overall positive outlook on life. It also doesn’t seem to matter what that outlet is—writing poetry, making greeting cards, …
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Music is more than its emotive powers. Playing an instrument can bring unexpected physical and even health benefits, too. It’s great for cognitive health because it engages every part of the central nervous system, John Dani, chair of neuroscience at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine, told Penn Medicine News. He also noted …
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For almost as long as popular music has been around, kids have dreamed about becoming famous musicians. It’s the dream for almost everyone who picks up a guitar or sits down at the piano. For a lot of learners, the challenge is that becoming a professional musician can feel like an impossible task if you …
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On the Spotify music streaming platform, Johann Sebastian Bach has the same number of followers as the 1990s grunge band Soundgarden. The Belgian rapper Stromae shares the same number of streams as 77-year old country music legend Dolly Parton. What ties these artists together? What sets them apart? Skoove worked with the research experts at …
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In recent months, the focus on the role and potential for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the music industry has taken center stage. Whether in music production, composition, selection, or education, the possibilities of AI are being investigated at many levels, with the potential to completely redefine creativity and education in the process. Let’s take a …
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Aleatoric music refers to the compositional approaches and general philosophy of music that emerged primarily in the 20th century. The concept focuses mainly on chance and indeterminacy in music, liberating performers to interpret and improvise on partially composed structures. In this article, we delve into the origins, techniques, and significance of aleatoric music, shedding light …
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Music is often described as the universal language, capable of conveying emotions and feelings beyond the limitations of spoken words. In piano performance, this sentiment is particularly evident, as the pianist’s ability to express musical feeling can significantly impact the interpretation and delivery of a piece. The role of musical feeling in piano performance cannot …
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