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Inspirational Musicians Who Learned Their Instrument Later in Life

In a world where prodigies often steal the spotlight, it’s easy to forget that learning an instrument is a journey that can begin at any age. Many people feel that if they haven’t picked up an instrument by their teens, it’s too late. However, numerous successful musicians have proven that passion and dedication can overcome […]

19 Tips for Instrumentalists Writing Their Own Songs

Writing your own songs as an instrumentalist can be a deeply rewarding experience, but it can also be challenging. Whether you’re a guitarist, pianist, violinist, or play any other instrument, the process of turning your musical ideas into complete songs requires creativity, discipline, and a few strategic approaches. Here are some helpful tips to guide […]

The Importance of Music Theory: My Story of Musical Frustration and Eventual Fluency

Music theory is often perceived as the academic side of music education, filled with abstract concepts and complex terminology. For most followers of popular music, and those learning instruments while doing so, music theory isn’t a consideration but rather something beyond their scope of understanding. It’s thought of as unimportant, or even worse – obsolete. […]