Couldn't find a proper video for this song and know nothing about the band e.g. is the singer's name Emma? Let's call her Emma for now. Although I'm not a fan of any folk-influenced music, I find this song thoroughly charming and engaging. 'Emma' has a wonderfully polished, exquisite voice and is going to do very well if this song represents the overall quality of her work. It is rare indeed to find a single which barely reaches the 2 minute mark (1.50) but I always think it's a promising sign if an artist or band is brave enough to offer such a tantalizingly brief example. It usually indicates an unusual depth of talent.
Thursday, 30 September 2010
Music Contracts
Whether you are a newbie to the music industry or a seasoned professional, you are going to run across music contracts, no matter what! Record companies, managers, agents, songwriters, musicians, bands, independent artists, producers, directors will all have to deal with music business contracts at one time or another, you can count on it. The only question is, will you be prepared.
Let's say you have decided to start your own record label. You must already know that recording contracts are going to play a huge role in your day-to-day business. But the bottom line is that lawyers are extremely expensive so you may not be able to run to them to write every single legal document you need. What do you do about this?
Maybe you are an independent artist, just starting out, trying to get signed. The available cash just isn't there! There is no way you could hire a legal team to protect yourself let alone even one lawyer to review your music contracts. You are not alone and there is something you can do about this.
You don't have to be put in a tough situation like the ones above. It is true, having a lawyer on the side is a great idea but the hourly rate is sky high. So, cut your costs were you can, you know? Since everyone in the music industry is going to have to deal with music business contracts, you need a plan.
Don't worry, your plan does not have to involve you going to law school or business school. All you have to do is purchase some music business contracts templates. Yes, it is as simple as 1-2-3. This way you don't leave anything out, you are free to edit it to your liking and you display professionalism to every person you come in contact with. You can't go wrong here. You don't need fancy lawyer's that charge hundreds of dollars an hour. But you do need to be prepared for any situation that may arise in the music world. The music industry is tougher than nails and you have to have a thick skin and a plan no matter what role you are trying to play.
Music business contracts, recording contracts and music contracts can get confusing and complicated if you don't have a plan. Acquire these templates so that they can be your guide to creating contracts and using them to protect yourself, your music, your company, your job, whatever! Don't look like an amature and don't get taken advantage of in this industry.
Let's say you have decided to start your own record label. You must already know that recording contracts are going to play a huge role in your day-to-day business. But the bottom line is that lawyers are extremely expensive so you may not be able to run to them to write every single legal document you need. What do you do about this?
Maybe you are an independent artist, just starting out, trying to get signed. The available cash just isn't there! There is no way you could hire a legal team to protect yourself let alone even one lawyer to review your music contracts. You are not alone and there is something you can do about this.
You don't have to be put in a tough situation like the ones above. It is true, having a lawyer on the side is a great idea but the hourly rate is sky high. So, cut your costs were you can, you know? Since everyone in the music industry is going to have to deal with music business contracts, you need a plan.
Don't worry, your plan does not have to involve you going to law school or business school. All you have to do is purchase some music business contracts templates. Yes, it is as simple as 1-2-3. This way you don't leave anything out, you are free to edit it to your liking and you display professionalism to every person you come in contact with. You can't go wrong here. You don't need fancy lawyer's that charge hundreds of dollars an hour. But you do need to be prepared for any situation that may arise in the music world. The music industry is tougher than nails and you have to have a thick skin and a plan no matter what role you are trying to play.
Music business contracts, recording contracts and music contracts can get confusing and complicated if you don't have a plan. Acquire these templates so that they can be your guide to creating contracts and using them to protect yourself, your music, your company, your job, whatever! Don't look like an amature and don't get taken advantage of in this industry.
Austin: The City of Live Music
Anyone who lives in Austin knows why the city council adopted the slogan “live music capital of the world” in 1991. For those just visiting, the city offers many opportunities to find out.
The famed music scene of Austin began in the 60s and 70s at the Vulcan Gas Company. Musicians played country music here to crowds of loud and enthusiastic fans. Willie Nelson moved to Austin in 1965 and kick started his career in front of these audiences. He went on to become one of the most successful country music artists of all time. Not long after, the Vulcan Gas Company became known as the Armadillo World Headquarters, or just The Armadillo, and Austin’s music really took off.
As the music scene grew more popular, Austin gained a reputation for welcoming struggling artists. Bands and singers knew they would find receptive audiences at numerous informal establishments and the type of music played expanded to include jazz, blues, rock and roll, and everything in between.
The music scene in Austin has fostered the career of many now famous musicians. Perhaps the most legendary, Stevie Ray Vaughan is one of the most influential blues guitarists in the world. He first played at Antone’s, the club founded by his mentor and record producer, Clifford Antone.
Television and annual festivals have helped Austin develop into the live music capital. The show Austin City Limits first aired on PBS in 1975. The live music experience showcased the variety of artists heard in Austin and helped significantly to grow the city’s music reputation. Almost every kind of music imaginable can be heard at the three day Austin City Limits Music Festival held every September. Since its inception in 2002, it has become one of the premier music festivals in the country.
The Sixth Street area of downtown Austin houses the largest collection of live music venues and is the location of the South by Southwest Festival. SXSW, as it is known, is a music and film festival that has generated more revenue than even the Texas Longhorn’s home games.
Certainly, the times of year that coincide with the music festivals are the most exciting for fans of live music. At any other time of year, tourists may be disappointed with the atmosphere of the famed Sixth Street area. Several of the original, small music venues have closed and in their place are more profitable bars and clubs.
While some may believe the eclectic, small feel of Austin’s music scene is waning, others still revel in the live entertainment.
The famed music scene of Austin began in the 60s and 70s at the Vulcan Gas Company. Musicians played country music here to crowds of loud and enthusiastic fans. Willie Nelson moved to Austin in 1965 and kick started his career in front of these audiences. He went on to become one of the most successful country music artists of all time. Not long after, the Vulcan Gas Company became known as the Armadillo World Headquarters, or just The Armadillo, and Austin’s music really took off.
As the music scene grew more popular, Austin gained a reputation for welcoming struggling artists. Bands and singers knew they would find receptive audiences at numerous informal establishments and the type of music played expanded to include jazz, blues, rock and roll, and everything in between.
The music scene in Austin has fostered the career of many now famous musicians. Perhaps the most legendary, Stevie Ray Vaughan is one of the most influential blues guitarists in the world. He first played at Antone’s, the club founded by his mentor and record producer, Clifford Antone.
Television and annual festivals have helped Austin develop into the live music capital. The show Austin City Limits first aired on PBS in 1975. The live music experience showcased the variety of artists heard in Austin and helped significantly to grow the city’s music reputation. Almost every kind of music imaginable can be heard at the three day Austin City Limits Music Festival held every September. Since its inception in 2002, it has become one of the premier music festivals in the country.
The Sixth Street area of downtown Austin houses the largest collection of live music venues and is the location of the South by Southwest Festival. SXSW, as it is known, is a music and film festival that has generated more revenue than even the Texas Longhorn’s home games.
Certainly, the times of year that coincide with the music festivals are the most exciting for fans of live music. At any other time of year, tourists may be disappointed with the atmosphere of the famed Sixth Street area. Several of the original, small music venues have closed and in their place are more profitable bars and clubs.
While some may believe the eclectic, small feel of Austin’s music scene is waning, others still revel in the live entertainment.
A Look at the Music of Scotland
The unique music of Scotland is easily recognized around the world and has remained a vibrant force to this day while many forms of traditional music worldwide have experienced a loss of popularity to pop music. Even with emigration and the influx of music imported from the rest of Europe and the United States, the music of Scotland has been able to keep the majority of its traditional structure and has even influenced many other forms of music.
Traditional Scottish music even while influential to and being influenced by both Irish and English traditional music is still an art form unto itself and in spite of the increasing popularity of varied international pop music styles it remains a vital and everlasting Scottish tradition. There are numerous Scottish record labels and music festivals as well as Scottish music magazines.
Although many people in the world think immediately of bagpipes when thinking about Scottish music, bagpipes are not unique or indigenous to Scotland. Don't get me wrong, bagpipes are a very important part of Scottish music tradition but they were actually imported into Scotland around the 15th century from other areas in Europe where they are still played.
The p?ob m?r, or Great Highland Bagpipe, is the most distinctively Scottish form of the instrument; it was created for clan pipers to be used for various, often military or marching, purposes. Piping clans included the MacArthurs, MacDonalds, McKays and, especially, the MacCrimmons, who were hereditary pipers to the Clan MacLeod.
In modern times bagpipes have even found there way into many songs in pop music with rockers like Rod Stewart who was extremely popular in the late 1970's and 80's. He used bagpipes in many of his popular songs. Another more recent artist whose Celtic music has been well received is Enya.
If you haven't explored this beautiful music form I urge you to do so. Scottish music and in particular the Celtic Music of Enya can be very soothing and stress relieving.
Traditional Scottish music even while influential to and being influenced by both Irish and English traditional music is still an art form unto itself and in spite of the increasing popularity of varied international pop music styles it remains a vital and everlasting Scottish tradition. There are numerous Scottish record labels and music festivals as well as Scottish music magazines.
Although many people in the world think immediately of bagpipes when thinking about Scottish music, bagpipes are not unique or indigenous to Scotland. Don't get me wrong, bagpipes are a very important part of Scottish music tradition but they were actually imported into Scotland around the 15th century from other areas in Europe where they are still played.
The p?ob m?r, or Great Highland Bagpipe, is the most distinctively Scottish form of the instrument; it was created for clan pipers to be used for various, often military or marching, purposes. Piping clans included the MacArthurs, MacDonalds, McKays and, especially, the MacCrimmons, who were hereditary pipers to the Clan MacLeod.
In modern times bagpipes have even found there way into many songs in pop music with rockers like Rod Stewart who was extremely popular in the late 1970's and 80's. He used bagpipes in many of his popular songs. Another more recent artist whose Celtic music has been well received is Enya.
If you haven't explored this beautiful music form I urge you to do so. Scottish music and in particular the Celtic Music of Enya can be very soothing and stress relieving.
Adult Music Students
Music Teachers Resources: How to Handle Adult Students
Author: Music Teacher
Music teachers should learn how to deal with students of all ages; otherwise, they might not be as effective as they could be. Hence, they must give time to read some music teachers resources and tips that are readily available online. Although there are many who specialize in teaching younger students, some still prefer to handle adult students for some reasons. Generally speaking, adult students have vast experiences and knowledge about a variety of things and issues. These advantages provide a private music studio, a new horizon and window to the world outside. Also, these bring a more pleasurable atmosphere, not only to the class but to the music teachers as well. Exchanging insights and experiences related to the lessons that are certainly important to learning music can be a very good music teaching strategy. Adult students may vary from one another. Some may just be beginners, while others may only want to increase their knowledge on their preferred instrument. On the other hand, there are some who may already have expertise in playing other musical instruments. Just like young students, adults can be fast learners. However, there are some of them who may need much time and effort before they can adopt and understand. Thus, most music teaching resources and tips advise that teachers must also learn how to listen to their adult students’ inquiries and suggestions. Further, music teachers must learn how to assess the skills of each of their students and devise the suitable lesson plans for them. Indeed, adults usually have stronger motivation to learn. They are likewise more inclined to follow the outlined practice schedule. However, they are more articulate and vocal with their concerns, so music teachers should better prepare prompt response. Just a piece of advice: do not try to compare their skills and learning capacity with other students because most adults have greater tendency to be anxious. Instead, try to cite their previous accomplishments and learn how to recognize, appreciate and acknowledge their good efforts. This technique can boost their eagerness to learn and somehow make them aware that you commend their achievements. In addition, music teachers should give their students an active participation in choosing what type of music they prefer to learn and use in practicing. Practice pieces must be enjoyable and pleasing to their adult students. Or else, they may have lesser motivation to learn and rehearse. Lessons, resources and tips in teaching music to children and adult students are basically similar. They only differ in the stages of learning: children are more into the developmental stage while adults are more into the integral aspect of learning. Are you looking for more reliable music teachers resources and tips? Visit this music teachers website. Realities and Realizations
Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/music-articles/music-teachers-resources-how-to-handle-adult-students-767321.html
About the AuthorEarl Marsden started developing a passion for music at the early age of twelve. He first learned to play the guitar at thirteen, and from there he pursued the study other instruments including the violin, piano and flute. Currently, he devotes some of his spare time to writing articles about music teaching while managing his own music studio.
Author: Music Teacher
Music teachers should learn how to deal with students of all ages; otherwise, they might not be as effective as they could be. Hence, they must give time to read some music teachers resources and tips that are readily available online. Although there are many who specialize in teaching younger students, some still prefer to handle adult students for some reasons. Generally speaking, adult students have vast experiences and knowledge about a variety of things and issues. These advantages provide a private music studio, a new horizon and window to the world outside. Also, these bring a more pleasurable atmosphere, not only to the class but to the music teachers as well. Exchanging insights and experiences related to the lessons that are certainly important to learning music can be a very good music teaching strategy. Adult students may vary from one another. Some may just be beginners, while others may only want to increase their knowledge on their preferred instrument. On the other hand, there are some who may already have expertise in playing other musical instruments. Just like young students, adults can be fast learners. However, there are some of them who may need much time and effort before they can adopt and understand. Thus, most music teaching resources and tips advise that teachers must also learn how to listen to their adult students’ inquiries and suggestions. Further, music teachers must learn how to assess the skills of each of their students and devise the suitable lesson plans for them. Indeed, adults usually have stronger motivation to learn. They are likewise more inclined to follow the outlined practice schedule. However, they are more articulate and vocal with their concerns, so music teachers should better prepare prompt response. Just a piece of advice: do not try to compare their skills and learning capacity with other students because most adults have greater tendency to be anxious. Instead, try to cite their previous accomplishments and learn how to recognize, appreciate and acknowledge their good efforts. This technique can boost their eagerness to learn and somehow make them aware that you commend their achievements. In addition, music teachers should give their students an active participation in choosing what type of music they prefer to learn and use in practicing. Practice pieces must be enjoyable and pleasing to their adult students. Or else, they may have lesser motivation to learn and rehearse. Lessons, resources and tips in teaching music to children and adult students are basically similar. They only differ in the stages of learning: children are more into the developmental stage while adults are more into the integral aspect of learning. Are you looking for more reliable music teachers resources and tips? Visit this music teachers website. Realities and Realizations
Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/music-articles/music-teachers-resources-how-to-handle-adult-students-767321.html
About the AuthorEarl Marsden started developing a passion for music at the early age of twelve. He first learned to play the guitar at thirteen, and from there he pursued the study other instruments including the violin, piano and flute. Currently, he devotes some of his spare time to writing articles about music teaching while managing his own music studio.
Tuesday, 7 September 2010
Olly Murs: Please Don't Let Me Go
The power of the TV show 'X factor' once more reveals itself as this single shoots in straight in at no 1 on the UK chart. Olly Murs apparently didn't win but I would think, if anything, that goes in his favour rather than against.
Whoever wrote this forgettable song seems to have listened to the entire works of Bob Marley, then cut and pasted a bunch of stolen riffs together- the end result being 'Please Don't Let me Go'. Olly even sounds a bit like Bob, tho Bob was the original article and had what is commonly known as 'soul' in his voice.
I suspect that Olly Murs will suffer the fate of the vast majority of X factor contestants and sink back into oblivion before too long. Shame.
Whoever wrote this forgettable song seems to have listened to the entire works of Bob Marley, then cut and pasted a bunch of stolen riffs together- the end result being 'Please Don't Let me Go'. Olly even sounds a bit like Bob, tho Bob was the original article and had what is commonly known as 'soul' in his voice.
I suspect that Olly Murs will suffer the fate of the vast majority of X factor contestants and sink back into oblivion before too long. Shame.
The Role of Media in Music Teaching
The Role of Media in Music Teaching
Author: Music Teacher
Media and arts influence our society in ways we are often not aware of. Growing up surrounded by television, radio, and movies, we often take the images and information they present for granted. Do you ever stop to think about how your interests have been shaped by what you see and hear through electronic media? Have you ever pondered on how your taste in music or arts developed? Now, more than ever, the possibility of finding almost any information we are researching for is in media. Various sources such as newspaper, radio, television, Internet, and many others, are available almost anywhere. Different forms of media, indeed, have become a part of everyone’s life. They shape and sometimes dictate or dominate our culture and interests. The mass media is undeniably of great impact to the society as it instills information in our minds that we use in our daily living. Mass media has different roles in the society. One of these is its substantial role in the music industry. How do people become interested in music? What makes them sing or become interested in playing musical instruments? The answers to the questions mentioned rely to role the media plays in the music scene. Music is heard through the radio; thus, it triggers the music interests of its listeners. Have you watched any television programs that involve competitors aiming for a singing title or a television singing program that shows the training of the contenders? Television programs like what I have mentioned are usual these days. We expect music to be played only in the radio but with media around, proliferation of music through television and the Internet (singing competitions, music videos, etc.) are also possible. Having said much of the possibilities that the media can bring to people, it largely contributes to the music teaching aspect of the industry. Media instruments, such as those mentioned earlier, are highly considered as music teacher resources for it supplies them information regarding music. There are television programs that show trainings and rehearsals of the candidates. Through this, they can share to the viewers the different techniques of developing their singing talents. Few of these techniques that I have watched are the facial exercises done before the proper singing so as to relax the muscles that affect voice belting. Maintaining proper posture and body alignment while singing are also observed. Air supply is very important to reach low and high notes, and many others. In general, music teacher resources can mostly be found through media in the form of visuals and audios. Other music teacher resources include personal encounters of music teachers during their classes, and those that are not in media forms. Learn great facts and tips about music teaching; log on to our Music Teachers Blog.
Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/music-articles/the-role-of-media-in-music-teaching-730114.html
About the AuthorEarl Marsden started developing a passion for music at the early age of twelve. He first learned to play the guitar at thirteen, and from there he pursued the study other instruments including the violin, piano and flute. Currently, he devotes some of his spare time to writing articles about music teaching while managing his own music studio.
Author: Music Teacher
Media and arts influence our society in ways we are often not aware of. Growing up surrounded by television, radio, and movies, we often take the images and information they present for granted. Do you ever stop to think about how your interests have been shaped by what you see and hear through electronic media? Have you ever pondered on how your taste in music or arts developed? Now, more than ever, the possibility of finding almost any information we are researching for is in media. Various sources such as newspaper, radio, television, Internet, and many others, are available almost anywhere. Different forms of media, indeed, have become a part of everyone’s life. They shape and sometimes dictate or dominate our culture and interests. The mass media is undeniably of great impact to the society as it instills information in our minds that we use in our daily living. Mass media has different roles in the society. One of these is its substantial role in the music industry. How do people become interested in music? What makes them sing or become interested in playing musical instruments? The answers to the questions mentioned rely to role the media plays in the music scene. Music is heard through the radio; thus, it triggers the music interests of its listeners. Have you watched any television programs that involve competitors aiming for a singing title or a television singing program that shows the training of the contenders? Television programs like what I have mentioned are usual these days. We expect music to be played only in the radio but with media around, proliferation of music through television and the Internet (singing competitions, music videos, etc.) are also possible. Having said much of the possibilities that the media can bring to people, it largely contributes to the music teaching aspect of the industry. Media instruments, such as those mentioned earlier, are highly considered as music teacher resources for it supplies them information regarding music. There are television programs that show trainings and rehearsals of the candidates. Through this, they can share to the viewers the different techniques of developing their singing talents. Few of these techniques that I have watched are the facial exercises done before the proper singing so as to relax the muscles that affect voice belting. Maintaining proper posture and body alignment while singing are also observed. Air supply is very important to reach low and high notes, and many others. In general, music teacher resources can mostly be found through media in the form of visuals and audios. Other music teacher resources include personal encounters of music teachers during their classes, and those that are not in media forms. Learn great facts and tips about music teaching; log on to our Music Teachers Blog.
Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/music-articles/the-role-of-media-in-music-teaching-730114.html
About the AuthorEarl Marsden started developing a passion for music at the early age of twelve. He first learned to play the guitar at thirteen, and from there he pursued the study other instruments including the violin, piano and flute. Currently, he devotes some of his spare time to writing articles about music teaching while managing his own music studio.
Does Music Help Children?
Does Music Help Children?
Author: Shine Music
Why is Music Important for Kids?
This question has been debated for as long as time has existed. Even the great Greek and Roman philosophers approached the question: is music something that should be taught and does it help the development of children? Plato answered "I would teach children music, physics, and philosophy; but most importantly music, for in the patterns of music and all arts are the keys to learning." And again “what then is the education to be? Perhaps we could hardly find a better than that which the experience of the past has already discovered, which consists, I believe, in gymnastic, for the body, and music for the mind.”
In all cultures of the world music plays an important role. While these roles may change depending on the culture it is impossible to separate music from the life of an individual. While some may argue the role of music in our lives it is impossible to escape it. Even in the popular culture of Australia it is impossible to go shopping without hearing music. Music provides a means of communication and expression of culture and individual identity.
Children are immersed in music from birth and will be for their entire life. If this is the case why teach it? Is not the constant immersion in music enough? To this I say; is the fact that we witness the results of scientific principals on a day to day basis result in the understanding of those scientific principles? No it does not and likewise for music it does not either. The day to day encounters we have with music can move us but the understanding of this music can help us grow as individuals.
In many cultures the family plays the main role in music education. Families are most commonly the ones that teach children the music of their culture. As young children, we are commonly sung nursery rhymes. These provide entertainment for the child and often information in small repeated fashion. Children learn through the repetition and structure that the information was delivered in. many nursery rhymes teach fundamental life lesson and therefore sets music up as a means of educating. Children learn from music from a young age and will continue to for the rest of their lives. In a world where globalization and consumerism are dominating cultural identities are drifting into the background and children are more likely to be sung pop songs as lullaby’s than nursery rhymes. The benefit of nursery rhymes and progressive learning has become an issue. Children are missing out on fundamental learning opportunities.
The Mozart effect which gained a large following in the 1990’s claimed that listening to Mozart as a baby will make a child smarter. While this movement was short lived and there is little proof that it works there has been no denying that children who learn music will achieve higher in other aspects of their academic life. In earning music children learn to express their identities, gain confidence and develop sense of time and space. A research team at the university of Munster in Germany discovered that students who study music have more developed abstract reasoning skills which are closely linked to learning in the areas of science and maths.
I do not believe that there is any argument to this question…music is a vital part of a child’s education and should be taken seriously. Listening to music is not enough! A child must learn to think musically and that is what will help assist the development of the child and their academic development.
written by Gemma Lee from www.shinemusic.com.au teachers of piano, saxophone, violin, singing, drums, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, flute and clarinet
Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/music-articles/does-music-help-children-221497.html
About the Author
Author: Shine Music
Why is Music Important for Kids?
This question has been debated for as long as time has existed. Even the great Greek and Roman philosophers approached the question: is music something that should be taught and does it help the development of children? Plato answered "I would teach children music, physics, and philosophy; but most importantly music, for in the patterns of music and all arts are the keys to learning." And again “what then is the education to be? Perhaps we could hardly find a better than that which the experience of the past has already discovered, which consists, I believe, in gymnastic, for the body, and music for the mind.”
In all cultures of the world music plays an important role. While these roles may change depending on the culture it is impossible to separate music from the life of an individual. While some may argue the role of music in our lives it is impossible to escape it. Even in the popular culture of Australia it is impossible to go shopping without hearing music. Music provides a means of communication and expression of culture and individual identity.
Children are immersed in music from birth and will be for their entire life. If this is the case why teach it? Is not the constant immersion in music enough? To this I say; is the fact that we witness the results of scientific principals on a day to day basis result in the understanding of those scientific principles? No it does not and likewise for music it does not either. The day to day encounters we have with music can move us but the understanding of this music can help us grow as individuals.
In many cultures the family plays the main role in music education. Families are most commonly the ones that teach children the music of their culture. As young children, we are commonly sung nursery rhymes. These provide entertainment for the child and often information in small repeated fashion. Children learn through the repetition and structure that the information was delivered in. many nursery rhymes teach fundamental life lesson and therefore sets music up as a means of educating. Children learn from music from a young age and will continue to for the rest of their lives. In a world where globalization and consumerism are dominating cultural identities are drifting into the background and children are more likely to be sung pop songs as lullaby’s than nursery rhymes. The benefit of nursery rhymes and progressive learning has become an issue. Children are missing out on fundamental learning opportunities.
The Mozart effect which gained a large following in the 1990’s claimed that listening to Mozart as a baby will make a child smarter. While this movement was short lived and there is little proof that it works there has been no denying that children who learn music will achieve higher in other aspects of their academic life. In earning music children learn to express their identities, gain confidence and develop sense of time and space. A research team at the university of Munster in Germany discovered that students who study music have more developed abstract reasoning skills which are closely linked to learning in the areas of science and maths.
I do not believe that there is any argument to this question…music is a vital part of a child’s education and should be taken seriously. Listening to music is not enough! A child must learn to think musically and that is what will help assist the development of the child and their academic development.
written by Gemma Lee from www.shinemusic.com.au teachers of piano, saxophone, violin, singing, drums, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, flute and clarinet
Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/music-articles/does-music-help-children-221497.html
About the Author
Monday, 6 September 2010
Music Perception and Review
Music and Music Teaching: Perception by Now and Then
Author: Music Teacher
Music nowadays seems to be one of the most popular hobbies that the youngsters are indulging in. For some, it may be just a pure form of entertainment or a way of living, whereas for the others, it can be a serious escape from their stressful lives. They use music as a medium of conveying their suppressed emotions. Not too surprisingly, it makes them really into music.Because of the different influences that the youth are exposed into, they are easily acquiring the curiosity of engaging into learning music. It may not exactly be reading musical notes and the other formal stuff regarding such, but at least, something highly relevant to it like playing musical instruments or simply singing.Before, people, specially the youth, viewed Music, a subject in their primary and secondary schooling, as a conservative and boring one. With lots of different bits and pieces that should be memorized and understood without knowing their use and purpose, music then had been a vague and dull form of school activity to do.Perhaps, the reason is that they relate music with “church” where they usually hear the hymns and praises when they were kids. They thought music should be solemnly expressed all the time.As these young people aged up, they began to realize how interesting music could be far from what they used to perceive. From all the different genres and styles, they found a match. I am truly glad to say that finally, they are now fascinated with music learning as well as music teaching.Many are aware that music centers began to spring suddenly nowadays. People look for formal lessons and their aim is, of course, to learn music. They also want to develop the talents they believe they are blessed with.Music teaching is definitely an issue when talking about learning music. Aside from being considered as something pretty difficult and tedious, many believe that it requires lots of effort, patience, and passion in doing so.However, with the kinds of trends, technology and methods that we have right now, music teaching has become less complicated. Indeed, different resources and tools are made readily available to be an aid to anyone who has interests in music teaching. It may be through various means like seeking the help and guidance of music enthusiasts and experts, enrolling in various learning centers, reading music-related books, availing advanced music gadgets, or browsing the web.Music teaching has been both the career and passion of many musically inclined individuals around the globe. Thus, schools of music spring forth worldwide, paving the way for music enthusiasts for greater opportunities globally. That is how powerful music and music teaching can be.
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Author: Music Teacher
Music nowadays seems to be one of the most popular hobbies that the youngsters are indulging in. For some, it may be just a pure form of entertainment or a way of living, whereas for the others, it can be a serious escape from their stressful lives. They use music as a medium of conveying their suppressed emotions. Not too surprisingly, it makes them really into music.Because of the different influences that the youth are exposed into, they are easily acquiring the curiosity of engaging into learning music. It may not exactly be reading musical notes and the other formal stuff regarding such, but at least, something highly relevant to it like playing musical instruments or simply singing.Before, people, specially the youth, viewed Music, a subject in their primary and secondary schooling, as a conservative and boring one. With lots of different bits and pieces that should be memorized and understood without knowing their use and purpose, music then had been a vague and dull form of school activity to do.Perhaps, the reason is that they relate music with “church” where they usually hear the hymns and praises when they were kids. They thought music should be solemnly expressed all the time.As these young people aged up, they began to realize how interesting music could be far from what they used to perceive. From all the different genres and styles, they found a match. I am truly glad to say that finally, they are now fascinated with music learning as well as music teaching.Many are aware that music centers began to spring suddenly nowadays. People look for formal lessons and their aim is, of course, to learn music. They also want to develop the talents they believe they are blessed with.Music teaching is definitely an issue when talking about learning music. Aside from being considered as something pretty difficult and tedious, many believe that it requires lots of effort, patience, and passion in doing so.However, with the kinds of trends, technology and methods that we have right now, music teaching has become less complicated. Indeed, different resources and tools are made readily available to be an aid to anyone who has interests in music teaching. It may be through various means like seeking the help and guidance of music enthusiasts and experts, enrolling in various learning centers, reading music-related books, availing advanced music gadgets, or browsing the web.Music teaching has been both the career and passion of many musically inclined individuals around the globe. Thus, schools of music spring forth worldwide, paving the way for music enthusiasts for greater opportunities globally. That is how powerful music and music teaching can be.
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The Pretty Reckless: Miss Nothing
Singer Taylor Momsen is already suffering comparisons with Courtney Love- but she is way better. And the band are better than Miss Love's outfit. Momsen doesn't skip on the eye-liner but it kind of suits her.
The song- hmm. Not blindingly good but decent enough. The chorus is a bit ordinary but the trippy, psychedelic breaks work well. It will be interesting to see if their album stands up to scrutiny- if this single is the best track off it, I have my doubts. One gets the feeling that Taylor Momsen is bound for a solo career at some point- plenty of presence and charisma- qualities that are scarce in pop music at the present time.
The song- hmm. Not blindingly good but decent enough. The chorus is a bit ordinary but the trippy, psychedelic breaks work well. It will be interesting to see if their album stands up to scrutiny- if this single is the best track off it, I have my doubts. One gets the feeling that Taylor Momsen is bound for a solo career at some point- plenty of presence and charisma- qualities that are scarce in pop music at the present time.
Friday, 3 September 2010
Katy B: Katy on a Mission
This is a clever debut single from Katy B. Nothing especially striking about her voice- but better than passable in modern-day pop terms. She writes her own songs too and clearly has her head screwed on when it comes to pop sensibility. The style is a commercial take on dub-step which is traditionally much darker but this tune should cross over quite nicely to a much wider audience. Love those cross-rhythm metallic jabs by the way. And she looks the part- should do very well.
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