Drummer’s Review Over the years there has been a definite swing towards more acoustic live acts in venues. This meant that drummers had to adapt from full kits to mini kits, possibly changing to hand percussion and cajons etc.. One of the easiest ways to quieten the sound was always by changing from sticks to … Continue reading Drummer’s Review Xtra: Reviewed: Vic Firth Rutes & Artist Sticks
Piano Blog by Skoove – Piano Practice Tips Like many pursuits in life, progressing in your piano practice requires consistency and discipline. It can feel easy at the beginning to make huge leaps in your skills. However, after some time you may feel like you start to hit certain plateaus. Feeling like you are hitting … Continue reading Simple strategies to improve your piano playing
Drummer’s Review Here’s our review of a Ludwig Speed Flyer Double Bass Drum Pedal, featuring… Double chain or strap drive (both included), Independently adjustable footboard and beater angles, Reversible toe clamp, Retractable spurs (front) coupled with spur lock heel anchors, Ludwig anti-slip speed cams, Lightweight aluminium connector shaft (15″ – 23″), Available as double or … Continue reading Ludwig Speed Flyer Double Pedal – Drummer’s Review
Drummer’s Review As a professional drummer, Stereophonics sticksman Jamie Morrison has played stages big and small all over the globe, which is perfect as he has never wanted to do anything else! Drummers Review’s Andy Hughes caught up with Jamie at his home in South London to discuss everything from his start as a musician, his … Continue reading Drummer’s Review Xtra: Interviewed: Jamie Morrison (Stereophonics)
Tomlin Harmonica Lessons In this week’s lesson I’m going to show you how to play your first ever 12 Bar Blues. This lesson is taken from my harmonica school curriculum and is suitable for total beginners. You will need a C harmonica and we will be playing in 2nd position in the key of G. … Continue reading My First 12 Bar Blues – Harmonica Tutorial + Tabs
Drummer’s Review Here’s our review of a Gretsch Renown ’57 Bop Shell Pack, featuring… 18″ Bass drum, 12″ Rack tom, 14″ Floor tom, 7-ply all maple construction, 30˚ bearing edges throughout, Silver Oyster Pearl Nitron finish (split chevron design), Gretsch 302 double flanged hoops (toms) Brilliant white (with matching inlay strip) wood hoops (bass drum), … Continue reading Gretsch Renown ’57 Bop Shell Pack – Drummer’s Review
Pro Audio and Studio – Music Instrument News IK Multimedia is pleased to announce enhanced support for immersive audio, including Dolby Atmos® systems. In addition to a recent firmware update adding a selectable 80 Hz low-cut filter, iLoud MTM studio monitors are now included in the Dolby Audio Room Design Tool to ease in setting … Continue reading IK Multimedia Announces iLoud MTM Immersive Speaker Bundle
Piano Blog by Skoove – Piano Practice Tips Join in the fun and celebration of World Music Day this month with Skoove. Music is a wonderful and beautiful force and what better way to celebrate the power of music than with an all-day celebration around the Summer solstice! Learn more about this wonderful day, some … Continue reading Join in the fun of World Music Day
Pro Audio and Studio – Music Instrument News With more than 16,000 small to large street parties, the people of Great Britain celebrated the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s throne during the first weekend of June. But by far the biggest show took place on this day in front of Buckingham Palace in London. … Continue reading Cameo illuminates the Queen’s 70th anniversary at Buckingham Palace
Pro Audio and Studio – Music Instrument News Akai Professional, a leading manufacturer of music equipment for performers and producers announces the upcoming MPC 2.11 features update, free for registered MPC users and available on June 23, 2022. This feature update provides MPC music creators with new tools and enhancements for better productions with a more … Continue reading Akai Professional Supercharges Standalone Workflow With MPC 2.11 Feature Update
