For people like DJ Rama the new attraction which so many people have to vinyl records has not come at a great time, the reason for this is that prices have surged and long time collectors who enjoyed great prices in the 90s and early 00s, are now having to pay that little extra for their favorite albums. With this being said however the slightly raised price has not perturbed … [Read more...]
Tired of “Fake” Virtual Instruments? Five Steps Toward More Realistic MIDI Tracks
Musicians have no shortage of options when it comes to virtual instruments and MIDI files to craft their ideal sounds. Electronic musicians especially have the pick of the litter when it comes to creating studio-quality sounds thanks to the power of MIDI. As displayed by the ultimate list of free midi files, stellar sounds are little more than a click away to help you craft … [Read more...]
What Should You Look for in Music Business Degree Industry Programs?
The industry of music is incredibly fast-paced and there are lots of very rewarding, very different career options found within it. While it is true that an element of the music industry, mainly performing pop music, is more down to talent than anything else, the many other careers are easiest to obtain by those who have completed a strong education in the field. Indeed, … [Read more...]
My Trip To New York To Play Timbales Drum
I have this crazy group of friends that gather for street jam sessions every month in a new city. I join them time to time to play my darbuka. Recently I bought a new set of timbales and went along to play some music under the lights of the New York City. Timbales: History and How To Play First, a brief introduction of timbales or pailas, how they are occasionally called. … [Read more...]
Three Key Things to Know if You Want to Study Audio Engineering
Source If you have decided that you want to become an audio engineer, it will be time to start researching audio engineering schools. What you will quickly find, however, is that there are many schools available to you. So many, in fact, that it may seem quite overwhelming. The ultimate decision in terms of which school to go to is yours and yours alone. However, there are a … [Read more...]