Performing Arts

I'm a classically trained musician and orchestra teacher. I have often wondered why no one at the CMA awards or at the annual Latin awards or any of the other major music awards ceremonies seems to ever give thanks to the many people who taught them how to sing or how to play their instruments. A simple recognition from someone would be nice.

2007-11-07 16:48:27 · 4 answers · asked by megbeg6 2

2007-11-07 16:36:42 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

Ibanez SGT110VS SAGE SERIES Acoustic Guitar
Ibanez SGT130 SAGE SERIES Acoustic Guitar
Fender CD60 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar

or if you dont like those then what guitar is best?

2007-11-07 15:15:14 · 6 answers · asked by hannah b 2

What should I learn first?

2007-11-07 14:52:29 · 1 answers · asked by No.1 2

Is there anything I should know? Does it take a nicer set of chops to play the mellophone that it does the trumpet?

2007-11-07 12:33:26 · 5 answers · asked by Willyumi 1

My school is holding a talent show (high school level) and I was pretty sure I would play the piano, but my song seems somewhat dull and my school has many talented musicians. Can you give me any act that's quick yet entertaining? I know singings out there (my voice sucks) along with dancing (not my thing), magic (too geeky--no offense), reciting monologues (boring), comedy acts (too risky); but what else is there or should I just improve my song or choose another? The act must be under 2 minutes so that's what's ruining many pieces I can play. Suggestions/help appreciated!

2007-11-07 12:11:40 · 5 answers · asked by Mike 1

2007-11-07 09:56:26 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a Selmer Bb Clarinet, any tips?

2007-11-07 08:55:16 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

im sorta of a beginner on guitar and i need to start to learn how to play chords but i REALLY REALLY suck so i am asking anyone for their help if they can give me tips, tricks, instructions, songs to practice etc... anything that you feel is important and will make me a better guitarist

2007-11-07 08:44:41 · 4 answers · asked by Sam Champion 1

i dont want a really easy solo. NO EASY SOLOS e.g oasis. but i dont want really hard ones that are really fast. any suggestions?

2007-11-07 06:27:27 · 9 answers · asked by guitar_girl 3

hey I'm new to the guitar.
I need a capo, can anyone advise me on a type, and a basic price?? there's some on ebay for £5, would these be rubbish??
thanks, Lou x

2007-11-07 05:29:55 · 4 answers · asked by Louise K 3

i just bought an acoustic guitar (jumbo) johnson off ebay to learn how to play and now i don't know if i made the right choice.

2007-11-07 02:30:34 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-11-06 21:20:12 · 3 answers · asked by newhome 1

i always do performance on stage...but i still get nervous...is there a tip on how to overcome stage fright

2007-11-06 20:24:47 · 7 answers · asked by The Core 1

Hey, I'm a 13 year old girl. I've been playing bass for 2 years now, and I've played guitar for 1 year.

For guitar I only play for around 30 minutes (I used to do 3 hours...) and I always get a burn on my fingers. And it hurts!I know it's regular to get lines on your fingers, but I've been doing this for one year. I should've already gotton use to this by now (which I am).
I press normally, I do not add extra pressure or anything like that. Also, when I play anything it rips some of my skin off, thus making it vulnerable. Whenever I take a shower, water hits my fingers so it hurts EVEN MORE.

And a question regarding guitar players: How do you switch chords (especially bar chords) fast? I practice everyday, up to at the most 2 hours, but I never seem to change quickly enough for almost any song. How do I improve my skill wihtout having to increase my time range? Thanks!

I'm a 13 year old rock star dreamer in need

2007-11-06 16:23:49 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I don't know how to read music, just pick up and play basic chords and then go with what sounds best. It's hard to get better that way. There is no time for in person lessons. Anyone had any luck with any of the learning programs out there?

2007-11-06 15:11:22 · 4 answers · asked by hotshotz2646 1

and which one is harder piano or electric guitar?

2007-11-06 13:27:04 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

so i play acoustic and eletric guitar, but i figured id move on try to learn to play bass , anyone know where i can find a bass and such to get started ? Not a junk one but not so expensive either.

links are helpful =D


thanks!

2007-11-06 13:23:45 · 3 answers · asked by Pooh-San 2

Ok I got a ton of questions so just answer the ones you want to.

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Is there any good guitar places to get lessons at? Whats the place? Could you add the price for lessons too?
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Is learning to read notes hard? How long does it take?

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Is learning to play the guitar hard? How long does it take?

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Only answer the ones you want to thx.

2007-11-06 12:28:01 · 4 answers · asked by catt_lover_mary 2

I just got a new barrel for my clarinet today. I greased the upper joint, but the barrel is stuck!!! I need to disassemble the clarinet by tomorrow morning and i need help!

2007-11-06 11:38:33 · 4 answers · asked by lilyinparis 2

2007-11-06 07:36:37 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm looking for something under the $100 range (used). I know that brands like Fender make "entry-level" type guitars in the way of their Squier line. I know Squiers make good beginner guitars, but are there other beginner lines out there from the other big makers like Gibson, Ibanez, etc.?

2007-11-05 16:30:25 · 3 answers · asked by kwong_chang 1

2007-11-05 14:41:30 · 1 answers · asked by Jeremy J. 1

I found a place here in town that charges $80 a month for 1 1~hour lesson a week (up to 5 lessons in a month) and it's a 3 month obligated contract for acoustic guitar lessons...{{the only other place in town charges like $260 a month so...yeah}} well i really like the atmosphere at the place and i like my teacher...but i was just wondering if i'm getting a good deal for my money...
thanks~♥katie

2007-11-05 14:24:52 · 7 answers · asked by ♥femme fatale♥ 2

So, I am interested in teaching myself guitar, my dad passed way in febuarty,a nd so, my mom is going to sell his guitar unless we find some good use for it, and my dad loved his lectric guitar. so I said I'd take it and learnh ow to play, she is skeptical, but I want too, any adivce? Good programs? thanks! I know nothing about guitars, but it's a G&L guitar, is this a good brand of guitar?

2007-11-05 14:14:54 · 4 answers · asked by Emily J 6

I just got a brand new clarinet about a week ago. It's a Buffet R13, and I seem to be having problems with its joints getting stuck, especially the bell. It got stuck once before, but I had my band director get it off, and it took him a while. How can I get the bell unstuck from the lower joint, and prevent this from happening again?

2007-11-05 14:07:09 · 9 answers · asked by hnkjjkhjk j 1

I want to learn guitar and need to know what kind of guitar I should get. I want something thats good quality and will last. I also need something that works for a good range of styles. I know Fender and Gibson are good, but most their stuff is out of my price range. I need something that will work as my skill increases, I have had people say that some guitars are easier to learn on, but then dont work as well later. I dont need anything "easy", I have LOTS of musical experience so I just need good quality really, not anything "beginners" (Guitar will be my 5th instrument)
Also, I would prefer electric.

2007-11-05 13:41:36 · 8 answers · asked by shouting is better 3

2007-11-05 13:01:07 · 16 answers · asked by ♥I_rock_you♥ 5

Well I want an electric guitar for my b-day and I wanna play rock. From a scale 1-10 how hard is it? And if it helps or anything I was really good at violin til I quit...Thanks.

2007-11-05 13:00:27 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

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2007-11-05 12:56:46 · 2 answers · asked by Carl K 2