Pop… or just popular? Dance… or just good to dance to? Take the genre test!
Whether you are a songwriter or a music enthusiast, putting a name to a sound can be tough. Learn about genres here and take the test to see how good you are!
Hear It, Write It, Play It: Solfege Helps You Get It
Can you transcribe music by ear? Use the solfa framework taught in this series and you’ll be able to easily write down music just like in this example.
Get Rhythm: Notate It!
Learn about basics of rhythm, proper notation for writing rhythm, test your skills, and find additional resources to further strengthen your rhythmic ability.
Music Or Words: What Makes A Song?
What makes a song: is music the most important part or is it the lyrics? And who deserves legal credit and royalties for the songs a band writes? Let’s find out
Isn't it time you learned to sing?
Why would a capable musician playing in bands decide to learn to sing as well? Find out and discover if you should do the same in this revealing article.
How To Achieve Excellent Tone, Balance and Blend in Your Choir
Having excellent blending is essential for any choir to sound great. Here are some tips, tricks and exercises to help your choir achieve that magic blend.
A Learned Natural Musician Explains Unintentional Ear Training
If you weren’t born a natural musician, that doesn’t mean you can’t become one. Learn how singer-songwriter Marc With a C trained his ears in this interview.
Recording, Mixing and Mastering Your Way to a 60s Throwback Sound with Claire and the Potatoes
Learn the equipment and techniques which gave Claire and the Potatoes the distinctive throwback sound of their new album in this interview with Marc Sirdoreus.
From Solo Musician To A Band That Works (or "How Marc Became A Potato")
Why do some bands make it big and others fail? Find out what makes for a good band dynamic in this interview with Marc Sirdoreus of Claire and the Potatoes.
Have An Okay Time With Claire And The Potatoes: The Songs
Orlando-based singer-songwriter Marc Sirdoreus is best known as Marc With a C, writing and performing catchy and distinctive indie pop music. His latest project sees him performing in a 4-piece band, Claire and the Potatoes, along with Leslie Rising, Guy Larmay and...
Close Your Eyes – To Open Your Ears
It sounds simple but it has a powerful musical impact: to hear more you must Close Your Ears. Find out why it helps and how to do it most effectively.
How Music Alters Your Mood
Anyone who loves music knows its power to affect (or perfectly reflect) your mood. How does it do it? Here are three great examples and the tricks they use.
