Sunday April 3 2022, 5:26 AM
Should Genres Be Capitalized?
When I first got into music journalism and blogging, I thought that all genres, including jazz, pop, and rock, should be capitalized. I saw people capitalizing the words often on social media and in small music...
Thursday March 31 2022, 5:00 PM
What Is A Topline In Music?
The term vocal topline is quite new in the music world. Made popular by EDM producers, a vocal topline is a sung melody that usually has lyrics written along with the melodic content.
Topline vocals are often...
Wednesday March 30 2022, 8:30 PM
Flutist Or A Flautist?
If you've seen or heard the flute being played, you've come across both terms to describe a flute player.
I, for one, spent a lot of time asking my music teachers which one I should use when referring to the beloved...
Tuesday March 29 2022, 4:30 PM
Where Can I Find An Open Mic Near Me?
Looking for a quality spot to enjoy or perform at an open mic can be daunting. If you're in a popular city, it will likely be easy to come by or hear about in your social circles.
If you live in a...
Monday March 28 2022, 2:20 PM
Why Are There Only 7 Notes In An Octave?
If you are used to hearing only seven notes in an octave, then chances are, you have a long way to go when discovering the many scales used across the world.
There are seven notes in widely used...
Wednesday March 23 2022, 12:33 PM
Musician Photoshoots
The possibilities seem endless when it comes to photoshoots for music artists and bands. There are so many poses you can do, places you can use, and photographers to choose from!
All of these options can create a sense...
Tuesday March 22 2022, 4:54 PM
Bass Vocal Range
Men with the lowest vocal ranges known to humans are also known as bass vocalists. Rich and full of beautiful darkness, a bass vocal tone can send chills right down your spine.
These chills are why bass singers are often...
Monday March 21 2022, 5:57 PM
Tenor Vocal Range
Who's that powerful and bright male vocal part that is piercing through the entire choir? It's probably a lovely tenor's voice.
I like to rag on tenors for always being loud and sometimes being obnoxious, but the truth is...
Friday March 18 2022, 3:15 PM
How To Name An Instrument
Is it quirky to come up with a unique name for your beloved instrument? Yes. Is it a great practice that a lot of musicians have adopted? Also yes.
You may hear some musicians say it's weird or doesn't serve a...
Thursday March 17 2022, 2:23 PM
What Is The Song Black Betty About?
You may be wondering, why are all these white artists singing about a Black Betty? Is this racism? Is it a tribute to black culture? Is it just a coincidence and not talking about a black woman at all?...
Wednesday March 16 2022, 2:45 PM
Wade In The Water's Origins
Did you know that the creator of this song is unknown and will likely never be revealed?
I've been researching for hours on Wade In The Water, my ultimate favorite spiritual to sing, and I realized why it was...
Tuesday March 15 2022, 7:00 PM
Soprano Vocal Range
As you may already know, the term soprano is used to describe the highest general voice range for singers. Several different types of sopranos fall under the general term, but most people stick with calling a singer a...
Monday March 14 2022, 9:00 AM
Word Painting In Music
Not enough people take risks and think outside the box when it comes to songwriting.
Not enough songwriters are really letting their lyrics pack an extra punch and connect with the music and melodies in their songs....
Friday March 11 2022, 1:27 PM
Why Is Clapping On 1 And 3 So Bad?
Here's what you've all been waiting for: a black professional female musician's opinion on the annoyance of hearing people clap on beats 1 and 3 instead of 2 and 4. But my thoughts on the matter might...
Friday March 11 2022, 1:12 PM
Benefits Of Music
Music is one of the epic loves of my life. The connection I have with music is so deep and destined that I don't think I'd be much without it. I like to think of my relationship with music as something from which both sides...
