Blogs
Tips, tutorials, and insights to help you become a better musician.
Major vs Minor Scales: What is the difference?
What are the differences between Major and minor scales? What are the different types of minor scales? Everything you need to know.
Review of the Best Metronome Apps in 2025
We review popular metronome apps and tell you which one is worth your money.
The 12 Major Scales
The major scales are the building blocks of music, mastering them is the first step to learning to play quickly in any key.
Best Musical Instruments for Beginners
Want to learn an instrument but don't know which one to pick? We review the easiest instruments for beginning musicians of any age.
What Does BPM Mean?
Have you wondered what BPM means in music? In this post, we define BPM, link it to "tempo markings," and give you tips to develop your sense of time.
Transposing Instruments
Do you play an instrument that has to transpose? We list common transposing instruments and some tips to master this skill.
How To Read Music Written In Treble Clef
Learn how to read music written in treble clef in under 5 minutes in this easy introduction to music theory.
How to Read Key Signatures
Part of our music theory series: Learn what key signatures mean in music and how to read them.
How To Practice With A Metronome
Practicing with a metronome can help, but it can also hurt your playing. Here's how to practice with a metronome the right way.
How Much Should You Charge For Music Lessons?
6 tips to finding the right music price to charge for a music lesson and to help keep your teaching schedule full.
Honor Band Audition Tips
Want to nail your next honor band or all-state audition? Here are 4 tips from a former judge.
Common Tempo Markings In Music
Most tempo markings are in Italian, French, or German. We've translated them and show the bpm.
A Parent's Guide to Music Lessons
Everything a parent should know before enrolling a student in music lessons.
7 Websites to Find Free Sheet Music
7 of my favorite sites to find tons of free sheet music for any instrument.
6 Reasons To Record Your Practice Sessions (+Tips)
Want to know the secret to getting better at an instrument faster? Record every practice session.
How To Read Time Signatures
Part of our music theory series: Learn what time signatures mean in music.