Articles related to "Woodwind"

Why is a sax a woodwind instrument when it is made of metal? This article will paint a simple and understandable picture of what makes up a woodwind instrument.

Most people find orchestra music tedious. However, with an understanding of the complexity of the instrument families enjoyment can occur.

The price of an instrument should not be the guiding factor in choosing an instrument. How do you know that the instrument you purchase will hold up to the test of time?

When going shopping for Christmas think a moment about getting a gift that will encourage your young musican to practice and have more fun at the same time.

Having a nice sounding tone while playing an instrument is incredibly important. Tone quality can be the difference between being a good musician and being a great one!

In the mid 1800's a radically new musical instrument was invented. It was a strange hybrid of metal and wood, yet it had a sound that was said to mimic the human voice.

Dudamel's revitalized readings of Mozart's "Prague" and "Jupiter" symphonies get shouts of "Bravo Gustavo." Violinist Gil Shaham takes triple bows to standing ovation.

Chamber music and other solo or small ensemble music in various forms has been around since the dawn of man. This article gives a brief explanation of what it is.

You may think that buying a band instrument is a better financial investment than renting one when in truth, renting a band instrument may be a better deal for beginners.

Choosing the right band instrument for your child should be based on more than just what your child wants to play. This article seeks to help you make the right decision.

Though the saxophone is often associated with jazz, Javier Oviedo reminds audiences that this versatile instrument is actually quite classical in origin.

When choosing band instruments, parents can take stock of their kids'personality. Do they enjoy challenge or do they want quick results and a smooth learning process

Winifred Phillips, award-winning videogame composer, has written an undemanding but utterly delightful score to the latest game in the Sim franchise, SimAnimals.

The Boston Symphony Orchestra gave a wonderful performance of André Previn's "Owls," Igor Stravinsky's "Violin Concerto in D," and Ludwig van Beethoven's "4th Symphony."

When a student's curriculum, at any grade level, includes both music and the science of waves, or the physics of sound, integrated learning is a natural fit.

In Autumn, a piece of lovely orchestral music is like a mug of hot cider: sweet, warm, and delicious. Here are eleven more such lovely cues from famous film scores.

The choice to buy a used flute can either be a bargain or become a repair headache. Here are tips to help musicians get the best flute for the money.

Shopping for a used clarinet can either save money or be a repair headache. Here's what to look for in the quality and condition of a used student clarinet.

The used saxophone market is flooded with inflated prices and hype. Here are tips for buying a used alto saxophone, used tenor saxophone or used baritone saxophone.

In choosing band instruments, weigh durability, craftsmanship, and tone to find the best clarinet : student clarinet, wooden clarinet, plastic clarinet, C or Bb clarinet.

Review of British songstress' second full length album

Fusing both the quirky and pastoral sides of his musical career in one album, Thomas Newman comes up with possibly his finest score to date

Antony & The Johnsons scooped the Mercury Music Prize with 2005's I Am A Bird Now. They return with an intense record concerned with the Earth's climatic meltdown.

Baz Luhrmann's sprawling epic "Australia" is just the sort of film to inspire greatness from any composer, yet Hirschfelder's score feels regretfully uninspired.

The Brass Family of instruments contains such instruments as the trumpet, trombone, and tuba. Discover a bit about how these instruments are played and how they work.

Barry's glorious, thematically rich score for Kevin Costner's Oscar winning western is the jewel in the crown of an illustrious career

Finding sheet music on the Internet is easy. Finding GOOD sheet music to play on your piano or band instrument is a bit more difficult.

Ridley Scott's triumphant resurrection of the swords and sandals genre benefits from Hans Zimmer's rousing, underrated score

Wiseman composes a rapturous, beautiful symphony for the British horror movie Haunted.

The Southern California Philharmonic offers classical music at affordable prices making this entertaining and talented group a musical gem for the entire community.

Pick up a trumpet or clarinet, put your lips on it and blow. Simple! In reality there is a lot more to it than that. Read on to learn how wind instruments make sounds.

Jazz bands come in many different sizes and instrumentations. What is the difference between them? In jazz, it all depends on the music

Jody Redhage and the Fire in July ensemble provide listeners with a whirlwind tour through an eclectic array of musical styles in their debut album Ancient Star.

Allen Toussaint dips into his extensive bag of musical ideas, switches gears and takes on a brilliant trip through musical tradition and into The Bright Mississippi.

In a glorious throwback move, Gabriel Yared has composed a thoroughly old-fashioned drama score of both soaringly epic and intimately romantic proportions.

Many musicians dream of making their own instruments. By planting gourds, most of the hard work is done on the vine.

Escaping a childhood of personal termoil, Kellie Pickler has perservered to become one of Nashville's new it girls.

In one of his strongest scores to date, John Ottman provides stunning adventure music of the highest order.

In what would seem to be a perfect vehicle for his unique compositional voice, Desplat provides a pleasant but strangely uninspiring score.

James Horner's latest score follows many of his established tendencies, but with remarkable grace and emotional power.

Expertise in electric guitar technology can contribute almost to quality music as much as expertise in playing. In fact, you better know both.

James Newton Howard has crafted a subdued score which, combined with Joshua Bell's exquisite solos, displays a quiet, refined beauty.

The 1986 film F/X, starring Bryan Brown, began life as a first-time writers' dream that seemed destined for TV movie mediocrity, but became a thriller par excellence.

One of the biggest selling jazz albums of all time, 'Head Hunters' challenged musical boundaries, and produced jazz-funk classic 'Chameleon'.

Paul Hindemith, though a violist by trade, was able to play every instrument of the symphony orchestra at least passably.

Before Symphonic Metamorphosis and Mathis der Maler, Paul Hindemith perfected his inimitable voice with a powerful work that maximized the capabilities of two sections.

Finding a well-made, quality instrument for a new band student can be intimidating for parents, but it doesn't have to be. With a few tips, it can become simple.

Tips for parents helping a child choose which instrument to play in the school orchestra; and options for adults looking to start a new musical hobby.

Joe Hisaishi has woven another masterful musical tapestry for a live-action period drama.

The Native American flute is a modern instrument deeply rooted in tradition. Discover the facinating history behind Native American flute making.