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African Music
Africa is a continent where a rich and diverse cultural heritage exists. Hundreds of different languages are spoken in Africa. During the 7th century Arabs reached North Africa and influenced the existing culture. This is why African and Arab music share a certain degree of similarity and this extends to some musical instruments as well.
Musical Instruments
The drum, played either by hand or by using sticks, is an important musical instrument in African culture. They use drums as a means of communication, in fact, much of their history and culture have been passed on for generations through music. Music is a part of their daily life, it is used to convey news, to teach, to tell a story and for religious purposes.
The variety of musical instruments is as diverse as their culture. They make musical instruments out of any material that can produce sound. These include finger bells, flutes, horns, musical bow, thumb piano, trumpets and xylophones.
Singing and Dancing
A singing technique called "call and response" is evident in African vocal music. In "call and response" a singer leads by singing a phrase which is then answered by a group of singers. This technique is still very much used in today's music, for example in gospel music.
Dancing requires the movement of various body parts in time to the rhythm. A type of popular music that features social commentary is the "highlife". |
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How to Choose a Piano Teacher
If you've decided to learn to play the piano, you need a good teacher. But how can you tell a good teacher from a not so good one? Good piano teachers should be: • Patient • Encouraging • Firm but fair Your teacher should be an experienced, practising musician. You'll also want to make sure the teacher can take you as far as you want to go with your studies. Start by telephoning the teacher and asking these questions: • How many students have you taught? • What level have they achieved? • What type of music do you specialize in? If you want to learn to play jazz piano, make sure the teacher is able to teach you. Some teachers are only comfortable teaching classical music, and many don't play by ear. You need to match your needs against the skills of the teacher. Lesson Format It's also important to know how the lessons will be structured.Try to find out: • The length of lessons. Most teachers offer lessons for half an hour up to an hour, depending on the age of the student. • Where lessons take place. Will the teacher be giving lessons at your home, at his home or in a nearby school or studio? • The cost. There should be a going rate for private piano lessons in your area. If you aren't able to find out what that is, ask the teacher. Before you begin taking lessons you should meet with the teacher and see if you like each other. Many teachers will give students a free trial lesson to see if they enjoy it. But even if you have to pay for your first lesson, it's important to make sure you feel comfortable with the teacher. You can find names and telephone numbers of piano teachers by: • Looking in the phone book • Checking your local library • Asking teachers in local schools If you know someone who's already taking lessons, ask for the teacher's telephone number. If the teacher is too busy to take you on, he or she might recommend another teacher to you. |
Top 10 Music Instruments for Beginners
There are some musical instruments that are easier to learn than others and are suitable for beginners. Here are the top 10 instruments for beginners in no particular order.
Violins are fairly easy to start learning and is mostly suitable for children 6 years and older. They come in a variety of sizes, from full size to 1/16, depending on the age of the learner. Violins are very popular and in demand so if you become a professional player it wouldn't be hard to join an orchestra or any musical group. Remember to opt for non-electric violins as it is more adequate for beginning students.
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Another instrument that is fairly easy to start and suitable for kids 6 years and older. It is essentially a large violin but its' body is thicker. It is played the same way as the violin, by rubbing the bow across the string. But where you can play the violin standing up, the cello is played sitting down while holding it between your legs. It also comes in different sizes from full size to 1/4.
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This instrument is like a huge cello and is played the same way, by rubbing the bow across the strings. Another way of playing it is by plucking or striking the strings. Double bass can be played while standing up or sitting down and is suitable for kids 11 years and older. It also comes in various sizes from full size, 3/4, 1/2 and smaller. The double bass isn't as popular as other string instruments but is essential in most kinds of ensemble especially jazz bands.
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Flutes are very popular and suitable for children to learn at age 10 upwards. Since it is very popular, there will be a lot of competition out there if you do decide to continue professionally. But don't let this fact dishearten you. The flute is one of the easiest instrument to learn, easy to transport, not hard on the budget and fun to play.
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Another instrument of the woodwind family that is easy to start for kids 10 years and older. Like the flute, it is very popular and you will find opportunities to play it professionally if you desire. There are students who start off with the clarinet and take another instrument like a saxophone and have no problems with the transition.
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Saxophones come in a variety of sizes and types: like the soprano saxophone, the alto sax, tenor sax and the baritone sax. It is suitable for kids age 12 years and older. The alto saxophone is advisable for beginners. You will have a lot of opportunities to play the saxophone as it is needed in most school orchestras.
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The trumpet belongs to the brass family of instruments and is quite easy to start for students age 10 and older. Trumpets are orchestral instruments mostly used in jazz bands. It is easy to learn, easy to transport, fun to play and not very expensive. Remember to avoid buying a trumpet with a painted finish as the paint will chip.
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The guitar is one of the most popular instruments and is suitable for students age 6 years upwards. Folk style is easier to start with for beginners and remember to opt for non-electric guitars if you're just starting out. Guitars come in a variety of sizes and styles to suit any students need. Guitars are a mainstay in most music ensembles and you can also play it solo and still sound appealing.
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Suitable for kids 6 years and older. The piano takes a lot of time and patience to master, but once you do, it is worth it. The piano is one of the most versatile instruments out there and one of the most beautiful sounding. Traditional pianos are more suitable for beginners but there are a lot of electronic pianos out in the market right now that sound and feel like a real piano and cost almost the same.
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The harp is surprisingly easy to start. There are piano students who learn to play the harp with little difficulty because both instruments require reading music pieces in double-stave. Harps come in small sizes for kids age 8 years upwards and bigger harps for students 12 years and older. There are not a lot of people who play the harp and finding a teacher may be difficult. Nevertheless, it is one of the most ancient and beautiful sounding instrument and it's worth learning if you desire.
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