Monthly Archives: July 2013

Happy Birthday, Richie Sambora

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Marie

Happy Birthday to American musician Richie Sambora, b. 1959, best known as lead guitarist and songwriter for Bon Jovi. He has produced albums with notable artists such as Cher and has released three solo albums. Celebrate with birthday with an … Continue reading →

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Today in Music History, 1942

Posted on July 10, 2013 by Marie

On this day in 1942, Ronnie James Dio was born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Known for his powerful vocals, he gave credit to proper breathing techniques that he learned from playing the French horn. He performed with many bands such … Continue reading →

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Quitting Music Lessons

Posted on July 9, 2013 by Marie

Q: My son says that he wants to quit piano. He has been taking music for a few years, but he claims to have trouble reading music and learning his assignments. I think that he has a lot of potential … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Jack White

Posted on July 9, 2013 by Marie

Happy Birthday to amazingly gifted American musician Jack White, b. 1975, who is best known as a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist for The White Stripes. He has played in numerous bands and collaborated in the production of tens of albums. Celebrate … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Toby Keith

Posted on July 8, 2013 by Marie

Join us in wishing a happy birthday to American country music singer-songwriter Toby Keith, b. 1961. He has sold over 40 million albums worldwide, released sixteen studio albums, and recorded nineteen number one singles on the country music charts, including, … Continue reading →

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Today in Music History, 1993

Posted on July 5, 2013 by Marie

Twenty years ago today, U2 released their eighth studio album. Here are a dozen plus one reasons to love Zooropa. Watch the music video to the song, “Stay, (Faraway So Close!)” by clicking this link.

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Happy Birthday, Stephen Pearcy

Posted on July 3, 2013 by Marie

Happy Birthday to rocker Stephen Pearcy, b. 1959, best known for his lead vocals of the 80s metal band Ratt. He worked with numerous other bands, collaborated with artists from other music genres, and has recorded as a solo artist. … Continue reading →

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How to Help With Rhythm

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Marie

Q: When my daughter practices a popular or folk song, she plays the notes right, but her rhythm is wrong. How can I help her between lessons? A: Sing the melody that she is practicing. Do so while clapping your … Continue reading →

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Today in Music History, 1714

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Marie

Today in music history, 1714, Christoph Willibald Gluck is born in Bavaria, Germany. A trendsetter in operas, Gluck’s work influenced Sacchini, Berlioz, and Wagner among other composers. Enjoy this song from the opera Alceste, in which courtiers celebrate a king’s … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Debbie Harry

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Marie

Happy Birthday to rocker and Miami native Debbie Harry, b. 1945. She is best known as the lead vocalist for the group Blondie, which had many radio hits such as “Heart of Glass,” “One Way Or Another,” “The Tide is … Continue reading →

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