Author Archives: Marie

Today in Music History, 1788

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Marie

Today in Music History, 1788, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart completes his Symphony No. 40 in G minor. Mozart’s income was sliding, and he found himself in debt. A friend of his had just opened a new casino Vienna, and they planned … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Kristin Chenoweth

Posted on July 24, 2013 by Marie

Happy birthday to Tony Award winning American singer Kristin Chenoweth, b. 1968, who has worked in musical theater, television, film, studio recordings, and concerts. Some of her well known roles are Glinda the Good Witch in Wicked and Sally Brown … Continue reading →

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Help! I Get So Nervous Before Recitals!

Posted on July 23, 2013 by Marie

Whether it be a fancy recital at the county auditorium or playing the keyboard for my fourth grade class, I was always nervous before a public performance, butterflies in my tummy, shaking hands, thoughts of, What if I completely forget … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Slash

Posted on July 23, 2013 by Marie

Happy Birthday to British-born American Slash, b. 1965, best known as the lead guitarist for the hard rock band Guns N’ Roses. He is a founding member of the bands Slash’s Snakepit and Velvet Revolver, has composed some of rock’s … Continue reading →

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Today in Music History, 1977

Posted on July 22, 2013 by Marie

Today in music history, 1977, Elvis Costello released his debut album, My Aim Is True. It is considered to be groundbreaking work in the punk genre even though Costello himself didn’t come from it. His attitude reflected punk, however. Enjoy … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Chris Cornell

Posted on July 20, 2013 by Marie

Join us in wishing a Happy Birthday to American musician Chris Cornell, b. 1964, best known as lead singer for the rock band Soundgarden. He sang with the supergroup, Audioslave, enjoyed a successful solo career, and is blessed with a four-octave singing … Continue reading →

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Today in Music History, 1952

Posted on July 19, 2013 by Marie

Today in music history, 1952: Allen Collins is born in Jacksonville, Florida. He was a founding member of Lynyrd Skynyrd as the band’s guitarist. Although he suffered many tragedies in his short life, Collins left us with great music and … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Daron Malakian

Posted on July 18, 2013 by Marie

Happy Birthday to extremely talented American musician Daron Malakian, b. 1975, best known as lead guitarist and harmonizing vocalist for the rock group System of a Down. He has worked with other groups such as Metallica and Cypress Hill. Celebrate his … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Lou Barlow

Posted on July 17, 2013 by Marie

Happy birthday to Lou Barlow, b. 1966, founding member of numerous rock bands such as Dinosaur Jr. and The Folk Implosion. Rock’s lo-fi subgenre was launched with his help. He sings lead in “Natural One,” his only Top 40 hit … Continue reading →

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Three Tips on Practicing With a Metronome

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Marie

Most musicians will testify that practicing with a metronome helps their understanding of a piece of music. Whether you are a first year music student or a professional on world tour, you will encounter the need for a metronome in your … Continue reading →

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