Instruments like drums, electric guitars, and pianos can easily dominate rehearsals and live performances and vocals often get drowned out by these louder sound sources. To address this issue and ensure your voice stands out, investing in a reliable vocal amplifier is essential. Whether you...
When speaking about singing in your “chest voice”, sometimes referred to as “full voice” we often correlate this sound to the big, brassy, “belty” voice quality that is used often in the music industry; namely in musical theatre, rock, pop, and jazz. When we refer...
The heart of any modern music production workflow revolves around the digital audio workstation (DAW). Avid's Pro Tools and Ableton's Live are two of the most popular DAWs in the industry. While both DAWs are capable of delivering professional results, they possess unique strengths and...
Home recording is more accessible than ever before. Modern digital audio workstations and affordable computers put the major tools needed at the home producer’s fingertips. However, finding high-quality microphones that fit the home studio budget can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are numerous microphones that deliver...
Metal music, with its blistering intensity and thunderous sound, demands a drum kit that can match its ferocity and power. Metal drummers are the backbone of any heavy metal band, providing the driving force behind the relentless drum beats, blast beats, and intricate rhythms that...
College life can be demanding, with endless assignments, projects, and study sessions. Amidst the bustling atmosphere of Memphis, finding the perfect place to refuel and get work done can make all the difference. Luckily, the city is home to a vibrant coffee culture with numerous...
If you’re working to capture the best possible drum sound for a live performance, selecting the right overhead microphones is crucial. These microphones capture the whole kit's sound, providing depth, width, and clarity to the mix. Whether you opt for a mono or stereo setup,...
The history of jazz piano is deeply intertwined with the evolution of jazz music itself. Jazz standards prevail in the many repertoires of pianists all over the world. To truly understand why jazz is so influential, even to the contemporary music of today we must...
Acoustic pianos are a staple instrument in church worship services, both traditional and modern. Capturing the intricate and delicate nature of this instrument requires the right microphones. The best choice of microphone depends on your desired tone, style of worship music, and, of course, budget....
Whether you are singing solo or with a choir at your church. Chances are you are using some type of wireless microphone, hanging microphone, or handheld microphone to amplify your voice, the worship team's voices, the choir, and even some of the instruments. In this ...
The church NEEDS equipped musiciansThere is a great need in the church for worship leaders, pastors, and ministers in general. For many churches, critical positions can go unfilled in the areas of music; either for the main service, worship services, or other areas where music...
As artists and musicians, we can be notoriously critical of ourselves; it comes with the territory of being a creative who is striving to make amazing work. Many artists are their own worst critic despite making great strides. Self-critical thoughts can restrict creative work, impact how the...
Interested in writing your first song but don’t know where to start? Here we will give some basics on the simplest way to start writing a song. With a little bit of knowledge about melody and lyrics, you can write a song! Start by getting...
Whether you’re in school studying music or you play professionally here are the best apps all musicians should download onto their mobile phones!1. Piano - The piano app is free for both apple and android users in the app store and can be utilized to...
Ah, yes, Spring Break, it was amazing to get some needed rest! As the semester grinds on it, we find ourselves realizing that God provides a new lesson in every season of life. There is a time for work but also a time for rest....