If you are looking to improve your piano technique then this how to video is the place to start. You will learn how to strengthen your fourth (ring) and fifth (pinky) fingers, as well as the wrist and arm, with this easy piano exercise. The fourth and fifth fingers are often the weakest fingers when playing piano. You must learn to strengthen then so you can play piano better. This is a great exercise for beginner to advanced students. With this tutorial you will be able to gain strength in y...
If you want to learn how to play the guitar then this how to video is the place to start. In this tutorial you will learn how to play barre chords. Barre chords are a very common technique and is one of the basic concepts of guitar playing. With this how to video you can start playing barre chords on your acoustic guitar.
Check out this instructional con video that demonstrates how to pick a Wafer lock. They are commonly used in thefts. Regardless of the security level, the picking technique is the same. Follow the simple instructions outlined in this tutorial video and learn how to pick a wafer lock. Start picking locks like a pro!
The ukulele is a beautiful and unique stringed instrument that is perfect for the traveling musician because it is so portable and relatively inexpensive. The ukelele is a version of a small guitar that originated in Hawaii. In this tutorial you will learn the correct left hand fingering position when you're learning ukulele or for that matter and stringed instruments with frets. Once you get a hang of this technique you will be able to play some easy songs on the uke.
Make a bold and beautiful statement with just one or two designs. Arrange and rearrange, repeat and repeat to carry a design up, down, and 'round and 'round a shirt, skirt, or dress. This instructional embroidery video demonstrates placement and marking techniques. A coordinated skirt and shirt are featured during the first half, while the second half shows how to dress up a camp shirt for guys with alternating palm tree and ukelele motifs. Tune in for some smart embroidery tips!
Want to know how the pros beat the casino at Blackjack or 21? In this gambling tutorial a professional card counter instructs how to count cards and beat the casinos. This technique is not foolproof but often works very well. With the method in this how to video and a lot of practice you will be able to count cards like the kids from MIT. Just don't get caught counting cards or you'll never step foot in Vegas again.
Check out this fun and funky way to decorate your nails with the Union Jack. This how to video demonstrates the technique used for decorating your nails with the stripes British flag. You will need blue, red, and white nail polish, a base coat, and a clear top coat. This look is great for long or short natural nails and acrylic or artificial nails. With this how to video you can apply the British flag Union Jack.
Want a fun alternative for the boring old pink and white French manicure? This tutorial teaches you how to apply this gorgeous leaf inspired French manicure. You will need red, gold and black nail polish, a base coat, red and gold glitter and a clear top coat. This is a gorgeous look for long natural nails as well as acrylic or artificial nails. This technique takes a steady hand and will take a lot of practice to master. With this how to video you will be able to create a leaf inspired Frenc...
Check out this cool technique for mixing nail polish colors. Learn how to apply a black and green mottled nail art with this manicure tutorial. You will need a base coat, two colors of nail polish, a toothpick and a clear top coat. This is a beautiful look for long or short nails and acrylic or artificial nails. With this how to video and you will be able to create this black and green mottled nail polish look.
Learn tips and techniques on how to braid hair including the swirl braid and a few other tips from a hairstyle expert in this free video clip series.
Neil Peart is a famous drummer from the band Rush. Get tips on Neil Peart drumming techniques and how to play one of the beats from the song "La Villa Strangiato" in this free cover songs and drum lessons video series.
Learn how to use a wall to practice soccer alone with expert tips and advice on soccer skill and techniques in this free online soccer video series.
Drying herbs using this method works well for herbs like basil, mint and tarragon. Herbs that don't have the fleshy body like sage Drying herbs like tarragon can be a bit trickier than fleshy herbs like sage. Tarragon is said to be great for your blood pressure and is a wonderful addition to things like soups and stews. Its also adds wonderful freshness to an early morning omelet. After a rough chop and time to dry, these herbs will hold their color and flavor until you are ready to use them....
Polyrhythm is the simultaneous sounding of two or more independent rhythms. A common example of a polyrhythm is 3 notes against 2, with the 3 beat pattern being faster than the 2 beat pattern, so that they both take the same amount of time. This how to video teaches the polyrhythmic structures of 2 against 3 and 3 against 4. This is a technique for the advanced musician and pianist. Watch this how to video and you will finally figure out the mystery behind playing polyrhythms.
An emergency situation at work is about to occur, are you prepared? This first aid how-to video demonstrates what to do in case someone is severely bleeding. Begin by assessing hazards and making the area safe. Wear latex glove and assess the bleeding injury itself. Ask for additional help if need. The first aid tips in this video are sure to keep your workers healthy and happy.
Our tools are no good to us unless they are tuned up properly. As the heart of the workshop, its crucial that our tablesaws are configured to perform their best. So whether you are setting up a new saw, or tuning up your current one, this two part how to video guide will get you where you need to be. Part 1 covers three different methods for aligning the miter slot to the blade as well as a simple technique for attaching and leveling the extension wings. In the second part of our tablesaw set...
In this sequence of electric guitar tutorial videos, we look at another pattern that's good for working on your speed/alternate picking. (Speed Picking is just another term for alternate picking REALLY FAST). In order for you to get really good at these electric guitar techniques, though, you will have to practice.
Most fisherman know what a Texas rig is—a hooked tied to the end of a fishing line with a slip bullet weight right above it. But for some of you pros, that's not good enough. 10-time Bassmaster Classic qualifier Alton Jones shows you a different, better rig—the drop shot. It's one of the hottest rig techniques on the pro fishing circuit. Instead of having the weight above the hook, you'll place the weight at the end of the leader line, right below the hook. Confused? Watch the video to see th...
Learn a few basic moves and techniques of fighting with Taijutsu. Part 1 of 7 - How to Learn Taijutsu.
In this first clip, Chef John shows the basic restaurant technique for poaching eggs. Due to the high-volume of a brunch service, it is almost impossible to poach eggs “to order.” They are poached ahead of time and held in cold water until final plating, when they are re-heated in simmering water for a few minutes. This method also works great at home for smaller batches as you’ll see. Once you’ve poached your eggs and have them in cold water you are free to set up the rest of the plate
Chef John shows you a fantastic, all-purpose salad dressing using sherry vinegar. The second is a technique that makes emulsifying a dressing a fast and easy process. The reason I like sherry vinegar so much is that combines the complex, tartness of really good wine vinegar, with the rich, sweetness of balsamic vinegar. The vinaigrette shown today literally goes great with everything; whether it’s under a delicate filet of poached fish, over a grilled steak, or with an avocado salad, as you s...
Get free lessons on basic techniques for Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu in this video series featuring black belt Wesley Rhodes.
Kicking is an important component of kung fu and Chinese martial arts. Learn some kicking tips and expand your arsenal from a martial arts expert in this free video series.
Getting someone in a wrist lock is sometimes the best way to defend yourself. See how to do the basic Aikido technique Kotegaeshi in this free Aikido training video series featuring 5th degree black belt and US Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee Fred Mastison Sensei.
expert will cover the Japanese Aikido style of Shomen Uchi Waza and teach you several of the vital techniques that make up the form.
This video knitting tutorial demonstrates a technique for how to stitch two sides at once with a double-knitting technique. It's like knitting a tube. Learn how to stitch a double-knitting technique by watching this instructional video.
In this how to video series, learn about swift water rescue and how to wade and swim through white water, from white water rescue technician Fergus Coffey. Fergus will teach you invaluable tips on swift water rescue and how to swim in and swim out of swift water. He will teach how to swim over a strainer, when it is safe to stand in white water, and how to avoid foot entrapment in swift water. Fergus will also teach and demonstrate how to safely enter white water, defensive swimming, aggressi...
Craig Brockie delivers the goods with a how to video on Emotional Freedom Techniques, or EFT. Learn these powerful techniques to reach your highest potential and reduce stress, increase focus and will, and overall acheive positive results. Watch this tutorial and you will be able to overcome cravings and reduce stress with EFT.
This video teaches you visually how do the Hammer/Pull technique on the banjo
Detache is French for separate bows, not to be confused with the English "detached", with space between the notes. With this tutorial you will learn to play the detache bowing technique on the violin. The detache technique helps build a consistent and confident sound, improves projection and improves control of the entire bow, especially at the very frog and tip. Play as loud as possible. Bow next to the bridge (Control the "Sounding Point"). Keep the bow straight and flat. Use the entire upp...
Martelé is French for hammered or with a hammer. You will learn how to play the Martelle bowing technique on the violin with this tutorial. This is played slow with no metronome and away from the bridge. Starting at the tip, using the upper half, throw the bow up bow going exactly to the middle of the bow. The sound should be exactly the same as collé ("T") just louder because you are using the entire upper half. Throw the bow up bow with the biceps. Do the same down bow starting exactly in t...
This MIG Welding video, shows the Mig Welding Pull Technique. You can either push your mig welding gun or pull your mig welding gun during the welding process. Watch this video welding tutorial and learn how to Mig weld using the pull technique.
This music tutorial shows you how to break up a regular piano chord into a technique called Alberti Bass. This technique makes piano chords more interesting and can also give the chord more direction instead of a regular block chord sound. Watch this how to video and you will be playing the Alberti Bass pattern in no time.
Watch this video to learn how to do the encaustic painting technique, or painting with wax - a technique used by Egyptians and Romans!
In this instructional clip, you'll learn how to most effectively teach the vibrato playing technique to novice cello players through use of the "robot wave" method. This tutorial will also be of use to students of the cello are themselves looking to master the vibrato technique.
Professional illustrator Stik walks through some drawing techniques using chalk pastels. Chalk pastels are familiar from Degas sketches, and create a soft finish. They can be used to shade and the hard edge can function as a pencil. Learn some techniques of rendering pictures with chalk pastels by watching this video drawing tutorial.
This how to video teaches techniques for doing a outward scream without hurting your voice. This tutorial goes over proper breathing and vocal techniques for heavy metal or thrash metal vocals. Follow the steps for this growl like sound and you'll be singing in a metal band in no time.
If you have ever been curious about playing squash, watch this how to video. This is a quick squash playing tutorial that will go over the basics of playing this sport. Learn about the "U" technique, useful repeatable movements, wrist positioning, and the importance of straight lines in the game of squash.
Watch this how to video to learn Tibetan sound healing techniques. Use these five guided practices for clearing obstacles, accessing positive qualities, and uncovering your inner wisdom.
This video shows you how to use John Martin's Bow Roll Rescue Technique when kayaking.
