Get just the right sound for your drum beats and sampled tracks. Learn how to use the sound editing features and presets of FL Studio in this free digital audio workstation tutorial from our music recording expert.
Use Fruity Loops generators to create a variety of sounds. Learn how to use the sound generator features of FL Studio in this free digital audio workstation tutorial from our music recording expert.
There are several types of chords including major, minor, suspended and dominant. Watch this experienced musician as he explains the basic essentials of music theory such as understanding notes and beats in this free online video series.
Learn how to voice certain chords on the piano in this free video music series that will teach you how to utilize one of the essentials of mastering the piano - voicing chords.
In this video series, watch as percussion master Alex Spurkel teaches how to play the doumbek African drum. Learn different hits and forms for this African percussion instrument in these quick and easy step by step music lesson and get useful drumming tips to improve rhythm and form.
In this video series, watch as computer and music specialist Matt Nichols teaches how to use Virtual DJ.
Our Halloween expert Matt Cail already has everything planned out for you, from movie and music suggestions to tips on keeping out party crashers.
In this video series, let Sarolta Eke and Tamas Kassai show you how to dance the Paso Doble. With these free dance lessons, you can learn how to do a variety of Paso Doble movements and techniques. Also, learn how to follow the music, and receive tips for easy choreography. So, take some time and learn this exciting Latin dance today.
Not a social butterfly? You can go out into the world while ignoring a particular person or just not get caught up in a conversation with anyone at all. With the use of some distracting devices and a little acting you can be on your way.
Every new Apple computer ships with an Apple remote, which can activate the Front Row program and let you play music, view photos or watch videos when you are away from your computer. However, Apple remotes will connect to all nearby devices, so people with multiple Macs or iPods close to each other, may have trouble controlling them with the remote. In that situation, it's wise to disable the Apple remote connection on the devices you do not want to connect to.
Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, has changed the way audiophiles listen and create music. He's a very influential part of everyone, whether they know it or not. Pay tribute to the King of Pop by drawing a skillful sketch of him and his signature dance. DragoArt has this video tutorial on how to draw a Michael Jackson sketch. Get more detailed instructions on the step-by-step cartoon drawing here.
Play jazz like John Coltrane on your saxophone. Learn how to play the saxophone in this free music lesson from a professional sax player.
Half-diminished 7th chords on the saxophone provide an exotic, beautiful sound. Learn how to play half-diminished 7th chords, plus get expert tips and advice on scales and music theory, in this free saxophone lesson video series.
The bossa nova drum beat is a Latin groove that's derived from Brazilian music. Learn various techniques and tips for playing the bossa nova drum beat with expert tips in this free video series.
How to play the maracas; get professional tips and advice from an expert on playing traditional Mexican musical instruments in this free music lesson video series.
The triangle, rain sticks, claves and maracas are all types of percussion instruments that come from all over the world. Learn more about several types of percussion instruments from a professional musician in this free music lesson video series.
Playing ukulele chords is easy and fun on this great little instrument. Learn how to play a variety of ukulele chords with expert tips in this free music lesson video series.
For music lover with a car there are countless choices to be made. Not the least of these is choosing an amplifier. There are countless options and things to take into account and this free video series will help guide you through.
Learn how to play the triangle in this free video series that will show you how to play the triangle and provide you with other percussion instrument techniques with these video music lessons.
Want to learn how to play simple songs such as "Mary Had a Little Lamb" on the shakuhachi Japanese flute? Learn how to find notes as well as intervals and octaves on the shakuhachi flute in this free music lesson video series.
Curious about the Shakuhachi Japanese flute? Learn all about the instrument, including how to play it, in this free music lesson video series.
Discover upright bass scales and patterns, as well as how to move between chords. Learn about playing the upright or double bass in this free video series from a music teacher.
GarageBand can be used to podcast, blog and upload created music directly from the sofware itself. Upload a song created in GarageBand after watching these free videos on software plugin tips and general user tips.
It is cheaper than ever to create your own music easily at home on your computer. Learn how to use the Apple program Garage Band; learn to create, edit, and mix your own music in this free instructional video series.
Pro Tool is in almost every big studio in the world. Learn how to use the automation function of this industry standard software and record your own music in this free video series.
Pro Tool is in almost every big studio in the world. Learn how to use it and record your own music in this free video series.
Borrow a few sounds from other songs to make your mix stand out. Learn how to use samples with Logic Pro 8 software in this free music production tool from a professional audio engineer.
Equalizing (EQing) instruments, vocals and effects is an important part of the mix process. Learn how to use Logic Pro 8 features to mix your recordings in this free music production tool from a professional audio engineer.
Pro Tool is in almost every big studio in the world. Learn how to use it and record your own music in this free video series.
Play the verse, chorus, and bass line of "Jingle Bells" on the piano. Learn how to play "Jingle Bells" in this free piano video from a music theory graduate.
Learn how to play the Melodica in this free music lesson video from a professional multi-instrument musician.
Violin double stops can be a challenge. Learn how to play violin double stops using violin sheet music in this free video series of online violin lessons.
Play upright bass scales and learn about minor and major scales. Learn about upright bass octave scales in this free stringed instrument video from a music teacher.
Violinists can improve their skills by playing these third position exercises, including double stops and scales . Learn how to play third position exercises on the violin in this free music lesson from a professional violinist.
Practice upright bass with easy basslines in different keys and styles. Learn how to play simple upright bass basslines from a music teacher in this free bowed string instrument video series.
String instruments make up a large part of many orchestras and include the violins, violas, cellos and double bass. Learn all about the characteristics and history of string instruments with tips from a composer in this free music video series.
Learn how to play tremolo on the mandolin in this free video series of music lessons. Part 1 of 16 - How to Play with tremolo on the mandolin.
Playing violin in tune is one of the most important parts of a violinists' performance. Learn some violin intonation exercises with tips from a classically trained violinist in this free music lesson video series.
Learn how to play the cello in this free online music lesson, including playing techniques, tuning, basic scales, bow and instrument care and more.
Looking for a fascinating new instrument to play? Discover the Native American flute with instruction from a professional musician in this free music video series.