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Intro to Horns pt.2 *New
Tommy Witkowski shows MakingMusicMag.com different warm-up techniques for
the trumpet. He also talks about how to play and use harmonics. Tommy talks
about the importance of learning to play in the low range before moving on to high
notes, which he demonstrates in this video.
Interviewing Paul James *New
Musician Paul James talks about writing music through his travels. A hair stylist by day, James got an early start in music playing drums at the age of nine but soon picked up guitar. He talks to the staff at Making Music magazine about his musical inspiration and his early influences. He says
it's important to always learn something new.
Intro to Playing Horns
Tommy Witkowski shows MakingMusicMag.com techniques for learning the
trombone, including proper breathing and the use of harmonic octaves.
Ideas for Piano *New
Tommy Witkowski gives some ideas for keyboard/piano warm-ups and shows
different ways to improvise to the staff at MakingMusicMag.com. Tommy has
been playing music for more than 30 years and plays keyboards, bass guitar,
rhythm guitar, trombone and trumpet, in addition to singing vocals.
Interview with Vince pt 2
Our Staff writer Adam interviews Vince Petralito who plans home redesigns in central
New York, is a singer songwriter who recently recorded a CD of original and cover material.
He came into our studio at Making Music magazine to perform some of his original work
and talk about his recording experience, song writing techniques, and warm up tips.
Interviewing Vince Petralito part 1
Our Staff writer Adam interviews singer/ songwriter Vince Petralito on recording an
album and playing with other musicians.
Perfect Singing Posture While Sitting
Jackie from MakingMusicMag.com shows us simple tips on singing posture while
sitting down.
Jumbie Jam Steel Drum
Our Staff writer Jackie introduces us to a Jumbie Jam Steel Drum made by Panyard.
She shows how to use the drum in it's most basic form.
Tuning Guitar to Piano
Staff Writer Adam shows us how to tune your guitar when it is out of tune.
Using a keyboard and then tuning the guitar to it self.
Incorporating Minor Scales
Alex teaches us how to play C and D minor scales on the keyboard.
He is joined by Adam to show us how to incorporate minor scales into songs.
Using a Capo to Change the Pitch
Our Staff writers Jackie and Adam show us how using a capo can
change the pitch and even how you play a song.
How to Play a Cajon
Pat Yurco demonstrates how to use a Cajon drum.
Piano Lesson 2
Our writer Alex Suskind teaches another lesson on the piano.
Guitar Wheel Demo
Our staff writer Adam Dolge shares a great tool called the Guitar Wheel. Great for beginners and professionals alike, Adam explains how easy it is to use.
Alesis USB Drum Set Demo
Pat Yurco, biologist by day, drummer by night. He demos an Alesis USB Drum Trigger
for us at the Making Music Mag headquarters.
Intro to Keyboards
Our writer Alex Suskind teaches his first lesson on the piano.
