String Instruments The Harp: History and Characteristics 25 October 2022 / 16 November 2024 by Team HmS The harp is a musical instrument played by plucking its strings, which is why it is considered a plucked chordophone. Moreover, it holds a prominent place in the history of music. This is because the harp is still the most ancient instrument known, crafted in various forms and widespread across every country and significant historical […] Read more »
Wind Instruments and Aerophones Learning to Play the Accordion 23 October 2022 / 16 November 2024 by Team HmS If you are unfamiliar with the history and types of accordions, we recommend reading our article on how an accordion is made and how it works. Now, we’d like to share some tips for those looking to learn how to play this instrument. The first step to properly playing the accordion is undoubtedly adopting the […] Read more »
Guitar String Instruments Learning to Play the Electric Guitar 23 October 2022 / 16 November 2024 by Team HmS The acoustic or classical guitar, as we know, is a string instrument, a chordophone. Unlike the acoustic guitar, the electric guitar differs in two fundamental ways: the absence or significant reduction of the soundbox and the sound of the strings, which is reproduced and sent via microphones (pickups) that capture the vibrations. In this article, […] Read more »
String Instruments Best Apps to Learn How to Play the Piano 22 October 2022 / 16 November 2024 by Team HmS Traditionally, the best way to learn how to play the piano is through private lessons with a teacher. However, not everyone can afford such a long-term investment.In this case, there are two options: give up the dream of playing the piano or explore alternative methods.One of these methods is the opportunity to learn piano through […] Read more »
Idiophones Sicilian Marranzano: History and Curiosities of the Jew’s Harp 21 October 2022 / 16 November 2024 by Team HmS Few instruments in the world represent the essence and culture of an entire people like the Sicilian Marranzano. Also known as the Jaw Harp, jew’s harp, or juice harp, this instrument is closely tied to the image of Sicily itself. Hearing its sound immediately brings to mind the island’s stunning coasts, castles, villages, and unique […] Read more »
Guitar String Instruments Best Apps to Learn How to Play the Guitar 21 October 2022 / 15 November 2024 by Team HmS Learning to play a musical instrument can be a dream for many people.Whether it’s to perform for others, play your favorite songs, or express your creative flair, it is a healthy habit that can significantly change how you spend your free time and, over time, may become something you can’t live without. Often, learning as […] Read more »
Events Namm 2025 20 October 2022 / 15 November 2024 by Team HmS When and Where It Takes Place Following the triumphant return post-pandemic and the successful April 2023 debut, the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) is set to host the NAMM Show from January 21 to 25, 2025, at the historic Anaheim Convention Center in California. This venue, the largest exhibition space on the West Coast, […] Read more »
Wind Instruments and Aerophones Learning to Play the Harmonica 19 October 2022 / 15 November 2024 by Team HmS How many have received a harmonica as a gift during their childhood? Perhaps it’s no longer as fashionable today. For many, however, it was their first approach to the world of music, along with the inevitable recorder (or the melodica…) for compulsory school.Often, we stopped at playing “Oh Susanna” before abandoning it in a drawer; […] Read more »
Percussion Instruments The 6 Best Acoustic Drum VST Plugins 19 October 2022 / 15 November 2024 by Team HmS A virtual acoustic drum plugin may not appeal to some music purists—especially those passionate about natural sound—but it proves to be a great opportunity for recording compared to using a real drum kit in a studio. It primarily represents logistical, time, and financial savings, which can greatly benefit bands or musicians at their early stages […] Read more »
Wind Instruments and Aerophones The Recorder: How It’s Made and Its History 18 October 2022 / 15 November 2024 by Team HmS The recorder is a wooden musical instrument belonging to the aerophone family. It is commonly referred to as a whistle instrument because the sound is generated when air, channeled through a specific duct, is directed against a surface called the labium. The Soprano Recorder The soprano recorder is the most well-known version, often studied in […] Read more »
