As you begin learning how to play piano, it’s important to develop an understanding of basic music theory while you build your technique and fundamental mechanics. One very critical piece of introductory music theory that beginner piano players all need to know is the difference between the two most common musical tonalities: major and minor.

Before you pick up the electric guitar and begin performing, practicing, or even leisurely strumming your favorite songs, there is one critical step that always needs to be taken—checking the tuning of your instrument and adjusting as needed. Knowing how to tune the guitar properly is an essential skill that guitarists of all levels need to master, and is crucial for beginners to learn. Hearing the guitar in its proper tuning is especially important for first-time players as they begin to navigate the fretboard and develop their musical ears.

We are excited to announce that at 4:30 pm PST on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, ArtistWorks will be hosting our Holiday Music Special—a free livestreamed event celebrating the holiday season and the wonderful music that accompanies it.

“Amazing Grace” is a musical work with a fantastically rich history and one that has made an impact across cultures. Originally written in 1772 by English poet and Anglican clergyman, John Newton, the piece has been performed and recorded by hundreds of artists in dozens of different stylistic interpretations throughout the centuries. “Amazing Grace” has had an immense impact on American popular music in particular, and has been performed by various iconic artists including Aretha Franklin, Joan Baez, Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Sam Cooke, Judy Collins, and many more.