If you or your child are taking music lessons (either privately or through school), choosing an instrument can be a daunting task. How do you know if this is the right one for you? There are a few ways you can go about deciding this. An easy thing you could try is to go into […]
Peter Abbonizio
Why is Music Important to Culture?
Most people enjoy music. Whether you can’t get enough rock concerts, play an instrument, or even just love jamming out in your car on the morning commute, music plays a huge role in all of our lives. What is its significance in the broader culture? Music has the potential to tell a deep, sincere story […]
Weird Instruments: The Theremin
There are all sorts of instruments out there in the world, and many of them have been around for hundreds of years. This electronic instrument is just over 100 years old, and the musician doesn’t even touch it in order to play it. Do you know what it is? If you guessed the Theremin, you […]
Music Genre Spotlight: Bluegrass
Bluegrass music has made a huge comeback in recent years. Uniquely American in its origins, this genre blends together the musical traditions of African Americans and Scottish immigrants to create this often melancholic sound. It was developed by displaced workers from the Appalachian region. Themes in bluegrass music include narratives of everyday life, interpersonal relationships, […]
