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12 clarinet mistakes that beginners make
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Last updated Learning how to play the clarinet is equal parts challenging and rewarding.
But when you start, you don’t want that balance to tip in favour of the challenging side.
17 cello maintenance tips
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A well maintained cello is a beautiful instrument with a wonderful sound. Conversely, a cello that hasn’t been well cared for looks and sounds tired.
12 Viola tips for beginners
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When you’re starting out on the viola, a little knowledge goes a long way.
Practical, useful tips can make the difference between a good start and one which makes you question whether the instrument is right for you or not.
When was the violin invented? (Violin history timeline)
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Learning a little about the history of the violin can be a powerful way to inspire yourself along your learning journey.
10 essential drum accessories for beginners
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When you’re starting out on the drums there are certain pieces of gear that are essential from day one.
Imagine sitting down to play and realising you don’t have sticks!
14 common trumpet mistakes beginners make
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When you’re starting out on the trumpet it’s important to know the common mistakes beginners make so you can avoid them.
7 essential saxophone accessories
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To get the most out of your saxophone, you need more than just the instrument itself.
Here are seven accessories you should purchase alongside your sax and how to use them.
10 common flute mistakes and how to avoid them
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Learning the flute requires patience, determination and discipline, there’s no way around that. But there are ways to make the learning process easier and to increase your chances of success.
12 drum tips for beginners
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Getting started on the drums is an exciting but daunting prospect. After all, a drum kit is not a small investment and learning is a long term commitment, so you need to have everything on your side to give yourself the best chance of success.
12 common bass guitar mistakes beginners make
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Learning how to play the bass guitar, like most instruments, is no easy task. It takes determination, patience, and discipline to learn the basics.
7 essential viola accessories
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Before starting to learn the viola, you need to know what the essential accessories are. That’s exactly what you’ll learn from this article.
16 viola maintenance tips (essential for beginners)
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Like most string instruments, violas are delicate but with meticulous care they can stay in great working condition for decades or more.
