Expert Village is the home for music lovers. Do you find yourself humming tunes or even playing them on instruments at home? Then, let the experts at Expert Village teach you how to better appreciate music. Learn about the history of music, how to play a musical instrument and even how to record and produce your first CD or music video. Whether your interest lies in music as a hobby or a profession, our contributors can teach you how to get the most out of music - the art form and the profession.
The theremin is the world's first electronic musical instrument. Playing a theremin takes practice, but it's an impressive and unique skill! Learn how to play the theremin in this free series of instructional music videos from a professional avant garde musician. more »
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Learn how to read sheet music in these free music theory video lessons, with explanations of bass clefs, treble clefs, time signatures, ledger lines, rhythmic notation, sharps, flats, naturals and accidentals. more »
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How to be a rock star: get expert tips on building confidence, handling equipment, and preparing to perform a live show in these free music performance video lessons. more »
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The fiddle is a beautiful yet difficult-to-master instrument. Learn how to play the old British song "The West End" on fiddle, plus get information about folk song structure and tips on fiddle bowing techniques in this free fiddle playing instructional video series. more »
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Make homemade trumpets, xylophones, maracas, kazoos and more! In this free instructional video clip series, an expert will show you how to make a variety of musical instruments with your kids using everyday items around the house. more »
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From humming to clapping out rhythms to playing the triangle, maracas, and more: learn fun tips and techniques on how to teach music to kids and introduce basic concepts of music to your child, in this free online video series. more »
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Castanets are rhythmic hand instruments used in Flamenco dance. Learn the basics of how to play the castanets and get performance tips from an expert Flamenco dancer and instructor in these free online video music lessons. more »
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From playing the keyboard and bass notes to operating the bellows, learn all about how to play the accordion in these free online video music lessons for beginners, with tips on playing simple songs and on how to hold and care for your accordion. more »
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Learn how to play jigs and other songs on the hammered dulcimer, and learn dulcimer techniques such as flam and pedal muting, in these free instructional video clip lessons on how to play a dulcimer. more »
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Learn all about guitar amps from an amplifier technician in these free online instructional videos, including getting the best sound with tubes, effects, equalizers, gain, distortion and more. more »
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Learn how to build a theremin in this free online video guide to electronic musical instruments, including the history of theremins, playing tips, and how to build your own. more »
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Learn how to play the banjo, including chords, rolls, picking techniques, and tips on tuning, instrument care, and purchasing a banjo in these free video music lessons. more »
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Learn the art of Hindustani vocal music in these free online video voice lessons, including the history and lyrics of traditional Hindustani ragas, singing styles and voice training exercises, and watch a Hindustani musical performance. more »
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