Music Education: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Piano Sheets
A vast resource of piano sheet music for beginners compiled from different websites on the internet.
A vast resource of piano sheet music for beginners compiled from different websites on the internet.
Christmas Sheet Music
A compilation of Christmas sheet music for guitar and piano.
A compilation of Christmas sheet music for guitar and piano.
Piano Sheets for Kids
A list of Christmas piano sheet music for kids.
A list of Christmas piano sheet music for kids.
Violin Sheet Music
A collection of sheet music meant to be played on the violin.
A collection of sheet music meant to be played on the violin.
Sheet Music
A growing resource of sheet music for beginners available online.
A growing resource of sheet music for beginners available online.
Family and Friendship
A list of memorable songs for and about friendships. You can suggest other songs to be included on the list.
A list of memorable songs for and about friendships. You can suggest other songs to be included on the list.
Carol of the Bells
Link to "Carol of the Bells" music sheet for piano and flute.
Link to "Carol of the Bells" music sheet for piano and flute.
Piano
Piano lessons and resources for beginner's. Has links to everything you need to know about the basics of piano playing.
Piano lessons and resources for beginner's. Has links to everything you need to know about the basics of piano playing.
Famous Musicians
Biographical information about famous musicians and composers categorized by era.
Biographical information about famous musicians and composers categorized by era.
More Christmas Sheet Music
A compilation of free Christmas sheet music for flute and violin.
A compilation of free Christmas sheet music for flute and violin.
Types of Pianos
About the piano, the different types of pianos and their respective descriptions.
About the piano, the different types of pianos and their respective descriptions.
Clarinet Sheet Music
A collection of sheet music for clarinet beginners.
A collection of sheet music for clarinet beginners.
Minor Scales
Explanation on minor scales and how to form them.
Explanation on minor scales and how to form them.
Violin Parts
Description of the various parts of the violin.
Description of the various parts of the violin.
Fingering Guides
Fingering guides and charts for various types of musical instruments.
Fingering guides and charts for various types of musical instruments.
Flute Sheet Music
A collection of sheet music for the flute.
A collection of sheet music for the flute.
Musical Instrument Library
A compilation of musical instrument profiles arranged alphabetically, by type or by the Sachs-Hornbostel System.
A compilation of musical instrument profiles arranged alphabetically, by type or by the Sachs-Hornbostel System.
Types of Violins
Information on the different sizes and types of violin.
Information on the different sizes and types of violin.
Parts of the Cello
Explores the parts of the cello, their names and functions.
Explores the parts of the cello, their names and functions.
Antonio Vivaldi
An image gallery of famous musicians who played string instruments.
An image gallery of famous musicians who played string instruments.
Play an Instrument
Benefits of music education and reasons why you should learn to play a musical instrument.
Benefits of music education and reasons why you should learn to play a musical instrument.
Trumpet History
A timeline of the trumpet's history.
A timeline of the trumpet's history.
Fathers' Day Songs
A list of songs to honor that special man - dad!. A collection of songs for Fathers' Day.
A list of songs to honor that special man - dad!. A collection of songs for Fathers' Day.
Parts of a Song
You've heard about the verse, bridge, chorus, refrain, coda, etc. These are all parts of a song, here's a concise explanation of each part.
You've heard about the verse, bridge, chorus, refrain, coda, etc. These are all parts of a song, here's a concise explanation of each part.
Playing the Guitar
What you need to know about guitar for beginners. A step by step guide on guitar basics every beginning guitar player should know. Contains links to relevant resources.
What you need to know about guitar for beginners. A step by step guide on guitar basics every beginning guitar player should know. Contains links to relevant resources.
Sax Sheet Music
A collection of sheet music for the saxophone.
A collection of sheet music for the saxophone.
Famous Black Musicians
A list of famous black musicians belonging to different periods.
A list of famous black musicians belonging to different periods.
Coloring Book
Images of music instruments for kids to color.
Images of music instruments for kids to color.
Music Theory
A compilation of lesson plans which teaches music theory.
A compilation of lesson plans which teaches music theory.
Saxophone Types
The different types of saxophones and their respective descriptions.
The different types of saxophones and their respective descriptions.
Star Spangled Banner
Features the lyrics, midi and sheet music of the Star Spangled Banner.
Features the lyrics, midi and sheet music of the Star Spangled Banner.
Clarinet Music Sheets
A list of Christmas sheet music for the clarinet.
A list of Christmas sheet music for the clarinet.
History of Christmas Carols
Brief history of how Christmas carols originated.
Brief history of how Christmas carols originated.
Graduation Songs
A list of songs to make your graduation day more memorable.
A list of songs to make your graduation day more memorable.
Love Songs
Love songs goes hand in hand with romance. Here are several songs about falling in love. Listen to it with your special someone and fall in love all over again.
Love songs goes hand in hand with romance. Here are several songs about falling in love. Listen to it with your special someone and fall in love all over again.
Music Symbols Quiz
Music Symbols Quiz- Test Your Knowledge of Basic Music Symbols by Taking This Quiz
Music Symbols Quiz- Test Your Knowledge of Basic Music Symbols by Taking This Quiz
Major Scales
All about major scales.
All about major scales.
George Frideric Handel
An image gallery of the top 10 quotes made by famous composers.
An image gallery of the top 10 quotes made by famous composers.
Disney Movie Songs
A list of memorable songs from Disney animated movies.
A list of memorable songs from Disney animated movies.
Wedding Music
A collection of instrumental/classical wedding music you can use for your special day.
A collection of instrumental/classical wedding music you can use for your special day.
Music and Martin Luther King
Some personal facts you should know about Martin Luther King Jr.
Some personal facts you should know about Martin Luther King Jr.
Buying A Piano
Guidelines on buying a piano. Tips and advice before you buy your first piano.
Guidelines on buying a piano. Tips and advice before you buy your first piano.
Instruments for Beginners
Top 10 music instruments for beginners and budding musicians.
Top 10 music instruments for beginners and budding musicians.
Violin History
The history of the violin, important facts and information.
The history of the violin, important facts and information.
The Elements of Music
Learn more about the 8 basic elements of music such as harmony, rhythm and tempo.
Learn more about the 8 basic elements of music such as harmony, rhythm and tempo.
Kids Sheet Music
A compilation of sheet music for children.
A compilation of sheet music for children.
sus2 and sus4 Chords
Explanation on what are sus2 and sus4 chords as well as how they are formed.
Explanation on what are sus2 and sus4 chords as well as how they are formed.
Trumpet Sheet Music
A collection of Christmas sheet music for the trumpet.
A collection of Christmas sheet music for the trumpet.
Marching Band Instruments
Profiles of musical instruments used in marching bands.
Profiles of musical instruments used in marching bands.
Free Printables
Free music education printables for use in the home or classroom. Download and/or save free PDF files to help you in your music teaching.
Free music education printables for use in the home or classroom. Download and/or save free PDF files to help you in your music teaching.
Types of Flutes
The different types of flutes and their descriptions.
The different types of flutes and their descriptions.
What is Hanukkah?
More information on Hanukkah, historical facts, related songs and more.
More information on Hanukkah, historical facts, related songs and more.
Trumpet Music Sheets
A collection of trumpet sheet music.
A collection of trumpet sheet music.
Viola
Image of the viola. An image gallery of musical instruments belonging to the string family.
Image of the viola. An image gallery of musical instruments belonging to the string family.
Music History 101
An introduction to music, a beginners guide to music, its' history and different styles and genres.
An introduction to music, a beginners guide to music, its' history and different styles and genres.
Saxophone History
Saxophone history. About the saxophone and its' history.
Saxophone history. About the saxophone and its' history.
Dotted Notes, Rests and More
Music theory 101, musical notation and music symbols.
Music theory 101, musical notation and music symbols.
Clarinet History
A brief history of the clarinet, famous clarinet players and composers for the clarinet.
A brief history of the clarinet, famous clarinet players and composers for the clarinet.
Online Music Degree
A list of colleges and universities offering online music degrees.
A list of colleges and universities offering online music degrees.
Baroque Music Timeline
A timeline of music events during the Baroque period.
A timeline of music events during the Baroque period.
Piano Method Books
Top piano method books for children age 7 and up.
Top piano method books for children age 7 and up.
Classical Period Timeline
A timeline of music events that happened during the Classical period.
A timeline of music events that happened during the Classical period.
Pentatonic Scales
All about the pentatonic scale.
All about the pentatonic scale.
Saxophone Sheet Music
A collection of free Christmas sheet music for the saxophone.
A collection of free Christmas sheet music for the saxophone.
Trumpet Parts
Description and functionc of the parts of a trumpet.
Description and functionc of the parts of a trumpet.
Renaissance Timeline
A timeline of Renaissance music. Music information during the renaissance period.
A timeline of Renaissance music. Music information during the renaissance period.
A Guide to Piano Brands
Baldwin pianos have been present since the 1860's and it continues to be one of the best quality piano brands in the market today. Here is more information about this brand.
Baldwin pianos have been present since the 1860's and it continues to be one of the best quality piano brands in the market today. Here is more information about this brand.
What Age to Start?
When to enroll children in music lessons. Explores the question when is the right age for kids to begin music lessons.
When to enroll children in music lessons. Explores the question when is the right age for kids to begin music lessons.
Romantic Music Timeline
A timeline of music-related events during the Romantic period and other music-related events during the Romantic period.
A timeline of music-related events during the Romantic period and other music-related events during the Romantic period.
Clefs, Notes and the Staff
Music theory 101 listing the common notations used in music.
Music theory 101 listing the common notations used in music.
Flute Brands for Beginners
flutes, top flutes, flute brands, flute beginners, flutists, flautists
flutes, top flutes, flute brands, flute beginners, flutists, flautists
Guitar
Image of the Guitar. An image gallery of musical instruments belonging to the string family.
Image of the Guitar. An image gallery of musical instruments belonging to the string family.
Cello Lessons
A compilation of online lessons and resources for the cello.
A compilation of online lessons and resources for the cello.
Repeat Signs
Discusses the use of repeat signs in a piece of music .
Discusses the use of repeat signs in a piece of music .
Action Songs for Kids
A compilation of action songs for kids.
A compilation of action songs for kids.
Thank You Songs
A collection of songs with the words "thank you". Perfect for special occasions like Thanksgiving.
A collection of songs with the words "thank you". Perfect for special occasions like Thanksgiving.
Guide to Piano Brands
With so many piano brands available today, picking one to purchase can be a daunting experience. To guide you on your decision, here are several profiles of popular piano brands. Learn about the company history, awards, models and more.
With so many piano brands available today, picking one to purchase can be a daunting experience. To guide you on your decision, here are several profiles of popular piano brands. Learn about the company history, awards, models and more.
Auld Lang Syne
Offers a sheet music of Auld Lang Syne for different instruments.
Offers a sheet music of Auld Lang Syne for different instruments.
Jingle Bells
Brief history of the Christmas carol "Jingle Bells".
Brief history of the Christmas carol "Jingle Bells".
Violin
Image of the violin. An image gallery of musical instruments belonging to the string family.
Image of the violin. An image gallery of musical instruments belonging to the string family.
Dominant 7th Chord
Discusses what are dominant 7th's and how are they formed.
Discusses what are dominant 7th's and how are they formed.
Music and Math
Lesson plans on math by using music as a learning tool.
Lesson plans on math by using music as a learning tool.
Songs About Mothers
Here are several songs where the central theme is about moms. Links to lyrics and music samples are also provided.
Here are several songs where the central theme is about moms. Links to lyrics and music samples are also provided.
Language Arts
Lesson plans which uses music to reinforce language arts, phonics and reading lessons.
Lesson plans which uses music to reinforce language arts, phonics and reading lessons.
Johann Sebastian Bach
An image gallery of the top 10 quotes made by famous composers.
An image gallery of the top 10 quotes made by famous composers.
Thanksgiving Music
Guides to music resources available online all relating to Thanksgiving.
Guides to music resources available online all relating to Thanksgiving.
TV Theme Songs Quiz
Take this TV Theme Quiz - Test Your Knowledge of TV Theme Songs.
Take this TV Theme Quiz - Test Your Knowledge of TV Theme Songs.
Diminished & Augmented Chords
The meaning of diminished and augmented triads and how it is constructed.
The meaning of diminished and augmented triads and how it is constructed.
Clapping Games
Several clapping games kids and kids at heart will enjoy playing.
Several clapping games kids and kids at heart will enjoy playing.
Franz Liszt
An image gallery of piano masters, including famous pianists and composers for the piano.
An image gallery of piano masters, including famous pianists and composers for the piano.
Music of the 20th Century
A timeline of music events during the 20th century.
A timeline of music events during the 20th century.
Movie Musicals
A list of popular musical movies for children.
A list of popular musical movies for children.
Famous Music Quotes
Top 10 music quotes by famous composers. Inspirational quotes from some of the world's greatest composers.
Top 10 music quotes by famous composers. Inspirational quotes from some of the world's greatest composers.
Romantic Period
Music forms, styles and composers of the Romantic period.
Music forms, styles and composers of the Romantic period.
Trumpet
Information on the trumpet.
Information on the trumpet.
Harp
Image of the harp. An image gallery of musical instruments belonging to the string family.
Image of the harp. An image gallery of musical instruments belonging to the string family.
Piano Chord Library
A piano chord library to help you in your piano studies.
A piano chord library to help you in your piano studies.
Beats and Meter
Discusses the different types of meter and the corresponding beats.
Discusses the different types of meter and the corresponding beats.
Online Piano Games
Here ares some fun games which will make learning the piano more interesting.
Here ares some fun games which will make learning the piano more interesting.
Medieval Music
Offers a medieval music timeline, a concise timeline of music history during the Medieval or Middle ages.
Offers a medieval music timeline, a concise timeline of music history during the Medieval or Middle ages.
Music Instruments
A collection of lesson plans that teaches about different music instruments.
A collection of lesson plans that teaches about different music instruments.
TV/Movie Personalities
A list of TV/movie personalities who play a musical instrument.
A list of TV/movie personalities who play a musical instrument.
Music Education Grants
A resource of links to grants for music teachers and music schools.
A resource of links to grants for music teachers and music schools.
Buying a Violin
Tips on buying a violin, whether you are a beginner wanting to buy your first violin or a pro looking to upgrade.
Tips on buying a violin, whether you are a beginner wanting to buy your first violin or a pro looking to upgrade.
Lesson Plans by Subject
A collection of music education lesson plans arranged by subject.
A collection of music education lesson plans arranged by subject.
Clarinet Types
The different types of clarinets and their respective descriptions
The different types of clarinets and their respective descriptions
Forming Major Chords
Tutorial on how to form a major triad on a keyboard.
Tutorial on how to form a major triad on a keyboard.
The Orff Approach
What exactly is the Orff approach and what makes it different from other music education methods? Here are things you should know about the Orff Approach to music education.
What exactly is the Orff approach and what makes it different from other music education methods? Here are things you should know about the Orff Approach to music education.
Harmonic Intervals
Explanation of harmonic intervals.
Explanation of harmonic intervals.
Music Theory 101
Guides to basic music theory every beginning music student should know.
Guides to basic music theory every beginning music student should know.
Buying a Flute
About the flute. Tips and suggestions before you buy a flute.
About the flute. Tips and suggestions before you buy a flute.
Family Songs
A collection of songs for and about families.
A collection of songs for and about families.
Verse/Chorus/Bridge Song Form
An extension of the verse/chorus song form is to add a bridge. Here's how to do it.
An extension of the verse/chorus song form is to add a bridge. Here's how to do it.
Violin Books
List of the most popular violin books for adult beginners.
List of the most popular violin books for adult beginners.
Love Songs of the 1920s
Timeless songs from the 1920s recorded by legendary singers like Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Ruth Etting, Connie Francis and many others.
Timeless songs from the 1920s recorded by legendary singers like Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Ruth Etting, Connie Francis and many others.
Christmas Music Quiz
Take this Christmas Music Quiz - Test Your Knowledge of Christmas Music.
Take this Christmas Music Quiz - Test Your Knowledge of Christmas Music.
African Music
Introduction to African music.
Introduction to African music.
Saxophone Parts
The parts of the saxophone and their functions.
The parts of the saxophone and their functions.
Piano Music Sheets
A compilation of free sheet music for the piano by composers of the Romantic Period.
A compilation of free sheet music for the piano by composers of the Romantic Period.
The Music Arranger
Information for and about music arrangers.
Information for and about music arrangers.
Christmas Music Sheets
A collection of free and/or fee-based sheet music especially for Christmas.
A collection of free and/or fee-based sheet music especially for Christmas.
20th Century Music
More information on the music forms, styles and composers of the 20th century.
More information on the music forms, styles and composers of the 20th century.
Voice Types
Learn about why the voice is considered a musical instrument as well as the different types of voices.
Learn about why the voice is considered a musical instrument as well as the different types of voices.
Classical Music
Musical styles and forms of the Classical period.
Musical styles and forms of the Classical period.
Guitar Tabs
A huge list of guitar tabs for beginners available online.
A huge list of guitar tabs for beginners available online.
Music and History
Links to lesson plans which incorporates music activities to teach about history.
Links to lesson plans which incorporates music activities to teach about history.
Irish Songs
A collection of Irish songs with links to sheet music, lyrics and song samples.
A collection of Irish songs with links to sheet music, lyrics and song samples.
Piano Books
Piano books for adults to help you learn the basics of playing the piano.
Piano books for adults to help you learn the basics of playing the piano.
Types of Trumpets
A list of the different types of trumpets.
A list of the different types of trumpets.
Buying a Guitar
Guidelines on buying a guitar. Some helpful tips and advice on buying your first guitar.
Guidelines on buying a guitar. Some helpful tips and advice on buying your first guitar.
Parts of the Flute
Covers the main parts of the flute and their descriptions and functions.
Covers the main parts of the flute and their descriptions and functions.
Major 7th and Minor 7th
Defines what are major and minor 7ths and how they are formed.
Defines what are major and minor 7ths and how they are formed.
Baroque Composers
This era was a time of experimentation. The role of music in society continued to expand and there was growing awareness of national styles. Here are several composers of Baroque music:
This era was a time of experimentation. The role of music in society continued to expand and there was growing awareness of national styles. Here are several composers of Baroque music:
Parts of the Guitar
Let's look at the different parts of the guitar and the function of each part through this image gallery.
Let's look at the different parts of the guitar and the function of each part through this image gallery.
Trumpet Lessons
A compilation of trumpet lessons and resources from various sources online.
A compilation of trumpet lessons and resources from various sources online.
Double Bass Lessons
A compilation of online lessons and resources for the double bass or string bass.
A compilation of online lessons and resources for the double bass or string bass.
Chromatic Scale
All about the chromatic scale.
All about the chromatic scale.
Buying A Cello
Tips before you buy a cello.
Tips before you buy a cello.
Medieval Composers
The Middle Ages signifies the beginning of musical notation. Here are some famous musicians during that era.
The Middle Ages signifies the beginning of musical notation. Here are some famous musicians during that era.
What is a Strophic Song?
More information on the strophic song form.
More information on the strophic song form.
Fingerboard, Frets, Strings and Position Markers
Let's look at the different parts of the guitar and the function of each part through this image gallery.
Let's look at the different parts of the guitar and the function of each part through this image gallery.
Remembering 9/11
Links to songs inspired by the tragedy of 9/11.
Links to songs inspired by the tragedy of 9/11.
Chord Patterns
Let's put all the chords we learned so far together and see what melodies we can come up with.
Let's put all the chords we learned so far together and see what melodies we can come up with.
Famous and Talented
A list of famous names in arts, science and sports who play an instrument.
A list of famous names in arts, science and sports who play an instrument.
Romantic Composers
A list of composers during the Romantic Period.
A list of composers during the Romantic Period.
Circle of Fifths
Explanation and illustration of the Circle of Fifths.
Explanation and illustration of the Circle of Fifths.
Clarinet Lessons
Guide to online clarinet lessons and resources.
Guide to online clarinet lessons and resources.
Types of Operas
Description of the different types of operas.
Description of the different types of operas.
The I, IV and V Chord
What does the Roman Numeral I, IV and V stand for in music? Learn the asnwer through this article.
What does the Roman Numeral I, IV and V stand for in music? Learn the asnwer through this article.
How To Form Minor Triads
How to form minor triads or minor chords on a keyboard.
How to form minor triads or minor chords on a keyboard.