Music can be a very difficult activity to get into. Although with some practice and helpful hands, you can soon realize how life-changing and powerful music can be. This website is designed to expose you to the very basics of music and provide a simple introduction to its fundamentals. We will begin with an overview of the most common musical instruments.
The piano is a keyboard instrument that uses either electric sounds or internal strings to play notes. It is in the key of C and is used in many different ensembles.
The violin is an orchestral string instrument that creates sounds through vibrating the strings with a bow. It is in the key of C and is used mainly in classical ensembles.
The cello is an orchesetral string instrument that creates sounds through vibrating the strings with a bow. It is in the key of C and is used mainly in classical ensembles.
The double bass, also known as the upright bass or simply the bass, is an orchesetral string instrument that creates sounds through vibrating the strings with a bow. It is in the key of C and is used in either classical or jazz ensembles.
The guitar is a string instrument that comes in different variations, classical (nylon), acoustic, telecaster, or stratocaster. Sound is created by plucking or strumming strings. It is in the key of C and is used in many different ensembles.
The clarient is a woodwind instrument that creates sound by blowing on a wooden reed, which creates vibrations. It is in the key of Bb and is used mainly in either classical or jazz ensembles.
The flute is a woodwind instrument that creates sound by blowing into a headjoint, which causes air to vibrate. It is in the key of C and is used mainly in classical ensembles.
The trumpet is a brass instrument that creates sound by vibrating or "buzzing" lips against the metal mouthpiece. It is in the key of Bb and is used in many different ensembles.
The trombone is a brass instrument that creates sound by vibrating or "buzzing" lips against the metal mouthpiece. It is in the key of C and is used in many different ensembles.
The tuba is a brass instrument that creates sound by vibrating or "buzzing" lips against the metal mouthpiece. It is made in many different keys and is used in many different ensembles.