Beginning Music Lessons for Children and Adults
Master the dreamy 90s classic “Fade Into You” by Mazzy Star with this easy-to-follow guitar tutorial. We break down the A-E-Bm chord progression, offer simplified power chord alternatives for beginners, and master the signature 6/8 strumming pattern. Perfect for acoustic players looking to capture that iconic atmosphere.
In the world of music theory and performance, understanding scales is the foundation of everything from improvisation to songwriting. Today, we’re diving into a fundamental but essential exercise: The E Minor Diatonic Scale.
Are you ready to take your guitar skills to the next level? Playing with others is one of the most rewarding aspects of learning an instrument, and duets are a …
Alice in Chains’ “Nutshell” is one of the most hauntingly beautiful and emotionally resonant songs in rock history. Whether you’re a beginner looking for your first “moody” track or an experienced player wanting to nail that iconic atmosphere, this guide and tutorial video McMusic Lessons & Performances will walk you through the essentials.
Whether you’re a beginner picking up an instrument for the first time or a seasoned player looking to break through a plateau, the “how” of your practice matters just as much as the “what.”
We are so proud to showcase one of our incredibly talented students, Ellie Adair, performing her original song, “Secondhand Mind,” live at Retro City!
New Orleans is the birthplace of jazz, and its early history is synonymous with the legendary Buddy Bolden. While Bolden never recorded his music, his legacy is captured in some of the most enduring compositions in the jazz and blues canons. One of the most famous pieces attributed to him is the “Buddy Bolden Blues” (also known as “I Thought I Heard Buddy Bolden Say”).
Finding the right music instructor is a lot like finding the right pair of shoes—it has to be the perfect fit. After a long hiatus, I am thrilled to announce that Trial Lessons are officially back at McMusic Lessons & Performances!
Whether you’re a beginner looking to expand your repertoire or an intermediate player refining your fingerpicking technique, Sting’s “Shape of My Heart” is a quintessential piece to master. In a recent tutorial from McMusic Lessons & Performances, we get a deep dive into the specific fingerings and textures that make this song so iconic.
There are few songs that capture the “unplugged” spirit of the 80s better than Guns N’ Roses’ “Patience.” Released on the G N’ R Lies album, it traded the band’s signature Marshall-stack roar for three acoustic guitars and a whistle.