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Geoff (pronounce Jeff) Keith has taught instrumental music lessons for over 30 years, and special needs students for over 20 years, accruing over 6,000 hours working with special needs and LD students. In the 1990’s, he developed FBC Sudbury’s Kid’s Music Club program (children’s choir). His articles on teaching music to students with learning disabilities have appeared in the Dyslexic Reader. The information in the blog is similar to the information he presented at Berklee College of Music’s ABLE Assembly, which is a special needs arts conference for teachers. Also, he has been included in Marquis Who’s Who biographies.

How to Explain an Octave to an Absolute Beginner Musician - Man Playing Piano

How to Explain an Octave to an Absolute Beginner Musician

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Are you confused about what an octave is? Or are you a music teacher with a student that doesn’t understand how they work? Octaves are one of the most fundamental music theory concepts. When teaching music students, it helps to demonstrate them on a keyboard instrument, so I’ve created a keyboard diagram you can reference. Keep reading “How to Explain an Octave to an Absolute Beginner Musician?” to dive into the theory. Estimated reading time 2 minutes.

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What Are the Best Easy Guitar Chords for Beginners to Learn?

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Do you want to learn the easiest beginner guitar chords? Once we’ve talked about what makes a chord simple to play, you’ll learn them in progressively more challenging stages. In each stage, you’ll have links to songs that you can play using the easy versions. Keep reading “What Are the Best Easy Guitar Chords for Beginners to Learn?” to start mastering guitars chords. Estimated reading time 4 minutes.

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The Top 10 Best Iconic Classical Music Compositions

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Do you want to hear the top classical music pieces? Western classical music has become an international music resource enjoyed by millions around the world. However, your average person on the street may only know the names of a few composers and just a handful of compositions. Keep reading “The Top 10 Best Iconic Classical Music Compositions” to introduce yourself to the world of classical music. Estimated reading time 4 minutes.

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What’s the Key Difference Between Countertenor, Baritone, etc?

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Do you want to know what voice type you are? All the voice types discussed in this post are from the pool of male singers used in chorus, opera, musical theatre, and pop music. Some of these male vocalists can sing very high, while others can sing very low. However, it’s the quality of his voice that makes a male singer one voice type versus another. Keep reading “What’s the Key Difference Between Countertenor, Baritone, etc?” to learn what makes a singer a countertenor, tenor, baritone, or bass and how to tell them apart. Estimated reading time 2 minutes.

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How to Orchestrate Enchanting and Powerful Music

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Do you want to know how to orchestrate music for both orchestra and rock ensembles? Writing for multiple instruments is all about balancing their sound. Because of this, this post will go heavy on videos. Keep reading “How to Orchestrate Enchanting and Powerful Music” to learn how to create effective musical arrangements. Estimated reading time 4 minutes.

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How to Learn Music Theory with a Learning Disability

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Are you frustrated because music theory seems to be filled with arcane and unreachable knowledge? While learning music theory can present challenges for musicians with learning disabilities, it is possible to dispel the mystery surrounding how music works. Keep reading “How to Learn Music Theory with a Learning Disability” for study tips and music theory resources. Estimated reading time 3 minutes.

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The 5 Best Free Music Notation Apps

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Do you want to know what are the best free music notations apps? In our modern web-based world, there are many software options to choose from. They can help both novices and experts create professional looking scores. Keep reading “The 5 Best Free Music Notation Apps” to help you choose from the wide variety of free music notation software. Estimated reading time 2 minutes.

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Sing the Charming Song London Bridge Is Falling Down

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Do you want to sing the charming song “London Bridge Is Falling Down?” In this article, you’ll get these essentials: 1) a sing along video of “London Bridge Is Falling Down,” 2) a lead sheet version of the lyrics, 3) easy-to-read shape note sheet music with a sing along soundtrack. Keep reading to learn more. Estimated reading time 2 minutes.

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Can Somebody Explain Why Power Chords Sound Powerful?

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Power chords are an integral part of rock music’s electric guitar sound. However, you only get that exact sound when you use power chords with distortion. Why? Because a distorted electric guitar doesn’t sound quite as good with full major and minor harmonies. Why? Keep reading “Can Somebody Explain Why Power Chords Sound Powerful?” to learn why these powerful little two and three note harmonies work. Estimated reading time 2 minutes.

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Explore Beethoven’s Beautiful Music in Less Than Four Minutes

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Would you like to know more about Beethoven’s music but are a busy person? Ludwig van Beethoven is a titanic figure in classical music. Along with Bach and Mozart, Beethoven is one of the composers you’re really going to want to check out. Keep reading to explore Beethoven’s beautiful music in less than four minutes. Estimated reading time 3 minutes.

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