Art Instruction

Just about every human being knows how to listen to music, but what does it take to make music? Is musicality something we are born with? Or a skill that anyone can develop at any time? If you don't start piano at the age of six, is there any hope? Is skill learning best left to children or can anyone reinvent him-or herself at any time?

Clara receives a nutcracker from her godfather Drosselmeyer on Christmas Eve. That night she dreams the nutcracker is fighting with toy soldiers against the army of the Mouse King. Clara helps the nutcracker and it transforms into a prince. Together they travel to the land of sweets and celebrate a wonderful sweet festival with the Sugar Plum Fairy. It was all just an amazing dream - or was it...?

Whether you want to build a studio, work in one, start a label or just make better music. If you are a beginner, this book will lead you in the right direction in the least amount of time. Or if you have some experience you will definitely find new insights.

Music Theory for Guitarists, Volume 2 continues where volume 1 in the series left off, showing you more guitar theory concepts you need to gain an even greater understanding of the guitar fretboard. Use this knowledge to become a better improviser, soloist, singer-songwriter or composer, and all round musician! This audiobook (with optional workbook and backing tracks downloadable from the author's website) is perfect for any player from beginner to advanced who wants to better understand crucial guitar theory topics and quickly and easily bring their music theory skills near pro-level.

This lesson is broken into several chapters. The first part focuses on interval identification exercises, starting with grouped intervals and ending with all intervals mixed up. The second part of the book focuses on extremely valuable exercises with the help of fifths. The third part is a simple yet powerful exercise that allows you to manifest the sound of each interval even more.

In this valuable resource guide for both beginners and professionals, veteran songwriter, producer, arranger, vocalist, music director, and educator Larry D. Batiste shares practical advice and tips from his decades of experience in ways that are bound to help all listeners improve their songwriting skills. Through this book, listeners will learn the craft of professional songwriting, including the ins-and-outs of song structure, lyric and melody writing, and the essential elements of a hit song.

In Come as You Are, Emily Nagoski, PhD, revolutionized the way we think about women’s sexuality. Now, in Come Together, Nagoski takes on a fundamentally misunderstood subject: sex in long-term relationships. Most of us struggle at some point to maintain a sexual connection with our partner/s or spouse. And many of us are given not-very-good advice on what to do about it.

Each of us carries a song inside us, the song that makes us human. Zen Guitar provides the key to unlocking this song - a series of life lessons presented through the metaphor of music. Philip Sudo offers his own experiences with music to enable us to rediscover the harmony in each of our lives and open ourselves to Zen awareness uniquely suited to the Western mind. Through 58 lessons that provide focus and a guide, the listener is led through to Zen awareness, with quotes from sources ranging from Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix to Miles Davis.

In this definitive guide to resources, aspiring artists and serious amateurs devoted to their art will find scores of time-tested strategies to help them set up and work safely from a home studio; learn where and how to acquire appropriate art materials; develop their abilities with others as well as create art alone; explore opportunities for education in a wide variety of forms; and much more.

Best-selling author, artist, and illustrator Lisa Congdon brings her expertise to this guide to the process of artistic self-discovery. Featuring advice from Congdon herself and interviews with a roster of established artists, illustrators, and creatives, this one-of-a-kind book will show listeners how to identify and nurture their own visual identity, navigate the influence of artists they admire, push through fear and insecurity, and appreciate the value of their personal journey.

THE SIMPLEST WAY TO GROW A HEALTHY BONSAI – WITHOUT CHEMICALS, STRESS OR GUESSWORK ❌ Have you ever watched your bonsai wither, even though you gave it all your attention? ❌ Do online tutorials leave you more confused than before? ❌ Are you looking for a natural, chemical-free way to grow a bonsai—even if you're not an expert? You're not alone. Many beginners give up because they think bonsai care is too technical or demanding. But it doesn't have to be that way. With "Organic Bonsai for Beginners", internationally recognized expert Fabio Ferraldeschi shows you how to grow a ...

Did you know that sound vibrations make music? Learn how different musical instruments like guitar, drum, xylophone, and trumpet, make sound vibrations from the movement of strings or air—that together make music! Follow the activity to make your own instrument from straws! Experiment with short and long straws to discover which makes a high or low sound.

Do you dream of being on stage, a rock star shredding like a lawn mower, or serenading your loved ones with melodies that flow from the very depths of your soul? Let this guide be the bridge to those dreams. Just a short while ago, my dream was distant, like a fading star. I had a passion, a desire to sing and play, but I hit wall after wall. Every time I tried to learn, I felt more and more disconnected from the world of music. But destiny had another plan.

I’ve been a relationship expert for a couple of decades now and mainly deal with women. As a counselor, they trust me with their hearts and souls. They share everything with me; things they wouldn’t tell anyone else, not even their closest friend. Over the years I've gathered a lot of information from these ladies and discovered why it’s so hard for guys to attract them, please them, and keep them. In this book, I’ll share everything they revealed to me about seducing a woman, how to be an incredible kisser, being great in bed, and more.

Music is nothing less than a key skill for humans—and music teachers are the pipeline for this skill. It is crucial that they have the resources they need to truly make everyone musical.

If you are a beginner who wants to learn the basics of playing bass guitar, then download this book today!

A Beginner's Guide to Learning Classical Drawing Techniques: Complete 2 Volume Box Set" by Patrick J. VanSciver offers a comprehensive exploration of traditional drawing methods, inspired by the Old Masters. Volume 1 delves into the art of portraiture, guiding readers through the step-by-step process of capturing the human likeness with precision and depth. Volume 2 expands the scope to full-body drawing, teaching students how to render the human form with anatomical accuracy and dynamic movement. Enthusiastic & Engaging: Unlock the secrets of the Old Masters! This two-volume box set is ...

Struggling with vocal strain? Frustrated with limited range? Tired of sounding like a karaoke version of your favorite artists? Master Your Voice isn't just another singing book—it's a transformative journey that combines cutting-edge vocal science with artistic expression to help you discover the true voice you were born to share with the world.

The Dominatrix Archetypes®: Become a Multidimensional Dominatrix in the Art of BDSM FemDom presents a psychologically-based, systematic approach to mastering the Art of Female Domination. This book offers a holistic, comprehensive, and cohesive guide that will transform your personal and professional life, your domination practice, and your relationships with your submissives, providing continuous and growing benefits.

Can’t seem to get your home recordings to sound as good as your favorite artists? Not sure what steps to take? If so, you're not alone, and this book is for you. The Recording Mindset is your step-by-step roadmap to creating professional recordings from the comfort of your home studio. It allows you to know exactly which gear to use, how to position your microphones, and get the best sounds for your unique songs. Allowing you to confidently create music that competes with your favorite records, and do it FAST.