The Musical Journey

  A well-tuned piano is a basic requirement to create a beautiful sound. Whether you are a budding pianist, a seasoned piano player, or a parent nurturing your child’s talent, knowing how to maintain the proper piano tuning can make a big difference in sound quality and performance. At Artium Academy, music education meets expertise; thus, we value preserving instruments properly. Here are some practical tips on keeping your piano tuning in check.  Maintain a Consistent Tuning Schedule Like other musical instruments, pianos require regular maintenance to sound their best. Regular tuning is essential to keep the right pitch and overall harmony, so ideally, you will get your strings tuned every six months. In piano classes, they teach you that regular playing, variations in humidity, or simply moving a piano from one place to another will change the tension of the strings, resulting in detuning. So, sticking to a schedule guarantees that your piano sounds just right at every per...

  With its rich history and countless compositions, classical music feels like an art form of a bygone era. Despite the fluidity between music genres, classical music is very much in trend today. Its timelessness lies in its historical context and ability to influence modern music, evoke emotions and improve cognitive skills. A Legacy That Transcends Time For centuries, classical music has been the foundation of aesthetic expression. Whether it is Beethoven’s grand symphonies or Hindustani classical music’s complex ragas–this genre reflects human emotions as few others do. Fads may come and go, but matters of classical music deal with the perennial themes of love, triumph and self-reflection and are just as relevant today as they were hundreds of years ago. Its influence extends beyond its own boundaries. Many modern music forms, including film scores, pop, and even electronic music, borrow heavily from classical music. For instance, the sweeping orchestral arrangements in blockbus...

  Jazz is an extremely popular genre of music and one of the integral instruments that make up its sound is the guitar. It is an iconic instrument that allows for the creation of such incredible sounds that are associated directly with the essence of jazz music. So, with the help of this article, you can learn about the different sounds connected to the jazz guitar and how to achieve them.  Your Picks and Technique In jazz, a thicker pick is more commonly used as it gives a fuller, heavier tone with more bottom end. You’ll come to learn through online guitar classes that it helps make your guitar stand out more as the primary instrument. Another advantage of the pick is that it makes playing the guitar easier, as you can hit the strings with ease.  A technique that you could follow is by picking the strings at a slight angle. This gives a warmer sound as you play and gives you less resistance while playing, essentially ‘cutting through the strings.’ With such tips and te...

  Have you ever admired a singer who hits every note with such ease that it makes you wonder how they do it? Singing in tune or staying on the pitch is one of the most important skills any vocalist can develop. The best part is that anyone can learn to sing in tune with the right mindset, proper guidance, and consistent practice! This guide will provide essential and helpful tips and online tools to help you start on your journey to singing in tune. Why Singing in Tune Matters  Singing in tune means hitting the right notes consistently and blending with the music. Whether you’re performing solo, singing with a group, or playing alongside an instrument, staying on the pitch is the foundation of a great performance.  If staying in tune feels like a challenge, don’t worry! With practice and help from vocal music classes and a bit of daily practice, you’ll notice significant improvement. How to Sing In Tune: Steps to Follow 1. Train Your Ears Before mastering your voice, focu...

  Have you ever found yourself amazed by a drummer in action? Or by their ability to play complex beats, sync with rhythms and control the crowd with their intense energy? If the answer is yes, then it’s common to wonder whether learning to play the drums is hard. This blog dives deeper into drums and how music academies like Artium Academy make learning music simple. Understanding The Drums Learning drums requires a sense of coordination, rhythm and timing. While mastering these skills does take time, the good news is that anyone with proper guidance and consistent practice can learn it quickly. Your journey of learning drums starts with understanding the fundamentals, like how to hold the drumsticks, identifying the parts of the drumkit, and reading simple rhythms. These fundamentals are easy to grasp and form the foundation for getting your hands on advanced drumming techniques.  What Makes Drumming Challenging? Co-ordination and multi-tasking Drums are an ambidextrous inst...

  Carnatic Music is well known as one of the oldest and richest genres of music to come out of India. Originating from South India,  it has left an indelible mark on the intricate and lush culture of Indian classical music. Carnatic music continues to play an important role in shaping the essence of India’s culture and in preserving the incredible culture for future generations.  Carnatic classical music can draw its origins back to the Vedas, which were believed to be written 3,000 years ago. Various musical elements found in those scriptures are what made the foundation of Carnatic music today. Over time, it changed and evolved due to different dynasties and empires that ruled the Indian subcontinent such as the Cheras, Cholas and the Vijayanagara Empire. Through various iterations, improvements and changes over time, Carnatic music has evolved into the powerhouse that it is today. The Role of Carnatic Music Carnatic music has played a role in the Indian music industry...

Introduction to Fundamentals Indian classical music is a rich and intricate form that has exponentially evolved over centuries. Before diving into the ragas and talas in this blog, it is essential to understand the traditions of Indian classical music lessons , namely Hindustani (North Indian) and Carnatic (South Indian) music. Each genre has unique characteristics while simultaneously sharing the same foundations of theory and practical knowledge. Let’s dive in to know more. Indian Classical Music Lessons: Basic Vocal or Instrumental Exercises It is imperative to practise exercises to see quick progress and exponential results consistently. For instance, vocalists must begin with ‘sa, re, ga, ma, pa’ exercises that are known to build vocal strength. On the other hand, instrumental exercises are tailored to their specific instruments, such as the sitar, tabla or violin.  Regular riyaaz or practice of techniques of gamaks or ornamentations and meend, which is gliding between the not...