If you have a band that you want to take on tour, it can be very hard to know how to properly plan the trip. There is a lot that goes into planning a band tour and it may be in your band's best interest to hire a professional to help with the planning process. The guide below walks you through a few of the many ways a production management company, like Blue Alley Touring, may be able to help your band plan the tour.
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If you're a new or moderately new guitar player, you might simply be using the standard-sized guitar pick that you picked up at the time that you bought your guitar. While there's certainly nothing wrong with doing so, it can be beneficial to explore some different types of picks as your playing develops. Depending on the style of music that you play and the pick that you choose, you might find that switching your pick can dramatically benefit your playing.
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Your child might come home with an unusual request for you. He or she might want to play the tuba. Here are some steps that you can follow in order to help your child fulfill this dream.
1. Assess the Reality of the Situation
Your first step is to assess the reality of the situation. A tuba is a huge investment of time, financial resources, and space. You need to first determine if your child is serious about playing the tuba or if this is a passing fancy.
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When you have a piano, you want people to use it. With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it's valid to think that your piano might be neglected during this time in favor of other activities. However, being able to play Christmas music and other holiday music is one of the greatest parts of having a piano. To draw people's attention back to the piano and work it into your Christmas decorating scheme, you are going to need to make sure that you decorate it for the holidays as well.
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When it comes to playing an instrument, the acoustic guitar is the first choice for many. And it's no surprise that acoustic guitars are so popular! Nothing says cool like strumming a popular hit for a group of people. Acoustic guitars are also very portable instruments that can easily be brought out to entertain friends and family. No need to haul an amplifier around! However, there are many people who purchase these guitars only to abandon their new hobby within just a few months.
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