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Musical Instruments Feature Writer: Marcy Paulson

Whether you’ve begun learning a musical instrument or are an experienced musician, you’ve come to the right place. Here you’ll find information on guitar, bass, piano, flute, violin, and drums. From French horns to harmonicas—if it makes noise and is fun to play--we’ll cover it.

You’ll find tips to improve your sound, helpful lessons, comparisons of musical instruments, and reviews of equipment like amps, pedals, strings, and bows.

You’ll read interviews with makers, discover ideas for crafting your own authentic instruments, and find profiles of musicians.

If you have a question about an aspect of playing or a product on the market, pass it along. I’ll find someone with an answer. Also, check out my blog for musicians while you're here.


Feature Writer Articles in Musical Instruments

Using Drums for Kids' Storytelling
These drum lessons for kids bring the life of drums to children's stories and folktales. Use anything from a Remo drum for kids to an electronic drum set.
Free Drum Lessons for Kids
Kids drum together and create rhythm patterns with these free drum lessons for a kids gathering drum, Remo drum for kids, kids drum set, or kids electronic drum set.
3 Games for Drum Lessons Kids Will Love
Here are 3 games to play on a kids gathering drum, Remo drum for kids, kids drum set, or kids electronic drum set. The fun activities introduce tempo, rhythm, and volume.
Four Fun Drums Kids Make Themselves
Need a drum kids can bang around on? Here are instructions to make four fun drums for kids: bongos, tom toms, water and steel drums children will love to play.
Jake Shimabukuro's Thoughts on Beginner Ukulele
According to Jake Shimabukuro, tenor ukulele is a great beginner instrument. Read about his first ukulele lessons and his encouragement to all musicians playing ukulele.


Contributing Articles in Musical Instruments

Free DJ App for the iPhone and iPod Touch
Budding DJs looking for an easy and free way to have some virtual turntable scratching fun on their iPhone need to check out Mix Meister Scratch at the App Store.
The Origin of James Burns Guitars in America
Creative electric guitar designs placed James Burns' guitars ahead of their time. Now reformed the British guitar maker looks to music legends like Brian May.
John Birch, A History of Guitar Innovation
What began as four men building guitar pickups in the United Kingdom would go on to create unique electric guitars for musicians such as Tony Iommi of Black Sabbath.
From Then and Now: Gretsch Guitars
The Gretsch Guitar Company has been as big as Gibson and Fender. Now, with a vintage spirit the company reclaims its place in Rock & Roll and Swing music alike.
The Return of Retro: Eastwood Guitars
Guitars that were brought into vogue by such artists as Jack White of The White Stripes/Raconteurs/The Dead Weather have found a new home with Eastwood Guitars.