The best stocking stuffers for musicians are the ones nobody would think to put on a list. Skip the guitar picks and tuner clips for a minute. A little quirky and a little unexpected gift goes a long way...
Shopping for a piano player can be harder than it looks. Unless you play yourself, it’s tough to tell which accessories will get used every week and which will end up in a drawer. A piano-themed mug is fun,...
Some people enjoy a Dolly Parton song when it comes on the radio. Others know every word to "Jolene," have a soft spot for "Coat of Many Colors," and believe there's no such thing as too many rhinestones. If...
There’s something special about decorating a Christmas tree with ornaments that reflect the people and memories you love. For musicians, that might mean a tiny grand piano, a miniature drum set, or a guitar hanging among the lights. Musical...
Shopping for someone who loves music? A Bluetooth speaker gift might be just the thing to put under their Christmas tree this year. After all, who doesn't enjoy taking their favorite tunes along for the ride, whether it's a...
The easiest bluegrass song to learn is Boil Them Cabbage Down. It uses only a handful of basic chords, moves at a forgiving pace, and shows up constantly in jam sessions, so learning it actually gets you somewhere useful...
The Piano Adventures series by Nancy and Randall Faber is a comprehensive piano method designed to guide students from their first lessons through advanced levels of musical development. Used by piano teachers, students, and families around the world, the...
If you're new to the world of guitar playing, certain accessories can benefit any guitarist's toolbox. One of these is the capo. If you've sat in on a jam session, attended an open mic, or listened to songwriters perform...
May 2026 music festivals across the U.S. arrive at just the right moment. The weather hits that sweet spot—not too cold, and not too hot (at least for most of the country. There's also an urgency after months of...
Americana music is less of a strict genre and more of a musical blend. Americana mixes elements of folk, country, bluegrass, blues, and roots rock. Americana music bucks rigid rules in favor of freedom of expression. You'll often hear:...
