EXPLORING MUSIC

A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO COMPOSING

Writing music for the first time may seem like a very daunting task. With considerations such as melody, harmony, and rhythm, where do you start?

A4TY ALBUM FOR THE YOUNG

For young music students the composer is perhaps the most remote figure in the musical process-A4TY aims to change that by encouraging student compositions.

INSTRUMENT DISCOVERY

Instrument Discovery is the largest collection of video instrument demonstrations available anywhere on the Internet.

THE OBOE

The oboe, a double reed instrument in the woodwind family, is one of the most beautiful, important, and unique musical instruments.

THE SAXOPHONE

The saxophone is one of the most unique and versatile wind instruments of all time.

THE VIOLA

When thinking of string instruments, the viola often is forgotten amongst its smaller and larger cousins, yet its rich, dark timbre and interesting history make taking a closer look worthwhile.