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We're here with a much requested comparison to answer the question: why get a Taylor American Dream and not just go for the 300 Series? They're both awesome lines within Taylor's catalog, but they have some key differences between them....

We're extremely excited to reveal Taylor's new Grand Theater body shape! New from Taylor Guitars, the GT joins the lineup as an all-solid wood, American made short-scale guitar, though it's larger than the GS Mini. With new C-Class bracing, along...

2020 continues to be an interesting year! We followed up with several band directors to get their perspective on how Effective educators communicate clear expectations to facilitate student success. Assistant Band Director Haley Wares at new Braunfels Middle School makes excellent...

Zach Marr is back with one of our favorite questions: Is It Worth It? This time he's talking about the Roland TR-808, one of the most prolific and legendary drum machines of the last 40 years. From Marvin Gaye to...

This article provides basic knowledge for all saxophone players, and can be a helpful starting point for assignments and projects in other subjects.Saxophone HistoryThe saxophone was invented by Adolphe Sax in 1840 and the design used for the saxophone instrument...

This article provides basic knowledge for all brass players, and can be a helpful starting point for assignments and projects in other subjects. Terminology To develop a common understanding, it is helpful to know the terms used. We all do better...

This hybrid piano starts with the award-winning 5'5" Kawai GL-30, renowned for touch and tone. Then, technology is added that allows them to operate as full-featured digital pianos that can be played silently with headphones. Dubbed the “AnyTime Pianos,” these...

Kawai Synthesizers aren't necessarily remembered in the same way as Moog, Korg, Roland, etc., but that doesn't make them any less awesome-- Zach Marr is back to check out two very cool vintage analog synthesizers from Kawai (manufactured by Teisco),...

Many piano buyers ponder the big question: Acoustic or Digital? You may hear some say that the acoustic piano sound and touch cannot be replicated digitally.  While that may be technically true, there are many benefits to a digital piano....