Music can feel magical… but behind the magic, there’s structure. Understanding a few of the basics can make listening feel even more meaningful. You don’t need to be a musician or music student to appreciate how songs work. Knowing some of the essential music...
The word genre gets thrown around a lot: rock, jazz, hip-hop, classical… but have you ever stopped to ask what a genre actually is? At its simplest, a genre is a way to group music that sounds similar or shares a common origin. It helps organize the overwhelming...
Music has always been more than just entertainment. It is a force of healing, transformation, and connection. Across cultures and centuries, humans have turned to sound and rhythm to soothe the soul, bring communities together, and even aid in physical healing. Modern...
Music has been an essential part of human life for thousands of years. Long before recorded history, people used melodies to tell stories, honor the gods, and express emotions. But how much of this ancient music has survived? Surprisingly, a handful of songs (some...
Music is one of the most powerful ways to experience the world. Without leaving home, we can be transported to the heart of a bustling city in South America, the vast open plains of Africa, or the icy landscapes of the Nordic regions. Every culture has its own unique...
Music is a treasure trove of diversity, filled with instruments as unique as the cultures they originate from. While most of us are familiar with guitars, pianos, and violins, there’s an entire world of fascinating instruments waiting to be discovered. Some produce...
