February open  mic was the first of 2026.  These open mics tend to be well attended, fun interactive sessions for 2 hours. The night included learning some traditional dancing from a grandmother. Comparing the same song sung in different styles and the effect that had on the audience.  We were taught to beatbox by a student. 

A fanfare is a short, impressive musical piece designed to grab the listener's attention. They are characterised by a loud, bright, and exciting sound, fanfares are traditionally used to announce the arrival of an important person, the start of a ceremony, or a significant event.

Edward Elgar, often celebrated for his grand orchestral works like the Enigma Variations and the Cello Concerto, also made significant contributions to pedagogical music. Among his lesser-known, yet valuable, works is Very Easy Melodious Exercises in the First Position for the violin, published as his Opus 22. This set of exercises, while simple in its technical demands, offers an early glimpse into Elgar's inherent melodic gift and his practical understanding of string pedag

As musicians, we often talk about the importance of practice, but what does that really mean? One of the most fundamental skills for any musician is the ability to read music fluently.

Index About Alberti Bass Practise Method Student Presentation Videos Free Download About Alberti Bass So, you've reached TQ Piano Level 3 and are ready to tackle Alberti bass. This iconic left-hand pattern, named after the Italian composer Domenico Alberti, is a cornerstone of Classical Era piano music and a fantastic way to add fluidity and elegance to your playing.  It might seem daunting at first, but with a systematic approach, you'll be mastering the chord pattern in no

A triad is constructed of the first, third and fifth notes of the major scale D major 1. Understand the Theory A key signature is the sharp signs next to the clef. In this case we have F sharp and C sharp. If you need help here please see the key signatures blog. The tonic triad is the 1st , 3rd and 5th note of the scale. When there is no key signature this triad requires an sharp sign in front of the F, but it does not need a C sharp as there is no C in the triad to raise b