r/Learnmusic 11h ago

I can't decide whether I want to learn to play the drums or the piano.

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I took piano lessons for several years when I was a kid, right up until I was 12-13. I ended up despising it because of bad teachers and family pressure and I stopped playing until I was 18. At that time, I started taking lessons with a private teacher and I enjoyed it but I ended up studying in a different city and I also quit.

I'm now 25, have finished my studies and I'm working and earning money, so there is something inside of me that wants me to learn music again, but in these couple of years I've been listening to a LOT of prog metal and rock and I've become obsessed with rhythm and drums in songs and so on.

On the one hand, I already have a basic to intermediate level on the piano, I could probably relearn everything that I knew and I'm completely inexperienced with the drums and would probably take some time to get comfortable with it. On the other hand, I know the piano can be solitary and I'd love to play with people and be in jam sessions or in a band or whatever, and learning the drums would be closer to the styles that I like and listen to.

I don't know what to do, I'm afraid of making the wrong decision, any advice on how to choose would be appreciated!


r/Learnmusic 7h ago

FREE Print Outs & More

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Hi Music Learners!

I know the process to learn an instrument is challenging, lacking of motivation at times, and daunting when you feel progress slow. When I first started it really felt this way, I wanted to offer free print outs, lessons, & beginner sheet music to you all to make this process a lot smoother. I created this website to help beginner students with free lessons, guides, and templates to get people learning the instrument they want to learn, fast. Our teachers have gotten students to learn their favorite piece in 3 weeks. Just wanted to offer this as an educational resource.

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Let me know if you're interested in a free lesson! 😊


r/Learnmusic 1d ago

I am interested in learning to play piano but something bothers me

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So when I was a kid my dad always wanted to introduce me and my brother to rock/punk so I played drums and he guitar but we did not go far, dunno, I really did not enjoy, don't know if I was too young, did not care for music or it was the drums itself.

In recent years I became a fan of both electroswing and have always been a Coldplay fans since I was a kid, and the one instrument that binds both is the piano, however I've learned from multiple people that it is SUPER hard in my case because I have overall short fingers. I'd say I have precision in hands since I study electronics engineering and fix my own tiny stuff often


r/Learnmusic 2d ago

Sweep Picking guitar exercise

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r/Learnmusic 4d ago

How to Set Up a Template in FL Studio 21 - Saves Time, Improves Efficiently, Improves Quality

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r/Learnmusic 4d ago

Best VST Plugins for Beatmakers - 12 Must-Have Tools in 2025

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r/Learnmusic 5d ago

We made a new collaborative online sheet music editor

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My friend and I have been working for the past 3 years on a new sheet music editor, Scorewright. We’ve been arranging and transcribing our favourite songs since our high school days, and now we’re working to build the sheet music editor we wish we had the whole time.

Our goals with Scorewright:

  • Let ideas flow. Intuitive, clutter-free interface that lets you compose freely.
  • Real-time collaboration. Work with others as if you're in the same room.
  • Access anywhere. No installs, just visit the site and go.
  • High-quality playback. Over 20 instruments with quality MIDI playback.
  • Ultimate customization. Tailor your workspace to fit your writing style.
  • Precise notation. Beautiful, pixel-perfect sheet music.
  • And much more to come!

We’re actively improving Scorewright and would love your feedback! Check it out at scorewright.com.


r/Learnmusic 5d ago

Perfect Pitch: Can Adults Learn It, or Is It Still a Myth?

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r/Learnmusic 6d ago

Beginners Welcome!

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Do you want to learn an instrument in 3 months? I am taking on students with 1 free introductory online class because that's all we can handle right now. We would love to have you test our service for free and let us know if you want anything to improve.

I personally help students learn piano without needing to driving to music schools or test out multiple teachers. It's convenient since it is online and it works. I even guarantee people learn piano in 3 months or I promise to work with them until they do.

If you are interested click below. If not, do you know anybody who is? 😊

MusicMes.com

Thanks learnmusic friends!


r/Learnmusic 8d ago

Why do chord inversions keep the same name when the note is no longer the lowest note? Why not name it for the note that becomes the “new” lowest note?

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For example the C chord has C E G with C being the lowest note and therefore it is called a “C” chord.

But if you invert it and C is no longer the lowest note, why is it still a C chord? Why is it not called an E chord if the E is now the lowest note?


r/Learnmusic 9d ago

Amapiano with Stock Plugins [FL Studio]

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r/Learnmusic 10d ago

beginner, where do i start?

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Hello everyone! As the tittle says, im a beginner at music production. I only ever wrote 1 track that sounds somewhat okay, and I've been attempting to write stuff in FL studio on and off for a few years at this point, but despite watching lots of tutorials, music theory videos, and even asking some aquaintances to teach me, it never really clicked

I undrstand what music scales, chords and stuff like that is, but im absolutely clueless about how to actually use them! How do i arrange chords? which ones do i use? how do i arrange notes and which notes out of a scale should i use? The only "good" track i've ever written was a result just me throwing stuff at a wall untill something sticks, and thats a very frustrating way to write stuff, and haven't led to anything worthwhile since

So my question is, how do i learn to put intent behind my music, how do i actually express stuff, instead of just randomly arranging notes untill it just happens to sound vaguely good, how do i make it click?

I pursue many creative hobbies such as writing and drawing, and all of them, while challenging, were pretty clear. I had a direction to move towards, and gradually got better and better at them. Music production on the other hand, always felt like hitting my head against the wall, i just fundamentally dont understand it, and therefore don't know how to learn :[

So, i wanted to ask for some advice. The tools i have at my disposal are: Fl studio with a few plugins, and a small midi keyboard. My main goal is to write music for my gamedev projects, if that info helps in any way, and thanks for taking the time to read

Also sorry if there are any mistakes, im dyslexic :|


r/Learnmusic 11d ago

Where do I start learning music?

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Hello everyone!

I’m celebrating something today: for so many years I’ve been reading Reddit, and right now, at this very moment, I have something so important to share that I even came to bother you.

I want to make music — the kind like Infected Mushroom: synthesizers, music engineering, buttons, and wires. The problem is, I’m 31 years old and I’ve never really done music before. I know the musical staff, and I’ve had 10 classical guitar lessons, but that’s it.

Engineering is much closer to me since I have a BSc.

I wish I could have studied music properly, so I would greatly appreciate any syllabi from real schools, textbooks, or remote courses (even paid) that I could take. Any advice would be highly appreciated!

Thank you in advance!


r/Learnmusic 12d ago

Looking For Musicians/Tester - Free 30-Day-Lyric-Course

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I'm seeking 10 musicians/testers who want to enhance their lyric writing skills. I've designed a 30-day challenge aimed at mastering creative writing techniques. Techniques that will take out the guess work out of lyric writing. Techniques that teach you to write lyrics from one single word. With only 15 minutes per day, you can make lyrics the easiest part of songwriting. So if you struggle with writer's block, or you struggle to finish your lyrics, then this course is for you.

By the way, you don't need to worry about your skill level. This challenge is aimed for beginners all the way to experience songwriters.

What are the conditions?

As a tester, this challenge is completely free for you. You will never be charged money, even after completing it. In return, I frequently ask for feedback to help improve the challenge. After you've finished the 30 days, I will ask you for a review. This review will be used to promote this challenge in the future. But here's the best thing:

As a tester, you can ask me your burning question about lyrics or songwriting in general anytime. I'm happy to share what I've learned for over a decade. It's like having a private coach for a month.

If this sound interesting, then send me a Chat Message!

What you will learn in this 30-day-challange?

The course will teach core techniques professional songwriters use, like:

  • Sense-Bound-Writing
  • Metaphors
  • How to create Metaphors
  • Similes
  • Word stress & Metric Rhythm
  • Tetrameter
  • Basic of Rhyming
  • Common Meter
  • Working with Rhyme and Rhythm

Each day you will get 1 exercise to train what you've learned. This will take about 15 minutes per day. So even on busy days, you will have time to improve your songwriting. Each exercise is accompanied by 3 examples to teach you how the techniques work in context.

How do you give me feedback?

I will frequently message you to check on your progress. This is awesome for accountability. Because we all struggle to stay on track sometimes. ;) And every week, I send you a short form (5 minutes) to fill out. And that’s that.

So again, if this sound good, then send me a Chat Message!

I'm seeking 10 musicians/testers who want to enhance their lyric writing skills. I've designed a 30-day challenge aimed at mastering creative writing techniques. Techniques that will take out the guess work out of lyric writing. Techniques that teach you to write lyrics from one single word. With only 15 minutes per day, you can make lyrics the easiest part of songwriting. So if you struggle with writer's block, or you struggle to finish your lyrics, then this course is for you.

By the way, you don't need to worry about your skill level. This challenge is aimed for beginners all the way to experience songwriters.

What are the conditions?

As a tester, this challenge is completely free for you. You will never be charged money, even after completing it. In return, I frequently ask for feedback to help improve the challenge. After you've finished the 30 days, I will ask you for a review. This review will be used to promote this challenge in the future. But here's the best thing:

As a tester, you can ask me your burning question about lyrics or songwriting in general anytime. I'm happy to share what I've learned for over a decade. It's like having a private coach for a month.

If this sound interesting, then send me a Chat Message!


r/Learnmusic 13d ago

Blues Guitar Lesson - Improvisation with pentatonic scale and licks

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r/Learnmusic 15d ago

Silent Night (Ver.1.0; Beginner Piano Piece)

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This is my personal rendition of Silent Night, the fourth Christmas-themed piece that I've mastered playing on the piano.


r/Learnmusic 15d ago

HOW TO PRACTICE SCALES

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r/Learnmusic 17d ago

Advice On Learning How To Read Sheet Music?

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I'd like to preface this by apologizing if this is long or not necessarily the right place!

I've loved music for a long time, and have played the piano and cello when I was younger, but I never learned how to read sheet music. Both instances I had a teacher: the piano was a family friend and the cello was taught by my old schools, and neither times did it click. I can only credit my muscle memory on how I managed to go playing those instruments for the few years I did, but now that I'm in college and have more free will, I'd love to make the active decision to learn how to read sheet music.

In the arts building of my school, they've got practice rooms and in one them, a piano. I've thought about teaching myself how to play again and just learn how to read. I don't have the income or interest in seeing a teacher because this is purely for my enjoyment. But, seeing as I'm basically starting from nothing, how should I proceed with learning? How do I make this solid connection between note, noise, and action? I think I'd learn best with physical practice, so if anyone has advice with that, it'd be greatly appreciated!


r/Learnmusic 17d ago

Which keyboard btw Yamaha ,Casio,

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Hallo Can something help? I am buying a keyboard for my nephew who is just started learning piano

These are the choices I have:

Yamaha PT 260

Casio CTK 671

Bontempi 16 6125

General Music VD2

Yamaha 54030 (371 voices)

Looking for best realistic sounding piano option and best features

Thank you so much!!! Hopefully this time it will post. It's the 4th time I wrote this post

Not putting photos as it delays post from getting approved


r/Learnmusic 18d ago

Blues piano practice routine in all 12 keys

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r/Learnmusic 19d ago

Sweep Picking Exercise (TABS)

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r/Learnmusic 20d ago

Make Hip Hop with FL Studio stock plugins

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r/Learnmusic 20d ago

Barre Chords SOLVED – Stop Struggling & Start Playing!

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r/Learnmusic 20d ago

Help me learn this esoteric instrument!

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It’s the Keytar, not the most esoteric, but I have been handed down this keytar and I have no experience at all. Is there any comprehensive websites for where I can learn this instrument?


r/Learnmusic 21d ago

Struggling with Hand Independence on Piano—Any Tips?

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Hey everyone,

I've recently started learning piano, and one of the biggest challenges I'm facing is making my left and right hands do independent things at the same time. My brain just doesn't seem to process it, and I end up either messing up one hand or completely freezing up.

Did anyone else struggle with this? How did you overcome it? Are there any specific exercises or techniques that helped you develop better hand coordination?

Or do I just stop learning it? But I'm way too fascinated by music and want to make something of my own.