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		<title>40 Songs for Stage Auditions</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Jan 2010 17:12:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Monica</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Do you want to try out for a talent show like the X-FACTOR or AMERICAN IDOL? Are you preparing for a musical theater audition or just want to sing on stage? Musicnotes wants to help! Not only have we dug through our digital sheet music files to offer you suggestions for songs that we think [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you want to try out for a talent show like the X-FACTOR or AMERICAN IDOL? Are you preparing for a musical theater audition or just want to sing on stage? Musicnotes wants to help! Not only have we dug through our digital sheet music files to offer you suggestions for songs that we think you&#8217;ll love, we&#8217;ve also got a book we think you&#8217;ll get a lot out of. </p>
<p>One song in particular that you might want to consider practicing is entitled <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0050162" target="_new"><em>The 60 Second Audition</em></a>. This song was written specifically to highlight a singer&#8217;s ability to perform different musical styles and techniques within sixty seconds, and can be purchased in multiple keys to fit your range.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re not sure what your vocal range is or how these Singer Pro arrangements different from our instrumental sheet music selections, we invite you to read our post about <a href="http://blog.musicnotes.com/2009/05/15/singer-pro-finding-your-vocal-range/"><em>Deciphering Singer Pro Sheet Music and Finding Your Vocal Range</em></a>. </p>
<h2>Sale! 15% Off Vocal Audition Book</h2>
<p><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/book.asp?ppn=KCEPEP7970" target="_new"><img src="http://www.musicnotes.com/productimg/KCEPEP7970.jpg" alt="A Practical Guide to Musical Theatre Auditions" width="100" align="left" /></a>We&#8217;ve taken 15% off a unique book that&#8217;s designed to help aspiring performers with their stage auditions. <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/book.asp?ppn=KCEPEP7970" target="_new"><em><strong>Thank you &#8212; that&#8217;s all we need for today&#8230;</strong> A Practical Guide to Musical Theatre Auditions</em></a> is a book written by Mary Hammond, a vocal consultant who has worked with performers in world-renowned Broadway shows and pop music. This unique book helps singers understand the basics of a song, prepares them for auditions, mentions technical aspects that can help singers improve their sound, discusses stage presence and much more! Although there are notes for beginning vocalists in this book, this is a comprehensive overview of how a singer can be their best on stage. Even experienced vocalists will find something useful in this book to help them sing professionally.</p>
<p>Included with this book, you also receive a CD with vocal warm-ups, too. Normally, this 6 in x 8 in book and CD is $21.95, but we&#8217;re offering on sale at $18.65 from now through midnight, January 31, 2010.</p>
<h2>15 Songs for Female Lead Vocalists</h2>
<p>For singers who sing in the soprano and alto range, you might want to consider one of these fifteen songs. We&#8217;ve pulled together some song titles from Broadway shows and a variety of popular musical styles for you to consider for your next audition. </p>
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<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0051775" target="_new">Somewhere Over the Rainbow</a> from THE WIZARD OF OZ</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/scorch.asp?ppn=SC0009049" target="_new">Defying Gravity</a> from WICKED</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0058189" target="_new">The Alto&#8217;s Lament</a> by Zina Goldrich</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/scorch.asp?ppn=SC0004497" target="_new">I Dreamed a Dream</a> from LES MISERABLES</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0058416" target="_new">Good Morning Baltimore</a> from HAIRSPRAY</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0038808" target="_new">I Will Survive</a> by Dino Fekaris</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0055373" target="_new">Alone</a> by Heart</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0052239" target="_new">The Greatest Love of All</a> by Whitney Houston</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0043287" target="_new">Beautiful</a> by Christina Aguilera</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0068538" target="_new">Fever</a> by Peggy Lee</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0058590" target="_new">I&#8217;ll Stand By You</a> by Carrie Underwood</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0049680" target="_new">Hero</a> by Mariah Carey</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0073624" target="_new">If I Ain&#8217;t Got You</a> by Alicia Keys</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0053476" target="_new">Black Horse and the Cherry Tree</a> by KT Tunstall</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0059503" target="_new">The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face</a> by Roberta Flack</li>
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<h2>15 Songs for Male Lead Vocalists</h2>
<p>If you sing in the tenor or bass vocal range, we invite you to take a look at these song titles for your next audition. From Broadway to popular love songs, we&#8217;ve selected fifteen songs we think will work well on stage.</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0041294" target="_new">Summertime</a> from PORGY AND BESS</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/scorch.asp?ppn=SC0022176" target="_new">The Music Of The Night</a> from PHANTOM OF THE OPERA</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0067057" target="_new">You Raise Me Up</a> by Josh Groban</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/scorch.asp?ppn=SC0007611" target="_new">Fly Me To the Moon</a> by Frank Sinatra</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0059969" target="_new">Stand By Me</a> by Ben E. King</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0063717" target="_new">Imagine</a> by John Lennon</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064522" target="_new">What&#8217;s Going On</a> by Marvin Gaye</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0037340" target="_new">Man in the Mirror</a> by Michael Jackson</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0059679" target="_new">Hallelujah</a> by Rufus Wainwright</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0058198" target="_new">You Give Love a Bad Name</a> by Bon Jovi</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0063699" target="_new">Isn&#8217;t She Lovely</a> by Stevie Wonder</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0047922" target="_new">Georgia on My Mind</a> by Ray Charles</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0048698" target="_new">Bless the Broken Road</a> by Rascal Flatts</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0065547" target="_new">The Way You Look Tonight</a> by Tony Bennett</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/scorch.asp?ppn=SC0014650" target="_new">Bridge Over Troubled Water</a> by Simon &amp; Garfunkel</li>
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<h2>10 Classical Pieces for Singers</h2>
<p>If you prefer to sing opera or songs by classical composers, then we think you&#8217;ll really enjoy this list of ten songs. Each Singer Pro arrangement in this list is part of our Musicnotes Editions catalog, so you receive an added value when you purchase any of these songs.</p>
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<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0075401" target="_new">Aria &#8220;Bist du bei mir&#8221;</a> Composed by Bach</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0065074" target="_new">Zion hort die Wachter Singen from &#8220;Sleepers, Awake!&#8221;</a> Composed by Bach</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0066903" target="_new">Habanera (from <em>Carmen</em>)</a> Composed by Bizet</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0073446" target="_new">Wiegenlied &#8220;Cradle Song&#8221; (Brahms&#8217; Lullaby) Opus 49, No. 4</a> Composed by Brahms</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0075383" target="_new">Caro Mio Ben (Thou, all my bliss) Arietta</a> Composed by Giordani</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0067494" target="_new">Voi, Che Sapete (from <em>Le Nozze di Figaro</em>)</a> Composed by Mozart</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0066176" target="_new">Nessun Dorma (from <em>Turnadot</em>)</a> Composed by Puccini</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0066674" target="_new">O Mio Babbino Caro (from <em>Gianni Schicchi</em>)</a> Composed by Puccini</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0078020" target="_new">Wandrers Nachtlied II, Opus 96 No 3</a> Composed by Schubert</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0078019" target="_new">Ach, ich darf nicht hin zu dir (From <em>Die Fledermaus</em>)</a> Composed by Strauss</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0070501" target="_new">Brindisi (Libiamo Ne&#8217; Lieti Calici) from <em>La Traviata</em></a> Composed by Verdi</li>
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<p>Are you a singer and want to help your fellow Musicnotes performers? Feel free to recommend a song in the comments below!</p>
<h2>Regarding Your Feedback</h2>
<p>In response to your comments, we wanted to take a moment and address the concerns that you brought up with regards to the songs mentioned here in the post.</p>
<p>Initially, we were inspired to highlight the songs that have resonated with many of our customers because several of these songs were performed on stage and at auditions through talent shows like the X-Factor and American Idol. Susan Boyle is just one example of someone who sung a well-known Broadway song so well, that she ended up getting a recording contract from her performance. </p>
<p>After reading your comments, it is clear that some of you were expecting a list of songs appropriate for community theater or professional stage auditions. We understand that our presentation of these songs may have resulted in some confusion, and we are currently consulting with professionals that work on-and-off Broadway to provide you with a list of their recommendations. </p>
<p>As always, we appreciate your feedback. Thank you for taking the time to respond to this post.</p>
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		<title>Celebrate the Seventieth Anniversary of The Wizard of Oz with sheet music!</title>
		<link>http://blog.musicnotes.com/2009/09/23/celebrate-the-seventieth-anniversary-of-the-wizard-of-oz-with-sheet-music/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2009 21:07:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Monica</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Based on a book entitled The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum, the stunning musical The Wizard of Oz was produced seventy years ago today. Historically, the 1939 movie production starring Judy Garland, Frank Morgan and Ray Bolger is considered one of the greatest films of all time and has inspired musicals like [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/book.asp?ppn=BKAL32755" target="_new"><img src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/09/Wizard-of-Oz-for-70th-Anniversary-225x300.jpg" alt="Wizard of Oz 70th Anniversary Deluxe Songbook" width="225" height="300" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-3207" /></a>Based on a book entitled <em>The Wonderful Wizard of Oz</em> by L. Frank Baum, the stunning musical <em>The Wizard of Oz</em> was produced seventy years ago today. Historically, the 1939 movie production starring Judy Garland, Frank Morgan and Ray Bolger is considered one of the greatest films of all time and has inspired musicals like <em>The Wiz</em> and <em>Wicked</em>. Both the film production and the musical soundtrack have a rich history filled with interesting trivia. Did you know that the Tin Man&#8217;s makeup was toxic? Or how about the fact that Shirley Temple was also considered for the lead of Dorothy?</p>
<p>Musicnotes.com is thrilled to celebrate the seventieth anniversary of the Wizard of Oz by featuring beautifully-arranged sheet music and a gorgeous songbook. We&#8217;ve just received a brand new sheet music book entitled <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/book.asp?ppn=BKAL32755" target="_new"><strong>The Wizard of Oz</strong>: 70th Anniversary Deluxe Songbook</a> from Alfred Music Publishing.  This full color book marks the first time some songs from <a href="http://search.musicnotes.com/?show=The%20Wizard%20of%20Oz&amp;u1=show&amp;hl=y" target="_new"><em>The Wizard of Oz</em> sheet music</a> have been published in over a century. Arranged and transcribed by Tod Edmonson and Ethan Neuburg, you&#8217;ll find movie stills, two songs from the 1903 Broadway musical production of <em>The Wizard of Oz</em> that include lyrics by original Oz author L. Frank Baum, biographies, fact-filled essays and more! </p>
<p>Cary Ginell, who works for Alfred Music Publishing, wrote the history essay for the newly published sheet music book. Not only is he a music historian, musician and author of five books on American music, he has a deep love of music that shines through his writing. We would like to extend our thanks to Cary and all the folks over at Alfred for sharing the news with us about this collector&#8217;s item, and offer our congratulations on a beautiful book. Here are a few more points we&#8217;d like to share about this sheet music book:</p>
<ul>
<li>For the first time, all the songs from <em>The Wizard of Oz</em> are presented in their original keys.</li>
<li>Songs are newly arranged from rare M-G-M studio manuscripts &amp; the original motion picture soundtrack.</li>
<li>Includes biographies of songwriters Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg, as well as music director/conductor Herbert Stothart.</li>
<li>The &#8220;<a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0076785" target="_new">Munchkinland Musical Sequence</a>,&#8221; is presented for the first time as it appears in the film: as an uninterrupted operetta, with all songs, dialog, and themes included.</li>
<li>Music is included for &#8220;<a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0076737" target="_new">The Jitterbug</a>,&#8221; a rare song that was deleted from the original film.</li>
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<p>In addition to this collector&#8217;s item, we also offer the songs through our digital sheet music format. </p>
<h2>The Wizard of Oz Digital Sheet Music</h2>
<p>For those of you who enjoy downloading sheet music from our site, we also offer many of these songs as a digital sheet music download. If you&#8217;re a big fan of <em>The Wizard of Oz</em>, you can also check out our selection of <a href="http://search.musicnotes.com/?show=the%20wiz&amp;u1=show&amp;hl=y" target="_new"><em>The Wiz</em> sheet music</a> and <a href="http://search.musicnotes.com/?show=wicked&amp;u1=show&amp;hl=y" target="_new"><em>Wicked</em> sheet music</a>, too.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s a list of some signature song titles from <em>The Wizard of Oz</em> that we recommend:</p>
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<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0076730" target="_new"><em>We&#8217;re Off to See the Wizard</em></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0076732" target="_new"><em>If I Only Had a Heart</em></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0076720" target="_new"><em>Over the Rainbow</em></a> named &#8220;Song of the Century&#8221; by the RIAA!</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0076779" target="_new"><em>Ding Dong! The Witch is Dead</em></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0076784" target="_new"><em>The Lollipop Guild</em></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0076728" target="_new"><em>If I Only Had a Brain</em></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0076733" target="_new"><em>If I Only Had the Nerve</em></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0076735" target="_new"><em>The Merry Old Land of Oz</em></a></li>
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<p>Be sure to place your order today for this spectacular collection of sheet music from <em>The Wizard of Oz</em>. We hope you take the time to watch the film or read the books, too! </p>
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		<title>Mark the Anniversary of WWII with Music</title>
		<link>http://blog.musicnotes.com/2009/09/01/mark-the-anniversary-of-wwii-with-music/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 20:33:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Monica</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Today marks the seventieth anniversary of the beginning of World War II. Even though the 1940s were a tragic time in the world&#8217;s history, this was also a very important period for music, too. Popular songs were used to boost morale and entertain troops, but they were also written to fill the hearts of those [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/09/WW-II-soldiers-300x225.jpg" alt="WW II soldiers" width="300" height="225" class="alignright size-medium wp-image-3027" />Today marks the seventieth anniversary of the beginning of World War II. Even though the 1940s were a tragic time in the world&#8217;s history, this was also a very important period for music, too. Popular songs were used to boost morale and entertain troops, but they were also written to fill the hearts of those waiting at home as well. </p>
<p>Performed by big bands, orchestras and solo artists, there are many memorable songs from the 1940s that continue to resonate through the years. For example, there are quite a few songs from the <a href="http://search.musicnotes.com/?artist=irving%20berlin&amp;u1=artist&amp;hl=y" target="_new">Irving Berlin sheet music</a> repertoire from this period, as well as several more from the collection of <a href="http://search.musicnotes.com/?q=glenn+miller&amp;search_id=Top&amp;hl=y" target="_new">sheet music for songs by Glenn Miller and his Orchestra</a>.</p>
<p>In addition to music written in this era, there is no shortage of powerful movie scores and songs for films set during this time period. <a href="http://search.musicnotes.com/?q=Schindler%27s+List&amp;search_id=Top&amp;hl=y" target="_new">Sheet music for <em>Schindler&#8217;s List</em></a> and the collection of <a href="http://search.musicnotes.com/?show=The%20sound%20of%20music&amp;u1=show&amp;hl=y" target="_new">songs from the <em>Sound of Music</em></a> are just two examples, but there are several others.</p>
<p>Here are some popular songs from this time period that we recommend: </p>
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<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0045959" target="_new">G.I. Jive</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0045941" target="_new">Dancing in the Dark</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0046257" target="_new">On the Atchinson, Topeka and the Santa Fe</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064811" target="_new">Take the &#8216;A&#8217; Train</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/scorch.asp?ppn=SC0023864" target="_new">Warsaw Concerto</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0070360" target="_new">I&#8217;ll Walk Alone</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0050864" target="_new">(There&#8217;ll Be Bluebirds Over) The White Cliffs of Dover</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0045935" target="_new">I&#8217;ll Never Smile Again</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/scorch.asp?ppn=SC0030383" target="_new">When The Lights Go On Again (All Over The World)</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0037662" target="_new">Comin&#8217; In On A Wing And a Prayer</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0069053" target="_new">Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate The Positive</a></li>
</ul>
<p>If you haven&#8217;t already, be sure to read <a href="http://blog.musicnotes.com/2009/05/22/before-you-go-a-patriotic-songs-story/"><em>Before You Go</em> a Patriotic Song&#8217;s Story</a>, for a moving story behind a song written to honor veterans from WWII and other wars. </p>
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		<title>Sheet Music for Schoolhouse Rock &amp; Back to School</title>
		<link>http://blog.musicnotes.com/2009/08/11/sheet-music-for-schoolhouse-rock-back-to-school/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2009 13:19:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Monica</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Get ready to break out your sheet music and practice your instruments &#8211; school is almost back in session. Believe it or not, going back to school can be a lot of fun because there are a ton of great songs for you to play and perform. Why not get a head start and play [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/08/Back-to-School-300x243.jpg" alt="Back to School" width="300" height="243" class="alignright size-medium wp-image-2914" />Get ready to break out your sheet music and practice your instruments &#8211; school is almost back in session. Believe it or not, going back to school can be a lot of fun because there are a ton of great songs for you to play and perform. Why not get a head start and play some school-inspired songs to get in the mood to learn music? </p>
<p>For starters, you could groove to <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0057957" target="_new"><em>School of Rock</em> Guitar Tab</a>. This song was featured in a comedy film by the same name, starring Jack Black. To help you learn this song, we also have a <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mgt.asp?ppn=GT0057957" target="_new">Guitar Guru Session of <em>School of Rock</em></a>, too. Remember, every session comes with an accompanying guitar tab so you can play this song well after you&#8217;ve mastered it. </p>
<p>Not into hard rock? That&#8217;s okay, we understand that you might think <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0073285" target="_new">we don&#8217;t need no education</a>, but we still think you do. Don&#8217;t want to keep <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/scorch.asp?ppn=SC0034183"><em>Waitin&#8217; in School</em></a>? Maybe you should <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/col.asp?ppn=CL0001564" target="_new"><em>Grease</em> back your hair and get ready for a <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/col.asp?ppn=CL0001564" target="_new"><em>High School Musical</em></a>. After all, you don&#8217;t want to be a <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0069985" target="_new"><em>Beauty School Dropout</em></a>, do you? If the first HSM isn&#8217;t enough, you might want to try <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/col.asp?ppn=CL0001574" target="_new"><em>High School Musical 2</em></a>. What&#8217;s that you say? You want to <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0069226" target="_new"><em>Scream</em></a> &#8220;<a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0069223" target="_new"><em>I Want It All</em></a> <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0069225" target="_new"><em>Right Now</em></a>!&#8221; Okay&#8230;don&#8217;t worry! We have what you want in this <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/col.asp?ppn=CL0001574" target="_new"><em>High School Musical 3 Collection</em></a>. </p>
<p>Well, before you <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0069228" target="_new"><em>Walk Away</em></a>, you might want to study up on your lessons with <em>Schoolhouse Rock</em>!  </p>
<h2>Schoolhouse Rock Sheet Music</h2>
<p><a href="http://search.musicnotes.com/?q=schoolhouse+rock&amp;search_id=Top&amp;hl=n&amp;x=0&amp;y=0" target="_new"><img src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/08/Schoolhouse-Rock-300x211.jpg" alt="Schoolhouse Rock" width="300" height="211" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-2901" /></a> Do you remember Schoolhouse Rock? From songs like <em>Conjunction Junction</em> to <em>I&#8217;m Just a Bill</em>, Schoolhouse Rock has brought animated humor and a whole lot of fun to help teach topics like politics, science, grammar, money, math and technology. </p>
<p>In this money-saving <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/col.asp?ppn=CL0001603" target="_new"><em><strong>Schoolhouse Rock</strong></em> Song Collection</a> you can enjoy ten popular songs for only $26.95, which saves you $23.15. </p>
<p>Here are ten songs from <em>Schoolhouse Rock</em> that you might enjoy playing or singing:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064340" target="_new"><strong>I&#8217;m Just a Bill</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064342" target="_new"><strong>Conjunction Junction</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064349" target="_new"><strong>Three Is a Magic Number</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064348" target="_new"><strong>No More Kings</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064344" target="_new"><strong>Interplanet Janet</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064341" target="_new"><strong>Lolly, Lolly, Lolly, Get Your Adverbs Here</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064345" target="_new"><strong>Electricity, Electricity</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064347" target="_new"><strong>My Hero, Zero</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064346" target="_new"><strong>Dollars and Sense</strong></a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064343" target="_new"><strong>The Great American Melting Pot</strong></a></li>
</ul>
<p>What songs get you in the mood to learn your instrument or master your singing lessons? Share your favorites in the comments below!</p>
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		<title>Michael Jackson and His Music Legacy</title>
		<link>http://blog.musicnotes.com/2009/06/26/michael-jackson-and-his-music-legacy/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2009 19:16:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Monica</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Yesterday, we were stunned by the news that Michael Jackson had passed away at the early age of 50. Musicnotes.com would like to extend our deepest condolences to the friends and family of Michael Jackson.
In honor of Michael Jackson&#8217;s music and the legacy he left behind both as an individual performer and his early work [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/06/thriller-3-300x300.jpg" alt="thriller-3" width="300" height="300" class="alignright size-medium wp-image-2620" />Yesterday, we were stunned by the news that Michael Jackson had passed away at the early age of 50. Musicnotes.com would like to extend our deepest condolences to the friends and family of Michael Jackson.</p>
<p>In honor of Michael Jackson&#8217;s music and the legacy he left behind both as an individual performer and his early work with the Jackson 5, we would like to share with you some of our music-related memories for this legendary performer, and also comment on how your fellow music lovers have reacted to the news. </p>
<p>Starting at the tender age of 11, Michael Jackson&#8217;s first professional performance was with the music group called &#8216;The Jackson 5,&#8217; performing hit songs like <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0063709" target="_new"><em>I&#8217;ll Be There</em></a>, <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064159" target="_new"><em>ABC</em></a> as well as the popular Christmas song <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/scorch.asp?ppn=SC0006235" target="_new"><em>I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus</em></a>.</p>
<p>Shortly after his success as a member of the family group, Michael launched his solo career. As an individual performer, Michael Jackson had fourteen number one song titles from 1972 through 1995. These songs ranged from <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0064485" target="_ new"><em>Ben</em></a> to <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0041781" target="_new"><em>Billie Jean</em></a> to <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0026698" target="_new"><em>You Are Not Alone</em></a>. His discography, available through <a href="http://www.rollingstone.com/artists/michaeljackson/discography" target="_new">Rolling Stone Magazine</a>, is a trip down memory lane for many of us here at Musicnotes.com, because several of his albums were a part of our childhoods. Of course, these memories are tied to his elaborate music videos where we watched Michael perform while wearing a glove and a red leather jacket, sing <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0071630" target="_new"><em>Say, Say, Say</em></a> with Paul McCartney and dance with a horde of zombies and monsters in <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/scorch.asp?ppn=SC0001326" target="_new"><em>Thriller</em></a>.</p>
<p>From fast-paced songs like <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0041780" target="_new"><em>Beat It</em></a> to meaningful songs like <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0041797" target="_new"><em>Heal the World</em></a>, perhaps one of the reasons why Michael Jackson&#8217;s music is so powerful in our minds is because of his versatility as a songwriter and as a performer. </p>
<p>In addition to his own music, there is another song that a few of us were remembering today. As part of a massive charity effort for <a href="http://www.usaforafrica.org" target="_new">USA for Africa</a>, several performers banded together to perform <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0044490" target="_new"><em>We Are The World</em></a>. Written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie and performed by well over a dozen music icons, this song quickly became a worldwide hit. As a powerful song, we still remember the lyrics to <em>We Are The World</em> and the strange and wonderful sight of performers working together for a common, noble goal. Performers included Huey Lewis, Stevie Wonder, Steve Perry, other members of the Jackson 5 and many more. </p>
<p>While we were reminiscing, we decided to put together a collection of sheet music for some of our <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/col.asp?ppn=CL0001736" target="_new">favorite Michael Jackson songs</a>. What are your favorite songs? Do you play them with a synthesizer sound or on piano?</p>
<p>Of course, we are not the only music lovers or professionals who are mourning the passing of this pop music legend. <a href="http://7thspace.com/headlines/312996/sony_comments_on_the_passing_of_michael_jackson.html" target="_new">Music publisher Sony released a press release commenting on Michael Jackson&#8217;s passing</a>, expressing their shock and grief. </p>
<blockquote><p>Martin Bandier, Chairman &amp; CEO of Sony/ATV Music Publishing, said: &#8220;Michael was the kind of amazing talent that comes along once in a lifetime. He was an incredible recording artist, an insightful businessman, an unmatched performer, and a true icon. To all of us at Sony/ATV Music Publishing, he was also a trusted and passionate partner, who was very proud of our accomplishments. He will be dearly missed. We wish his children and entire family our deepest condolences.&#8221;</p></blockquote>
<p>Many of you have felt the impact of Michael Jackson&#8217;s passing as well, because the world of sheet music is definitely not the same today as it was yesterday. Today, <a href="http://search.musicnotes.com/?q=michael+jackson&amp;search_id=Top&amp;hl=y">Michael Jackson sheet music</a> is the number one searched for item on our site, and many of you are downloading songs like <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0041784" target="_new"><em>Black or White</em></a> and <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0041831" target="_new"><em>Remember the Time</em></a>. According to <a href="http://www.billboard.com/bbcom/news/michael-jackson-dominates-twitter-amazon-1003988284.story" target="_new">Billboard Magazine</a>, the death of Michael Jackson has also had an immediate impact on music through iTunes, Amazon.com and Twitter. To us, this phenomenon shows the powerful impact the King of Pop&#8217;s passing has on music lovers everywhere &#8212; us included. Michael may be gone, but his musical legacy will continue to be a part of our hearts and minds for years to come.</p>
<h2>Songs from the Michael Jackson Memorial</h2>
<p>Since Michael Jackson’s memorial earlier this week, we have received a lot of requests from customers looking for sheet music for songs performed. To aid those customers in finding these selections, we’ve listed them below, with links to the sheet music.</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0073936" target="_new"><em><strong>Smile</em></strong></a> by Charlie Chaplin and Michael Jackson. Performed by Jermaine Jackson.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0063709" target="_new"><em><strong>I&#8217;ll Be There</strong></em></a> by the Jackson 5. Performed by Mariah Carey and Trey Lorenz.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0068096" target="_new"><em><strong>Jesus is Love</em></strong></a> by Ben Tankard. Performed by Lionel Richie.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0058212" target="_new"><em><strong>Soon and Very Soon</em></strong> by Andrae Crouch. Performed by Andrae Crouch Choir.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0075098" target="_new"><em><strong>Never Dreamed You&#8217;d Leave in Summer</strong></em></a> by Stevie Wonder. Performed by Stevie Wonder.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0041796" target="_new"><em><strong>Will You Be There</strong></em></a> by Michael Jackson. Performed by Jennifer Hudson.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0041789" target="_new"><em><strong>Human Nature</em></strong></a> by Michael Jackson. Performed on guitar by John Mayer.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0075678" target="_new"><strong><em>Gone Too Soon</em></strong></a>, performed by Usher.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0026641" target="_new"><em><strong>Who&#8217;s Loving You</em></strong></a> by the Jackson 5. (Composed by Smokey Robinson.) Performed by Shaheen Jafargholi (Singer from Britain&#8217;s Got Talent.)</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0041797" target="_new"><strong><em>Heal the World</em></strong></a> by Michael Jackson. Group performance.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/mtd.asp?ppn=MN0044490" target="_new"><strong><em>We Are the World</em></strong></a> by USA for Africa. Group performance.</li>
</ul>
<p>For more about Michael Jackson and his music, visit the <a href="http://www.michaeljackson.com" target="_new">official Michael Jackson website</a> or watch his music videos through the <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/michaeljackson" target="_new">Michael Jackson Channel on YouTube!</a></p>
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		<title>Ask Musicnotes for Beginner Piano Players</title>
		<link>http://blog.musicnotes.com/2009/04/30/ask-musicnotes-for-beginner-piano-players/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:50:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Monica</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you learning to play piano? From asking questions related to playing piano with both hands to learning how to play for the first time, many of you are interested in how you can play piano sheet music. While there is no musical wand we can wave to help you play like Peter Cincotti or [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you learning to play piano? From asking questions related to playing piano with both hands to learning how to play for the first time, many of you are interested in how you can play piano sheet music. While there is no musical wand we can wave to help you play like <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/features/artists/cincotti_peter/" target="_new">Peter Cincotti</a> or <a href="http://blog.musicnotes.com/2008/11/20/interview-william-joseph-pianist-composer/">William Joseph</a> in a matter of days, there is one thing that you can do to help get your fingers used to practicing. </p>
<p><img src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/03/speech-bubble.jpg" alt="speech-bubble" width="276" height="263" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1768" /><span style="color: #003f87"><strong>Beginner Piano Playing Tip</strong>: It&#8217;s not uncommon for beginner piano players to experience difficulty playing songs with both hands. To help strengthen your fingers and learn how to play with both hands, try &#8220;practicing&#8221; your sheet music on a counter-top or hard surface.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #003f87">Why is this helpful? Well, if you&#8217;re focusing on a hard surface instead of a keyboard, you&#8217;ll concentrate on how your fingers work together instead of worring about hitting the right notes. Over time, you&#8217;ll begin to notice when your hands go &#8220;flat&#8221; and correct your form, too!</span></p>
<p>Remember, practicing is really the only way to get through some of your greatest challenges while you learn. It does take time to master an instrument. For example, many of our <a href="http://blog.musicnotes.com/category/contests/youperform-contest/contest-winners/">Musicnotes YouPerform contest winners</a> have been playing for several years. </p>
<p>Here are two more questions we&#8217;d like to address that were very similar to several others we received, regarding proper fingering and recommendations for books:</p>
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<ul><strong>ASK MUSICNOTES</strong>: <em>What is the proper finger numbering for scales up 3 octaves and back? The entire circle of fifths and more. Thanks! &#8211; Stowell</ul>
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<a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/book.asp?ppn=bkal5743" target="_new"><img src="http://www.musicnotes.com/productimg/bkal5743.jpg" alt="Piano Method Book" align="left" /></a>There are a number of books that teach players how to practice scales, arpeggios and other music theory fundamentals. These books are called &#8220;method books&#8221; and help piano players learn how to play using a number of different techniques. We feature <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/piano/methods.asp">piano method books</a> on Musicnotes.com, but here are a few we recommend that might help with proper fingering. The book pictured here is called &#8220;<a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/book.asp?ppn=bkal5743"><em>The Complete Book of Scales, Chords, Arpeggios and Cadences</em></a>.&#8221; One of the reasons why we recommend this particular book, is because this is a good piano method book for both beginning and advanced piano players to use as a resource.</p>
<p>If you have a keyboard, there are a few method books that have been written specifically for you. One of those books is the <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/book.asp?ppn=bkhl240525" target="_new"><em>Master Scale &amp; Chord Guide for Keyboard</em></a>; another is the <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/book.asp?ppn=bkmb98724" target="_new"><em>Keyboard Guide &#8211; Chords, Scales &amp; Modes In All Keys</em></a>.</p>
<p>If you want to learn how to play guitar, we&#8217;d also like to point out that we do offer <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/methods/guitar.asp">guitar method books</a> as well.</p>
<p><span style="color: #003f87">
<ul><strong>ASK MUSICNOTES</strong>: <em>Is there a book that I could buy and some great software that will help me learn now to play the piano? Thank You! &#8211; Derrick</ul>
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<a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/book.asp?ppn=KDAL22623" target="_new"><img src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/04/teach-yourself-to-play-piano-219x300.jpg" alt="teach-yourself-to-play-piano" width="150" class="alignright size-medium wp-image-2305" /></a>One of the great things about new technology, is that many music publishers have embraced new ways to help you learn how to play piano. <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/sheetmusic/book.asp?ppn=KDAL22623" target="_new"><em>Alfred&#8217;s Teach Yourself To Play Piano</em></a> is one book that we recommend, because it offers you the ability to learn multiple styles of music and comes with a CD. Here&#8217;s a little bit more about this piano-learning book:</p>
<ul>Everything you need to know to start playing now! Whether you&#8217;re a beginner with no prior musical training, or you &#8220;used to play&#8221; and are need of a refresher course, Alfred&#8217;s Teach Yourself to Play Piano is the perfect resource to teach yourself piano, even though you have never taken a lesson. Complete with on-screen scrolling music, MP3 play-along tracks for every example, and iPod*-compatible video files, you will master how to make rhythms made simple, how to form the most important chords, techniques for playing with feeling and expression, and so much more. Upon completing Teach Yourself to Play Piano, you will be able to play in pop, blues, classical, folk, hymns, spirituals, and ragtime styles. The DVD includes exciting arrangements of &#8220;<a href="http://search.musicnotes.com/?q=The%20Entertainer&amp;u1=q&amp;title=The%20Entertainer&amp;u2=title&amp;hl=y">The Entertainer</a>&#8221; and &#8220;<a href="http://search.musicnotes.com/?q=Amazing%20Grace&amp;u1=q&amp;title=Amazing%20Grace&amp;u2=title&amp;hl=y">Amazing Grace</a>,&#8221; and sets the stage for a life-long relationship with music and playing the piano.</ul>
<p>Well, that&#8217;s all the time we have to answer your questions today. Whether you&#8217;re just learning how to play piano or you&#8217;re an experienced pianist, we hope you enjoyed this edition of Ask Musicnotes. Don&#8217;t be afraid to keep your questions coming or chime in with your thoughts below!</p>
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		<title>Did you Ask Musicnotes? Read about the Melodic Minor</title>
		<link>http://blog.musicnotes.com/2009/04/14/did-you-ask-musicnotes-read-about-the-melodic-minor/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 13:00:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Monica</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ While many of your questions were related to transpositions, music notation and symbols, and learning how to play piano or guitar, there were a few that were quite technical like this question about the melodic minor. We&#8217;d like to address this question here today for our advanced music lovers out there. 
I have been [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/03/speech-bubble.jpg" alt="speech-bubble" width="276" height="263" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1768" /> While many of your questions were related to transpositions, music notation and symbols, and learning how to play piano or guitar, there were a few that were quite technical like this question about the melodic minor. We&#8217;d like to address this question here today for our advanced music lovers out there. </p>
<ul><font color="#1569C7"><em>I have been teaching piano for over 15 years and have taught the 3 kinds of minor scales, but I have never understood the origin or the purpose of the melodic minor.  I have continued to teach it along with the natural and harmonic minor scales so that if my students continue on with their music education they will know it and hopefully find someone to explain it to them later&#8212;perhaps in a college theory class?!  I have asked many music-minded people over the years and have never received a satisfactory answer as to WHY we even have the melodic minor, let alone an example of a song with it in it.  Any ideas??!</em></p>
<p><em>Sincerely,<br />
Curious in Spokane, WA</em></font></ul>
<p>Do you know what a melodic minor is? A melodic minor scale is based on a natural minor, but the sixth and seventh tones in the melodic minor scale will be raised by a semi-tone (half step) when the melody is moving upward toward the root note (tonic). The trick is that a melodic minor is the same as a natural minor when you play the descending scale.</p>
<p>Both the harmonic and melodic minor scales are used to increase the &#8220;weight&#8221; of a desire to resolve to the tonic.  In the harmonic minor scale, the 7th is raised to make it a half-step below the tonic where it is referred to as a &#8220;leading tone.&#8221;  If you&#8217;re in A minor and play a G sharp, you get a tangible sense that it REALLY wants to resolve upward to A – even more so than a G-natural due to proximity.  Plus, the raised 7th gives us the traditional V7-i cadence.  </p>
<p>The harmonic minor scale does present a problem, though: it creates an awkward augmented 2nd interval (3 half steps) between the 6th and 7th.  Historically, going all the way back to early music and chant, this interval was considered dissonant (both melodically and harmonically) and was to be avoided or resolved immediately.  By raising the 6th along with the 7th (melodic minor) this awkward interval could be avoided.  The raised 6th also serves to further emphasize the upward motion toward a resolution to the tonic.</p>
<p>However, if you&#8217;re descending melodically in the scale – moving AWAY from the tonic, there&#8217;s no need to build &#8220;upward&#8221; motion or tension toward that resolution.  The raised 6th and 7th can actually be confused for a major scale if you play them descending, resulting in a sense of tonal ambiguity.  That is why the 6th and 7th in the melodic minor scale are usually employed as &#8220;raised ascending/natural descending.&#8221;  </p>
<p>Many songs may employ the melodic minor as a phrase-shaping tool, so it can be challenging to find examples of a song that uses the melodic minor consistently. Typically, the melodic minor is usually used to shape singular phrases or passages when it is convenient for the harmony. </p>
<p>Have a question for our team here at Musicnotes.com? Don&#8217;t be afraid to &#8220;Ask Musicnotes!&#8221;</p>
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		<title>Love Piano Sheet Music? Learn about Types of Notation!</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:00:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Monica</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Notation is the way music is represented by written symbols. Symbols can include notes or other markings that indicate how to play your song. A few of you had asked what some of those musical symbols mean, and our production team recommended this list of modern musical symbols which includes everything from a &#8220;staff&#8221; to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/04/piano-keyboard-300x155.jpg" alt="piano-keyboard" width="250" class="alignleft wp-image-2067" />Notation is the way music is represented by written symbols. Symbols can include notes or other markings that indicate how to play your song. A few of you had asked what some of those musical symbols mean, and our production team recommended this <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modern_musical_symbols">list of modern musical symbols</a> which includes everything from a &#8220;staff&#8221; to the &#8220;fermata&#8221; symbol, which looks like a bird&#8217;s eye.</p>
<p>Did you know that sheet music is a form of music notation? There are several different ways that a song can be written into sheet music. Often, the notation may change depending upon the arrangement, complexity and musicians involved in the piece. For example, our <strong>Singer Pro</strong> sheet music features an independent vocal line that is separated from the piano accompaniment. Whenever possible, our Singer Pro piano accompaniments are notated just as you hear on your favorite artists’ recordings. As another example, there are multiple ways that music notation for guitarists can be rendered, too.</p>
<h2>Piano Music Notations</h2>
<p>Here are some other piano sheet music notations that you might be interested in learning more about. </p>
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<td><strong>Piano/Voice/Guitar (PVG</strong>)</p>
<p>Typically, this notation offers the piano part, vocal line and guitar chord frames. You might also see the vocal part repeated in the piano part.</p>
<p><strong>Piano/Vocal/Chords (PVC)</strong></p>
<p>Typically the music notation offers the piano part, vocal line, and chord names above the staff. You might also see the vocal part repeated in the piano part.
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<td><strong>Piano Solo</strong></p>
<p>This type of music notation doesn&#8217;t offer a vocal line, because it&#8217;s meant to be performed as a piano solo. These notations may or may not offer chord names as well.</td>
<td><img src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/04/piano-solo.gif" alt="piano-solo" width="346" height="250" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2085" /></td>
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<td><strong>Easy Piano</strong></p>
<p>This type of music notation is geared toward beginning to elementary level piano students. Sheet music may often includes lyrics, but isn&#8217;t listed as a separate vocal line. </p>
<p>Did you know that easy piano arrangements can almost always be performed as a piano solo? However, easy piano arrangements are &#8220;abridged&#8221; and do not always contain complete lyrics. Like the piano solo notation, you may or may not find chord names above the staff.</td>
<td><img src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/04/easypiano.gif" alt="easypiano" width="346" height="270" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2086" /></td>
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<td><strong>Five Finger Piano</strong> </p>
<p>If you&#8217;re learning how to play piano, you know how important fingering is! In this style of piano music notation, notes are numbered by finger and hands stay in one place over the same keys throughout. </p>
<p>Typically, five finger piano notation offers the melody line of your favorite songs, but it also might include an optional teacher accompaniment.
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<td><strong>Big-Note</strong></p>
<p>Big-Note notation refers to sheet music that features larger notes. These songs may include notation for easy level piano, but not necessarily. Big-Note notation is more about the &#8220;size&#8221; of the notes than the level of complexity.</p>
<p>We recommend reviewing any songs you wish to download with big-note notation before you purchase them to ensure that the song fits your level of playing ability.</td>
<td><img src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/04/big-note.gif" alt="big-note" width="346" height="291" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-2094" /></td>
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<td><strong>Letter or E-Z Play Today</strong></p>
<p>If you&#8217;re looking for the easiest type of music notation that we sell, then you&#8217;ll want to look for Letter or E-Z Play Today notation. Typically, these arrangements only focus on the right hand melody of your favorite songs and include large notes with the letters printed right in the notes.
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		<title>Download &#8220;(I&#8217;ll be With You) In Apple Blossom Time&#8221; for Free!</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 20:46:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Monica</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Composed by Fleeson and Von Tilzer, this song was first performed in the 1920s. (I&#8217;ll be With You) In Apple Blossom Time is a perfect wedding song for Spring. Our piano sheet music version contains a full set of lyrics with a voice solo line. The guitar tab version of the song primarily focuses [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/03/apple-blossom.jpg" alt="apple-blossom" width="250" height="166" class="alignright size-full wp-image-1971"> Composed by Fleeson and Von Tilzer, this song was first performed in the 1920s. (I&#8217;ll be With You) In Apple Blossom Time is a perfect wedding song for Spring. Our <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/piano/" target="_new">piano sheet music</a> version contains a full set of lyrics with a voice solo line. The guitar tab version of the song primarily focuses on the main chorus of the song, and is great for beginning guitarists.</p>
<p>Although this song originated in the 1920s, the most popular version was performed by &#8220;The Andrews Sisters&#8221; during WWII. The song has been recorded by a number of artists ncluding Nat King Cole, Barry Manilow, The Platters, Jo Stafford, Wayne Newton and several others.</p>
<p>This song is now available for free through April 30th through our <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/free/" target="_new">free sheet music</a> download page, for guitarists, vocalists and pianists. Remember, if you&#8217;re curious about <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/guitarguru/" target="_new">Guitar Guru</a>, you can try the software with your free Guitar Guru session, too!</p>
<p>Here are the lyrics included with the piano/vocal (aka the Singer Pro) edition of the <a href="http://www.musicnotes.com/free/" target="_new">free sheet music</a>! Remember, you can download your copy all throughout the month of April!</p>
<ul><strong>Lyrics to (I&#8217;ll be With You) in Apple Blossom Time</strong></p>
<p><em><strong>First Verse</strong></p>
<p>I&#8217;m writing you dear,<br />
Just to tell you<br />
In September, you remember<br />
&#8216;Neath the old apple tree<br />
You whispered to me<br />
When it blossomed again, you&#8217;d be mine. </p>
<p>I&#8217;ve waited until I could claim you,<br />
I hope I&#8217;ve not waited in vain.<br />
For when it&#8217;s spring in the valley,<br />
I&#8217;m coming my sweetheart again! </p>
<p><strong>Chorus:</strong></p>
<p>I&#8217;ll be with you in apple blossom time,<br />
I&#8217;ll be with you to change your name to mine. </p>
<p>One day in May I&#8217;ll come and say,<br />
&#8220;Happy the bride the sun shines on today!&#8221; </p>
<p>What a wonderful wedding there will be,<br />
What a wonderful day for you and me!<br />
Church bells will chime<br />
You will be mine,<br />
in apple blossom time. </p>
<p><strong>Second Verse</strong></p>
<p>I hope that you meant<br />
what you promised<br />
in September, you remember<br />
and I&#8217;ve thought of the day<br />
I&#8217;d take you away<br />
just to have and to hold, for my own.</p>
<p>It&#8217;s such a long time since you kissed me<br />
and told me that you would be true<br />
but when the orchard is blooming<br />
my sweetheart I&#8217;m coming to you.</p>
<p><strong>Chorus:</strong></p>
<p>I&#8217;ll be with you in apple blossom time,<br />
I&#8217;ll be with you to change your name to mine. </p>
<p>One day in May I&#8217;ll come and say,<br />
&#8220;Happy the bride the sun shines on today!&#8221; </p>
<p>What a wonderful wedding there will be,<br />
What a wonderful day for you and me!<br />
Church bells will chime<br />
You will be mine,<br />
in apple blossom time.</em>/ul&gt;</p>
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		<title>Want to Become a Better Musician? Musicnotes Wants to Help!</title>
		<link>http://blog.musicnotes.com/2009/03/05/want-to-become-a-better-musician-musicnotes-wants-to-help/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2009 22:03:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Monica</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you an aspiring musician? Need help with learning your sheet music? We want to help. Just ask Musicnotes!
Musicnotes.com employs a wide range of talented individuals who are as passionate about music as you are. From professional arrangers to educators to just plain old music lovers, everyone here is dedicated to bringing sheet music to [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1768" src="http://blog.musicnotes.com/files/2009/03/speech-bubble.jpg" alt="speech-bubble" width="276" height="263" />Are you an aspiring musician? Need help with learning your sheet music? We want to help. Just ask Musicnotes!</p>
<p>Musicnotes.com employs a wide range of talented individuals who are as passionate about music as you are. From professional arrangers to educators to just plain old music lovers, everyone here is dedicated to bringing sheet music to life in one way or another. We&#8217;d like to share our knowledge with you by opening the floor to your questions.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s how we&#8217;d like to help you in your music endeavors:</p>
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<ul><span style="color: #003f87"><strong>Trying to learn music and need answers? Write down your question related to learning music or music performance and send your question to this email address: musiclovers AT musicnotes DOT com. <em>Please put &#8220;Ask Musicnotes&#8221; in your email subject line.</em></strong></span></ul>
<p>We&#8217;ll choose questions to answer here on the blog, and will provide you with a detailed answer. In the interest of time, not every question may be answered. How often (and how quickly) we respond to your questions will depend on scheduling and you!</p>
<p>If you&#8217;re looking for ideas on what types of questions to ask, you might start by reading our <a href="http://blog.musicnotes.com/2009/02/18/sheet-music-sight-reading-tips-for-singers-and-musicians/" target="_new">tips for sight-reading</a> post to help inspire you.</p>
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