We discuss five basic yet important electrical and audio concepts that musicians regularly encounter. We'll tackle some of the more technical aspects of these subjects using simple, everyday language,...
Performance anxiety (the psychological term) is a widespread problem, especially for singers and instrumentalists. According to research, almost half of all musicians are struck by varying degrees...
Real-world playing experience can do more for your chops than weeks — or even years — of practice. The rush of adrenaline, the distraction of the lights and crowds,...
If terms such as gain structure, impedance matching, and headroom give you a headache, you're in good company. Most people would rather their gear work perfectly right out of the box than have to...
Pat Kirtley shows you how to develop the logical troubleshooting skills necessary to help you quickly diagnose the sources of onstage equipment failures...
Before you hear the
bad news about permanent hearing injury; and the good news about
increasingly affordable, high-quality protection; it's
important to understand the exquisite yet vulnerable ear...
Tech Basics Without Tears
Playing Scared
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
P.A. 101
Not Just for Folk Singers
