Chris, I did mean instead of MIDI. VST instruments aren't an extension of MIDI - the first generation of them weren't even MIDI compatible (a feature...

Don't think I implied they were non-readers. My gut tells me you're right, however. I'm only suggesting that it could happen. I'm not aware that it...

It also doesn't mean that reading music is the only tool you will need. Your most important tool is your set of ears, without those, reading the music...

There are a couple of reasons that approach works for small ensembles, but not large ones in the hands of a non-reader. The first is an understanding...

As much as I like many different kinds of music, from 3 chord blues to progressive rock, to whatever, there is nothing that can compare to a well writ...

Somewhat to my surprise, I found that learning how to read music was really quite simple. The position of the note tells you what the sound is - A, B,...

BTW, I've never met a musician who regretted being able to read music, but I've met a few who regretted that they couldn't. I'd certainly agree with ...

McCartney isn't proof that reading is a useless skill; he's proof that sometimes essential skills can be outsourced. Agreed. I don't think that anybo...

This is a common misconception. Both COULD read music - in braille. Here's an image of Stevie reading music in braille: , and here's one of Ray Char...

Great question Chris. :D I value both, but for my money a good ear is the most essential skill I could have. It's the one I most covet anyway. Even i...

Hi Dave,The A, D and E that you now know are great starter chords for two reasons:a) Your index finger can stay on the D string for all three chords a...

Clever lyrics James. :) Reminds me of my schooldays and the Molesworth books illustrated with cartoons by Ronald Searle. See link below.The Private ...

Fine job, especially considering your state of health. Hope that improves soon.As others have said, good catchy song. If you're looking for suggested ...

Hi James. Good job - as expected! :) I enjoyed the playing and singing and the lyrics were suitably intriguing. There were some good images to get y...

Thanks very much for the listen and kind comments guys. :) Here in Australia we have a few organisations who are notorious for the incredibly long...