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So, you just spent a bucket of money on recording a new song or new album. And you want to release it. And since you’re really proud of this new music you’ve made, you’d like it if someone out there heard it. Someone besides your mom and immediate family. How do you let a wider […]

Are you looking for a reliable social and educational outlet for your little ones? Join Dawn Eargle in person with your babies, toddlers, and preschoolers to learn delightful songs, dances, and musical activities. When: April (30-40 classes, once per week) Where: Outside in Doko Park (Blythewood) Price: $15/class (paid monthly) Why? …because it’ll be so […]

Or: How to get your song in a TV show Having a song placed in a TV show or movie or ad is a great way to introduce new listeners to your music and a great way to monetize your artistry. Everybody wants it. How do you get it? There was a time, many years […]

Electric Guitar There are many brands you can start off with for electric guitars, and they are all similar in quality at the entry-level; however, three brands have stood the test of time, and you can’t really go wrong with any of these three brands: Fender, Gibson, and Ibanez. Like anything, you will have a […]

We are constantly trying to improve our experience at Freeway Music. Anytune Pro has been an amazing tool for our instructors and students in private lessons. Here are some of our favorite features. Changing Tempo: AnyTune Pro allows you to input a song from your music library and slow it down or speed it up […]

I still remember the night it happened. I was at Sakitumi, a local sushi restaurant in Columbia, SC. I’d come out to watch a jazz trio play and decided I would sit in and attempt the song “Donna Lee” by Charlie Parker. I had been practicing the song on my own for months, learning the […]

Students often ask what areas of guitar should they should focus on. So, I took the time and compiled a list. It is not exhaustive, but certainly a great start. Here are 11 Areas of guitar focus that every guitar player should look into. Chords/Chord Building – Great rhythm players make for great lead players. […]

Any list is subjective, but when it comes to a list of songs or artists, the opinions can vary even greater. After teaching guitar for 20 years, I’ve learned to appreciate almost every style. So, I included tunes that have affected my playing the most and have been super fun to play. Each of these […]