Chopin's Op. 64 No. 2, the Waltz in C# minor, has an interesting analysis I found on YouTube. In measure 6, it states that it's in A major with a pedal point on E, starting with the chord E, F#, A, D#, and B#. I'm a bit puzzled because shouldn't the vii of E be a D# chord instead of B#? Any insights ...

Is there any reason to add slur marking to a segment that has the pedal held the entire time?

I've been self-teaching for a while now, mostly through online song tutorials. I started off playing acoustic and could manage a couple of songs like 'Left-Hander' by Panic and 'Your Shampoo Scent In The Flowers' by Jang Beom-june. Recently, I've switched to electric guitar, but I feel like I'm ...

Piano player of 18 years here. Was wondering if 10 months was a reasonable timeframe to get good at this instrument? Improvisation, chords, scales, the whole lot. I’ve got a solid grasp on theory. And I’m killer on the keys. Just wanted to ask a few vetted guitar players to see if this timeline is ...

I’ve spent years in the world of music, but I still feel lost and disconnected. Any advice on how to truly understand and connect with music?

I need things spelled out for me slowly. I need lots of repetition. I need things dumbed down as much as possible. Can someone recommend a guitar method or tips for someone who struggles with mental acuity?