Country music is enjoying an upsurge. Whether it be Dolly Parton, whose fame only continues to grow in her 70s, or younger stars such as Taylor Swift and Beyonce, whose Texas Hold-‘Em recently became a record-breaking hit, country is winning over more fans than ever. Why is this? Streaming is known to have widened musicalContinue reading “Up Country”
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Music For Every Mood
Is there truly music for every mood? With a vast array of music now only a tap or a click away, there surely has to be. The choice of musical genre, rhythm, beat, tempo, duration and performer has become endless and can feel overpowering or overwhelming. But with such choice now everyday, are there commonContinue reading “Music For Every Mood”
Upbeat Downbeat
This week sees the longest day and midsummer, but also Make Music Day. This is a chance to do just that – to play around with sound and to make music, on your own or with others – but also to think more about music and its role in our lives, whether or not weContinue reading “Upbeat Downbeat”
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