There’s no such thing as a ‘wrong note’ in Bluegrass

Ricky Skagg’s guitarist plays a progression that includes all 12 notes, but with emphasis on the triad of G. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/MqQFIGZxmqQ     === Exploring “Wrong” Notes in Bluegrass Music: The Forgiving Nature of Playing All 12 Notes In the vibrant world of bluegrass music, there’s a unique relationship between notes, chords, and the freedom of … Read more

The Scots-Irish musical legacy in the USA

Following the trail of the Great Wagon Road, Mark Wilson traces the road from Pennsylvania to North Carolina to discover the influence of the Ulster-Scots on the music of North America. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oN3H2JPqKRY   The Scots-Irish, also known as Ulster Scots, have had a significant influence on the musical heritage of the United States. The Scots-Irish … Read more

Alison Krauss is THE gold standard in pitch control! Here’s the PROOF!

42 Grammy nominations do not lie.   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YJENcs288xY   CGPT Pitch control refers to the process of altering or regulating the pitch (the perceived frequency of sound) of an audio signal. This concept is widely applied in various contexts, including music production, performance, and playback of recorded audio. The ability to control pitch is crucial … Read more