The Parents Guide for Kids Starting to Learn Piano
Every parent wants the best for their child and it’s challenging to find positive activities that they will enjoy. As a kid, learning piano at a young age was one of the best things that I did in my life. I am grateful to my parents for supporting and encouraging me. Piano is aligned with improved memory, mathematics, social, creative, reading and comprehension skills. Simply put, playing piano encourages your child
Which Battery Powered Amp Should I Choose?
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Learn to Play Drums
They say drummers are born with sticks in their hands. Rhythm courses through their veins. As babies they tap their feet and pound their toys.
Learn to Play Piano
“The hardest thing about learning to play piano as an adult is actually starting” Contributed by Fiona Parish for the Roland Australia Blog I was
BOSS Wireless Guitar Systems – Which One Is Best For Me?
Since their introduction in 2018, BOSS wireless products have quickly become a mainstay in the industry. From the easy to use bug-style WL-20 all the
Expanding the Roland SPD-SX Sampling Pad
The nine front pads on the SPD-SX make it easy to instantly trigger sounds. Expansion wise, there are several external trigger inputs ready to use
Using and Applying Effects with the Roland SPD-SX Sampling Pad
Using and applying effects to samples is easy on the SPD-SX. There are three effects units in the SPD-SX which you can run samples through.
Saving and Backing up the Roland SPD-SX
Protect your valuable SPD-SX sounds and settings with these easy steps. Save your entire SPD-SX setup and all the samples onto a single USB stick
Sampling with the Roland SPD-SX
Let’s Do Some Sampling! Far and away the most exciting thing about a sampler has to be the very act of sampling itself. Being able to quickly sample
Using Clicks and Backing Tracks with the Roland SPD-SX Sampling Pad
Here, we’ll cover how to use clicks and backing tracks with the Roland SPD-SX sampling pad. Loops and samples can be played along to the
Triggering WAV Samples with the Roland SPD-SX Sampling Pad
Triggering Samples Triggering WAV samples is both creative and musical with the SPD-SX. Each pad or external trigger on the SPD-SX can have it’s own
Interview with Peter James and Simon Kobler from Hillsong UNITED
With a brand new album and sample library, Greg Phillips from Australian Musician talks to Peter and Simon about creating music and sounds for UNITED.
Roland Artist: Drummer Chris Whitten
Introducing Roland Artist: Drummer Chris Whitten Never scared to simply play what the song requires, Chris Whitten is the sort of hit making drummer top
Drumming for worship and managing the volume level
In this article, we’ll look at some ways to control the drum kit volume in places of worship by using electronic drums without missing anything.
How to Find the Right Piano Teacher as an Adult
As I began to think about what I’d share here, I decided to write a letter. A letter to you – an adult who’s considering
Benefits of Learning Piano as an Adult
Think you’re too old to learn piano? Learning to play piano as an adult has many advantages. Contributed by Belinda Williams for the Roland Australia
Preparing For Piano Recitals And Performances
Most students who learn to play the piano will encounter at least once, and possibly multiple times, the experience of preparing for piano recitals, concerts, auditions
Fun Games To Play With Your Child On Piano
Would you like to help your child learn piano? Here is a selection of fun games to play with your child on piano that will have
The Best Digital Pianos Under $2000
It can be a bit of a challenge deciding which piano to buy if you don’t know what you’re looking for. Roland have an excellent
What is a PCM Synthesizer?
Everything you need to know about Roland’s PCM synthesizers. A PCM synthesizer uses samples as it’s primary sound source. In case you didn’t know, PCM