Find out how to get started with the forward-thinking Serato DJ Lite controller.
EXPLORE DJ AND SYNTHESIZER
Drake has kept his finger on the pulse of hip-hop for over a decade. Learn to use ZENOLOGY to recreate the synth tones of “What’s Next."
Dua Lipa has a knack for making infectious grooves fit with her distinctive vocal tone. Recreate the sounds from "Levitating" with ZENOLOGY.
The AIRA Compact T-8 combines the best of TR drum sounds with a TB-303-style bass track. Learn to use this flexible, portable instrument.
Explore the show's haunting theme song and learn how the composers leaned on vintage synths, including the Roland JUPITER-8 and SH-2.
Lapsed Player: Returning to the Piano
Tim Baltes
Many of us learned piano when younger and quit. Ensure returning to the piano as an adult is more enjoyable and rewarding.
More Than Keys: Piano at the Center of the Family Home
Tim Baltes
Connect, spark joy, and create memories with your family and friends simply by adding a piano to your living space.
Key Figure: The Piano Takes Center Stage
Jake Uitti
A new generation of piano-playing frontpeople is carrying the torch for the instrument, bringing its legacy into new genres and formats.
Frank McNulty: A Family’s Musical Journey
Ari Rosenschein
Music keeps us young and brings families together. Frank McNulty and his daughter Jules talk about influences, upbringing, and Roland pianos.
A Few Minutes with Jeremy Ledbetter
Lyle Crilly
Toronto-based Jeremy Ledbetter is a musical globetrotter. He speaks about music, travel, and why now is the perfect time to take a breath.
Guy Fletcher and Jim Cox: Mark Knopfler’s Keyboard Duo
Ari Rosenschein
At Red Rocks Amphiteatre, Mark Knopfler’s musical director Guy Fletcher and keyboardist Jim Cox walk us through their keyboard rigs.
Piano Self-accompaniment Tips for Singer-Songwriters
SIRMA
Backing yourself up as a singer can be a daunting task. Here are a few strategies to help improve self-accompaniment skills.
Piano Tips: Practicing During a Pandemic
Anthony Carone
Practice can keep us sharp while waiting for live music to return. Anthony Carone of Canada’s Arkells shares piano tips to maximize downtime.
The Best Apps for Learning Piano
Roland Australia
You might have heard someone say, “There’s an app for that.” Here’s a summary of the best piano apps that your kids will enjoy.
Preparing for Piano Recitals and Performances
Jessica Roemischer
Most piano students will encounter the chance to prepare for recitals, concerts, or auditions. Performances present powerful opportunities.
EXPLORE DRUMS AND PRODUCTION
Chris Wood does more behind the kit than just playing drums. Learn how his hybrid kit informs Bastille’s uplifting, layered sound.
The SP-404MKII is ready-made for numerous types of customizations. Here's a deep dive into the world of options for modding the new model.
Learn to use the Roland TD-17's rich features to improve your drumming in a clear and simple way with this Ultimate Guide.
Zenbeats gave singer-songwriter Shay Leonia the confidence to record vocals for her single "Crumbs." Read about the entire creative process.
There's an excitement to playing a drum set for the first time. As a father, Oli Raud gets to revisit that feeling with his children.