Alice Stewart
Alice grew up in Winchester, where the cathedral's choral tradition set the tone for her whole musical life. She's spent years helping young singers and players find their way. She writes about choral music, singing and learning an instrument.
Articles by Alice Stewart
The Ultimate Guide to Music Theory
Music theory is friendlier than it looks — not a rulebook, but a shared language for what you already hear. Here's what it covers and a calm order in which to learn it.
Vocal Remover Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A vocal remover separates vocals from an instrumental mix — useful for karaoke, remixing, practice and more. Here's how the technology works and what to expect from it.
Common Sight Reading Mistakes to Avoid
The mistakes that hold sight reading back are predictable, common, and entirely avoidable — here is a clear-eyed look at what they are and how to address each one.
Trs Cable for Beginners: A Complete Guide
No assumed knowledge, no jargon first. Just which cable you actually need, and what to check when something doesn't sound right.
Concert Lighting for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A calm, encouraging first step into concert lighting: the three fixtures to learn first, a gentle intro to DMX, and your first session at the desk.
Fender Jazzmaster for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A Fender Jazzmaster is a warm, characterful guitar to start on, not a difficult one. Here's a gentle guide through the controls and early worries.
Common Trinity Music Exams Mistakes to Avoid
Most Trinity music exam disappointments come down to a handful of avoidable preparation mistakes. Here is what to watch out for — and how to put it right.
Pirate Studio for Beginners: A Complete Guide
No receptionist, no keyholder waiting for you. Here's exactly how to book, access and enjoy your first Pirate Studios session, step by step.
Alesis Nitro Max for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A gentle first-timer's guide to the Alesis Nitro Max, from unboxing nerves to a simple, encouraging first month of practice.
Rosin for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A skill you can genuinely learn in one sitting. Here's exactly what rosin is, how to apply it, and what to watch for as a beginner.
Boom Microphones for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Fiddly at first, natural within days. Here's exactly what to focus on before your first real recording session.
Universal Audio Company for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New to Universal Audio? Here's a gentle, jargon-free place to start with Apollo and your first UAD plug-ins.
Common Abrsm Exams Mistakes to Avoid
Most ABRSM exam disappointments come from a handful of predictable preparation mistakes. Here's what they are and how to do things differently.
Keeley for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Feeling a bit out of your depth? Take a breath — here's the gentle, step-by-step way to pick and set up your first Keeley pedal.
Akg Headphones for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New to home recording? Here's a calm, jargon-light guide to choosing your first pair of AKG headphones and getting comfortable using them.
Rode Nt1 for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Your first proper microphone doesn't need to feel intimidating. Here's a calm, practical guide to getting started with the Rode NT1.
Ai Music Generator for Beginners: A Complete Guide
No musical training, no instrument, no fear — here's exactly how a complete beginner makes their first track with an AI music generator in about ten minutes.
Omnisphere for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A patient, step-by-step guide for complete beginners: the key terms, loading your first sound, and what to leave for later.
Uad for Beginners: A Complete Guide
New to UAD and feeling lost in the terminology? Here is a calm, step-by-step introduction with nothing assumed and no rush.
Cabinet Records for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Feeling out of your depth with all the technical talk? Let's take owning a cabinet record player slowly, term by term.
Hammond Organ for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Two keyboards, odd numbered sliders and pedals underfoot need not be daunting — here is where to start, one small step at a time.
Common Ear Training Mistakes to Avoid
Most ear training practice stalls for the same handful of reasons — here's what they are, why they happen, and how to correct each one.
What Alice Stewart covers
Alesis Nitro Max
The Alesis Nitro Max offers a compact electronic drum solution for practice, learning and home rehearsal.
Baritone
Browse baritone instruments with a warm brass-band sound, ideal for concert, ensemble and solo playing.
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Behringer
Behringer offers accessible keyboard and synth gear with hands-on control, value and studio-friendly creative features.
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Fender Jazzmaster
Fender Jazzmaster guitars for expressive tone, offset comfort and versatile playing.
Marshall Speaker
Marshall speakers combine iconic design with wireless convenience and room-friendly sound for modern home listening.
Nura Headphones
Nura headphones deliver personalised listening and portable comfort for music, editing and reference checks.
Yamaha Fg800
The Yamaha FG800 is a versatile acoustic guitar with strong projection, balanced tone and dependable quality.
Yamaha Revstar
The Yamaha Revstar is a distinctive modern electric guitar with strong style, comfort and versatile tone.
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