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Michael Kramps

How Does a Trumpet Work?

The trumpet is the most iconic of all of the instruments in the brass family. From jazz to pop to classical. From Baroque and Romantic to modern and contemporary. This is an instrument which has withstood the test of time…

How Does A French Horn Work?

In public perception, it may seem as though the french horn is just an instrument used by band geeks or to accent the brass section of large orchestras. Most aren’t aware of the rich and grandiose sound of the french…

The 30 Best Upbeat Karaoke Songs

There’s nothing quite as enjoyable as a fun and lighthearted song. This is even more true when it comes to performing and watching karaoke. What’s more, upbeat songs are easier to sing when you are new to karaoke. They are…

How Far Does Sound Travel in Water?

How far does sound travel in water? Well as we’ll see today, very loud sounds can travel hundreds of miles in water in a perfect (physics-style) environment. And in the ocean, due to sound wave reflection, sound can travel even…

How Does a Tuba Work?

A tuba is a big, funny-looking instrument that often gains a lot of laughs for its appearance. I’ll have to admit that whilst I’ve personally dabbled with just about every instrument I could get my hands on, the tuba has…