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Play the theremin

How to play the theremin

A short introductory theremin lesson to playing notes, executing dynamic vibrato, and dynamic volume with the theremin. Theremins are awesome, definitely try it, if you ever get the chance.

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Play the plastic nose flute

How to play the plastic nose flute

It's hard to believe that something you play with your nose sounds so good. Though silly and strange, the nose flute has been around the music world for a while, with different variations in Hawaii, Africa ...

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How to play the Jew's harp - without biting down

Play the Jew's harp - without biting down

I play it differently than most people. Most put it in between their teeth, I put on the outside of my lips. It's harder to make it as ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Shaving Cream MAN! | Comments 0
Views 1,696

How to make a theremin

Make a theremin

In this Make Magazine podcast Bre Pettis makes a theremin from a kit by Harrison Instruments. A theremin is a super cool musical instrument ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by FFox | Comments 1
Views 3,468

How to play the theremin

Play the theremin

A short introductory theremin lesson to playing notes, executing dynamic vibrato, and dynamic volume with the theremin. Playing errors ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie Coué Arbuckle | Comments 9
Views 15,295

How to use Little Sound DJ to make beats on a Game Boy

Use Little Sound DJ to make beats on a Game Boy

In this video tutorial from 8BITches, 8BIT Ché explains how he uses ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 0
Views 2,597

How to whistle With Your Fingers

Whistle With Your Fingers

Taxi drivers passing you by? The finger whistle may seem difficult, but with a little practice, and the pointers in this video tutorial ...more

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Curated 4 months ago by Howcast | Comments 0
Views 1,857

How to play basic sitar

Play basic sitar

The roots of the sitar extend back 2000 years, with the modern sitar originating in the Middle Ages. Learn to play the sitar from an ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by ExpertVillage | Comments 0
Views 1,045

How to play Jew's harp or khomus or jaw harp

Play Jew's harp or khomus or jaw harp

Jew's harp, a single-tone archaic instrument. Siberian (Potkin's) species. Introduction lesson (about Jew's harp, positioning, making simple ...more

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Curated 10 months ago by bird crick | Comments 0
Views 863

How to read music notation

Read music notation

Watch this music how-to video to learn how to read musical notation or sight read. This instructional video is very detailed and includes ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by hhurme | Comments 2
Views 2,000

How to whistle with two fingers

Whistle with two fingers

This guy is teaching everyone how to whistle with his fingers. This technique uses two fingers, requires you to roll your tongue into a C ...more

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Curated 7 months ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 3,339

How to build a talkbox out of a toilet plunger

Build a talkbox out of a toilet plunger

Watch to learn how to build a ghetto talkbox with some simple household tools (plumbing supplies, pc speaker, and a toilet plunger).

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 0
Views 1,296

How to calibrate and play the Gakken Premium Theremin

Calibrate and play the Gakken Premium Theremin

MAKE and Collin Cunningham brings the do-it-yourself mindset to all ...more

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Curated 6 months ago by tenebrism | Comments 0
Views 342

How to choose a musical instrument

Choose a musical instrument

Choose a musical instrument to play by assessing your skills and talents in relation to that instrument. Pick a musical instrument with tips ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 419

How to construct a membranophone from a water bottle

Construct a membranophone from a water bottle

A membranophone is any musical instrument which produces sound ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by tenebrism | Comments 0
Views 1,056

How to control the intonation and tuning of the theremin

Control the intonation and tuning of the theremin

A short introductory theremin lesson in mechanical stability, breath ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie Coué Arbuckle | Comments 0
Views 553

How to control the volume of your theremin

Control the volume of your theremin

A short introductory theremin lesson in the use of the volume antenna's control knob, stance, and playing arc.

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie Coué Arbuckle | Comments 0
Views 314

How to make a cheap talkbox

Make a cheap talkbox

Make a cheap talkbox out of common parts for a very small amount of money and time. This will NOT give you a sound like a pro talkbox, but ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 0
Views 2,391

How to make a Finger Pop Sound With Your Mouth

Make a Finger Pop Sound With Your Mouth

Make making music with your own anatomy easy with the fancy finger pop shown in this how-to video. You may remember this famous finger ...more

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Curated 4 months ago by Howcast | Comments 0
Views 528

How to play a hurdy gurdy

Play a hurdy gurdy

This is a demonstration on how to play the Hurdy Gurdy, a medieval musical instrument, by Wyndebagge, at an English Heritage Living History ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 714

How to play the jaw harp

Play the jaw harp

Here's a quick explanation of how to use one. Make sure the twangy part is clear and not hitting the 2 bars, and just move your mouth ...more

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Curated 10 months ago by bird crick | Comments 0
Views 703

How to play the nonlinear theremin

Play the nonlinear theremin

A close look at an alternative adaptive method for playing nonlinear theremins (theremins whose notes are not evenly spaced) such as the ...more

B 9:08
Curated 1 year ago by Amie Coué Arbuckle | Comments 0
Views 518

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