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Penny Nichols U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.85 Clarity of Response 9.85 Politeness 9.92 Response Time(hr) 23.1 --Last 90 Days(hr) 2.5 Total Questions 221	I can answer all kinds of questions regarding singing techniques, practice, performance, vocal recording technique and harmony vocal arranging.
Clare Redfarn U.K. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.69 Clarity of Response 9.64 Politeness 9.77 Response Time(hr) 60.6 --Last 90 Days(hr) 197.6 Total Questions 621	All aspects of the academic/theoretical side of music, including harmony, counterpoint, elementary composition, history, harmonic analysis, aural training, sightreading - the lot! Please note I'm not primarily a composer so I can't help with composition beyond what's required for Grade 8 theory or A'level. And don't ask me about psychoacoustics or music psychology as I have no knowledge of, or interest in, either subject.
Dr Colin Thailand Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.84 Clarity of Response 9.96 Politeness 10.00 Response Time(hr) 27.1 --Last 90 Days(hr) 32.0 Total Questions 167	I can answer questions from students of "classical" composing, arranging, notation problems and music theory, writing for instruments and voice and writing music for education. I can answer questions about orchestration but I do not cover questions about pop or rock music, pop song writing or electronic music. I taught for many years in UK up to "A" level theory and composition. I have spent many years in music education, initially (like everyone else) as a teacher. Then I moved on to advisory work (teaching teachers!) and also lectured, giving many workshops for teachers in developing music education skills and techniques. For a time I worked as a teacher-lecturer at London University's Institute of Education and eventually worked full-time as a Music Education Adviser to schools in part of London, offering advice on music education and curriculum development.
Edward Palamar U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 10.00 Clarity of Response 10.00 Politeness 10.00 Response Time(hr) 52.3 --Last 90 Days(hr) 7.5 Total Questions 21	Can: Tertian harmony Arranging Leadsheet writing
Phil Kelly U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.88 Clarity of Response 9.85 Politeness 9.92 Response Time(hr) 6.5 --Last 90 Days(hr) 5.5 Total Questions 681	I`m a semi-retired professional music arranger with over thirty five years in all phases of the commercial music production business. I can try to answer questions regarding music arranging, theory, orchestration , and/or composition for most acoustic ensembles .( jazz band or orchestral ) I can try to offer suggestions about studio music recording procedures and some basic MIDI applications , too. In the course of my career I`ve worked with such artists as Doc Severinsen and the old Tonight Show Band, Bill Watrous, Buddy Greco, John Gary, Mel Torme, Julius LaRosa, as well as the Pop programs of the Fort Worth, Dallas, North Carolina, and Houston Symphonies, as well as library music material for ABC, ESPN, and NFL Films.
D C DowDell U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.94 Clarity of Response 9.92 Politeness 10.00 Response Time(hr) 3.2 --Last 90 Days(hr) 2.5 Total Questions 278	D C DowDell will answer questions about Jazz improvisation, composition, chord voicing, scales and modes, practice techniques and ear training. Professor DowDell also enjoys discussions on Jazz musicology and the evolution of style. D C DowDell is a professional Jazz pianist/composer who currently teaches online Jazz studies at A Passion for Jazz!. Professor DowDell has been teaching music for over 30 years at 2 major universities, several community colleges as well as accepting students for private study.
Bill Pere U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.95 Clarity of Response 9.92 Politeness 9.98 Response Time(hr) 7.2 --Last 90 Days(hr) 2.5 Total Questions 530	Can answer questions on : Technical aspects of lyric and music compostion; How to give and receive objective critique; Arranging and production; Concrete vs abstract imagery; Use of metaphor; Rhyme techniques; Song Structure; Collaboration; Songwriter Associations; Promotion; Guitar technique; Music Business;
The Doctor U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Rating N/A (This expert does not accept ratings) Response Time(hr) 39.0 --Last 90 Days(hr) 7.3 Total Questions 295	I am able to volunteer my expertise in music composition, music theory, and songwriting. NOTE: I am not able to offer expertise in singing. I answer a variety of questions. I have multiple music degrees and years of experience in the field. When asking your question: 1. Please be clear in your message. 2. Provide actual question(s). 3. Please keep it short and concise. 4. Save my one-question-per-day for someone else if you can find the answer on your own.
Jessica Vaughan U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 10.00 Clarity of Response 10.00 Politeness 10.00 Response Time(hr) 65.0 --Last 90 Days(hr) 428.2 Total Questions 29	I can answer any questions about Music Theory and Music Education, and I can answer questions about musical composition in American and Western European folk and popular music. I can also answer questions about playing in musical ensembles. I CANNOT answer questions about orchestral composition, vocal compositions or give advice on how to sing. My specialty is non-classical music, however I can answer some classical questions.
Chuck U.S. Available View Profile Ask A Question View Past Answers	Knowledgeability 9.88 Clarity of Response 9.78 Politeness 9.95 Response Time(hr) 14.8 --Last 90 Days(hr) 26.8 Total Questions 662	I am a professional musician, I can play by ear, I arrange music write music, teach music in the public school system, and teach privately. My father was a school music teacher, and I have written three volumes for teaching beginning string players, taking them from scratch to high school level. I have performed in a local production of Music Man (musical) with celebrities John Davidson/Susan Watson and have my masters degree in education. I retired from the classroom in 2004 with 38 yrs. experience-now still substituting for music- and writing arr. for my cello trio(with two audio cd's and one dvd of a performance)http://cellosound.blogspot.com I have directed church choirs and am principal cellist in our local community orchestra. I really love to arrange music for the groups I perform in and sing and have music in my life every day. A day without music, is a mistake, like having a day without sunshine.

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2013-05-10 Female Voice to Male voice Guitar Chords:

Hi! Sorry you are having problems with this. I listened to the link and the song appears to be in the key of E flat - not D. (I say "appears to be" because my digital piano is away being repaired

2013-05-07 criticism:

Hi Vadim : It's been my policy here NOT to evaluate subjectively work submitted .However, in this case I'll offer two short stateements: 1,. If you're self taught, you do show some promise with more

2013-05-06 How to compose songs:

Hello Gordon, The three inseparable and interdependent elements of music are rhythm, melody and harmony, and all three need to be taken into consideration to produce a successful composition. Even if

2013-05-03 Making a backing track from the vocal?:

Hi Jon : Under most conditions, unless the vocalist is an experienced professional singer, this approach is loaded with potential problems ( the main one being the need to create a totally in tune

2013-04-30 Music to Find:

Hi! Oh sorry! I must have missed your message. Very sorry for that. Actually I have been out of action for the last four days which might account for it. I am afraid that I have not heard of the

Musical Composition, Theory and Songwriting/Experts

Penny Nichols

Clare Redfarn

Dr Colin

Edward Palamar

Phil Kelly

D C DowDell

Bill Pere

The Doctor

Jessica Vaughan