01 of 08 How to Read & Play Piano Music Jorge Rimblas / Getty Images Preparing to Read Piano Music Now that you’ve familiarized yourself with the notes of the keyboard and treble staff, it’s time to put them together and start playing the piano! In this lesson, you will: Learn how to read treble staff piano music. Play simple chords and melodies on your piano. Learn how to play the C major and G major scales....
Skateboarding movies are rare because there just aren’t as many out there as there could be. Skateboarding has a huge amount of potential, as most skaters live various dynamic lives, and the competitive skateboarding scene is big. The list below does not focus on top skateboarding videos nor reader submitted videos. The latter includes videos from skateboarding teams that showcase their skaters, while the list below includes full cinematic movies that deal with a focus on skateboarding in some way....
01 of 09 How to Make Your Own Glitter Sneakers - Step-By-Step DIY Tutorial This step-by-step tutorial will show you how to make these glittered sneakers. It’s a quick, easy, and affordable DIY project – and you can do them in any color you want. Image © Desirée Stimpert Like home renovations before it, DIY fashion has really come into its own over the past several years. It’s no surprise. Not only can you save a ton of money, but at the end of a project, you’ll have a brilliant, custom item to add to your wardrobe....
“Temporary water” is a temporary accumulation of water on the golf course. In other words, a lake is not casual water, but a puddle of rainwater (that will disappear once the sun comes out) is. Temporary water is not uncommon on golf courses, particularly those that don’t drain well, following a steady or heavy rainfall. But it is not a water hazard; under the rules, golfers are entitled to free relief if temporary water interferes with one’s stance or one’s golf ball rests in the water....
To many, the life of a runway model seems like it is all glitz and glam all the time. In truth, there is a lot of hard work that goes into becoming a successful model, and behind the scenes, it isn’t always as glamorous as it looks on camera. That being said, there are many great reasons so many people want to become a runway model. There are major perks to the job and it often offers flexibility and travel opportunities unparalleled by other careers....
History of the Harpsichord Also Known As clavicembalum; a clavicytherium is a harpsichord that’s vertically strung to save space Dates: First appeared late 14C; popular until mid-19C Range: 4-5 octaves, 59 notes were common Size: Averages 8 feet in length; 3 feet in width Voice: Distinctly treble, guitar-like timbre The earliest written record of the harpsichord dates to 1397, making it among the earliest stringed keyboard instruments (and certainly the largest and most complex for its time)....
You don’t see a lot of animated war movies. This may be for the simple reason that cartoons are thought to be for children and war movies are supposed to be for adults. Still, there have been a number of animated war movies made over the years—all with very adult content—each of which, have been pretty exceptional films. The choice to animate these movies, as oppose to film with live actors, is a peculiar one, but one that is also effective....
One of the defining characteristics of a project is that it lasts for a fixed period of time. That could be anything from a few weeks to several years, and in some cases, for large-scale construction projects or public works, decades. To track progress along the way and ensure the key deliverables are being achieved according to the timeline, project managers use milestones. A project milestone is a task with a duration of zero which signifies achievement in the project....
Have you been wondering where the clone army came from and how Jedi master Sifo-Dyas plays into the mystery of the origins of the army? If so, you are not alone, even the Jedi themselves had issues pinpointing the real creator of the clones. In Episode II: Attack of the Clones, the existence of the clone army is a mystery to the characters. With the situation being so desperate, unfortunately, no one stops for very long to question the matter....
We’ve seen our share of completely horrible (and inexplicable) tattoos, but there’s nothing quite as cringeworthy as a tattoo that has thumbed its nose at the English language, like the ones in this gallery. The people who commissioned or created these works of ink “art” are the folks who never quite mastered homophones, spelling, punctuation, or even simple elementary school-level grammar. Yet they decided to head on into the tattoo parlor and have their ridiculous messages etched into their flesh for the rest of their lives....
Antique toys in good condition can range from pricey to downright expensive. Find out more about the prices of these amazing and rare antique toys. Bertoia Toy and Miniatures Auction Thomas Quine/Flickr/CC BY 2.0 The April 2008 auction at Bertoia Auctions reached their predicted high estimates, with the 2,462 lot auction realizing $1.8 million. The highlight of the show was an early Erzgebirge-style Noah’s ark selling for $36,800. Other highlights include the Jean Austin du Pont scale model roombox, a scale model of Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park residence, a Marklin tin gazebo and a selection of Dresden ornaments from the collection of Fred Cannon...
Gemini and Sagittarius are a hot match for amusement and ultra-fascinating conversation. Gemini is a nervous sign, and both have restless edges that keep them looking for the next thrill. Sometimes there’s a studious side to these signs, though the learning might be experiential or street-level. Much depends on the worldview of this pair. Are they compatible? Neither wants to live in an echo chamber of agreeing on everything, but they need support for the constant mental questing....
Boyz II Men is the most commercially successful R&B group of all time. They’ve sold millions of records and produced three of the longest-running No. 1 pop singles in music history. The pioneering R&B group is known for their flawless blend of four-part harmonies, and their influence is still felt to this day. Formation Boyz II Men formed in 1988 at the Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts. Nathan Morris and Marc Nelson founded the group, originally known as Unique Attraction....
Business planning is the magic bean for successful businesses. Use the business planning basics to put a plan in place, give it the continued attention it needs, and your business is going to grow stronger and better. Whether it grows bigger and stronger depends on the plan you’ve chosen, but the point is, without business planning, you have a fair chance of ending up with nothing but some churned up dirt to show for your efforts....
“Cart path only” is a condition that may be in effect at a golf course, and when it is it means that golfers using motorized (riding) golf carts must keep those carts on the designated cart paths at all times. Drive the cart on the cart paths only, and nowhere else. No taking the cart out into the fairway on cart-path-only days. When Is ‘Cart Path Only’ In Effect? Whenever the golf course says it is!...
Like the other services, the United States Coast Guard limits what one can and cannot bring with them to Coast Guard “Boot Camp.” There are three categories of personal items: Contraband: Items which are strictly forbidden Stowage: Items which may be placed into your civilian bag and stored until you depart boot camp Permitted: Items which are allowed to be taken into training. Contraband Weapons Tobacco Products and associated items Consumables (any food or beverage) Alcoholic Beverages Narcotics and drug Paraphernalia Magazines All pornographic photos or materials...
Restrictive covenants are used in several different business situations, including land use and other real estate situations. This article discusses restrictive covenants in business agreements with employees and business owners. Employment contracts and other types of business contracts often contain restrictive agreements, and there is much confusion about the differences between these agreements. They are sometimes called “restrictive covenants” because they involve a covenant (promise) not to do something or restricting someone from doing something....
Let’s face it, classical music can be hard to find. Where are you supposed to start searching for music? What if you don’t know the name of the piece or the composer? Or worse, what if you don’t know both? Well, here are a few tips to help you find that hard to find classical music. Search Classical and Opera Music Used in Movies For many beginners, this is a classic example of discovering classical music....
While Microsoft PowerPoint isn’t the most cutting-edge in presentation software, it is versatile and easy to use. It comes in handy for teachers and others who want to quickly and easily share these files with others. The software is perfect for simple re-creations of game shows, which are great for classrooms, parties, your own games, or team-building exercises. Best Game Show Templates for PowerPoint Many templates are available that allow you to customize game show presentations, adding elements such as contestant names, trivia questions, and answers....
David Letterman during the 2008 financial crisis “On this very date in 1929, the stock market plunged 13%. Boy, those were the good old days, huh?” David Letterman on President Obama “Take a look at this: gas under $3 a gallon – under $3 a gallon. Unemployment under 6%, whoever thought? Stock market breaking records every day. No wonder the guy is so unpopular.” Amy Poehler “Despite enormous fluctuations in the Dow Jones average this week, billionaire investor Warren Buffett announced Friday that he will continue to invest in the stock market during the current financial crisis....
