Danielle King
Danielle grew up singing in Lincoln, where the cathedral's music tradition runs through the city, and has spent years encouraging beginners of all ages. She writes about choral music, singing and learning to make music later in life.
A Beginner's Guide to Amapiano
A warm, jazzy piano loop over a deep, breathing bass note that seems to wobble rather than just thump — here's a gentle introduction to amapiano.
A Beginner's Guide to Highlife
Never heard of highlife before? Here's the friendly, no-pressure introduction to West Africa's great guitar-and-horns tradition.
A Beginner's Guide to Exotica
Exotica is one of the friendliest genres to start with. Here's a calm, encouraging way in, with your first three records mapped out.
Common Circle of Fifths Mistakes to Avoid
Most mistakes with this diagram come from treating it as a memory exercise rather than a system — this guide covers the four most common errors and how to avoid them.
E Bow for Beginners: A Complete Guide
This little device rewards patience far more than natural talent, and getting comfortable with it is easier than it first feels.
A Beginner's Guide to Boogie
One pattern, one form, four weeks — here's the reassuring, no-nonsense route into playing boogie for the very first time.
What Danielle King covers
Fender
Fender guitars and related instruments trusted for classic design, tone and versatility.
51 topics
Line 6 Helix
Line 6 Helix delivers powerful modelling, routing and switching for players who need studio-grade flexibility in one sys...
Music Notation
Printed and digital resources for reading, understanding and using written music in lessons, exams and performance.
1 topic
Roland Fp10
The Roland FP10 is a compact, entry-level digital piano with weighted keys for practice, learning and home use.
Schecter
Schecter guitars combine modern styling, strong playability and versatile performance for rock, metal and gigging musici...
5 topics
Squier
Accessible electric guitars inspired by Fender classics, popular for beginners, upgrades and live performance.
9 topics
Yamaha P145
A compact 88-key digital piano for home practice, lessons and portable playing, with a weighted feel and simple operatio...
Yamaha Pacifica
The Yamaha Pacifica is a versatile electric guitar range known for comfort, value and flexible tones.
