Tips For Hiring a Tutor

Tips For Hiring a TutorAre you thinking about hiring a tutor? But what if the tutor does not live in your area, is the payment plan affordable or how will you ever get around? Sometimes it can be difficult to know what to expect from a professional tutor. Below are some helpful tips for your consideration.First, find someone who will teach you what you need to know and no more. It is easy to want to learn everything in your heart's desire, but you need to make sure that a tutor will only give you what you need to learn. Does he or she offer 'interactive' learning? A tutor that offers interactive learning is not only one who listens and teaches; it is also one who makes learning fun.Second, you want to ask questions to be sure that the tutor is qualified. A good tutor should be a licensed tutor and a full time certified tutor or teacher. They should have access to a 'Common Core' curriculum. There are a number of state and national certification requirements for licensed tutors.Third, ask about the industry of the tutor and if they are really experienced in the education field. It is important to meet the tutor in person to talk about their background and to see how well the tutor knows the subject matter that they teach. You may even want to see an interview with a tutor.Fourth, you want to be sure that the tutor has a proven track record. You should be able to find information about the tutors' public speaking and classroom teaching history. You want to be sure that the person that you will be dealing with has been certified. Tutors that have been certified to do an excellent job of helping students make progress and achieve their goals.Finally, you want to be sure that you will get along well with the tutor and that you will form a long term relationship. If you have disagreements with the tutor, you may run into serious problems in your studies. A tutor that is not clear and friendly will be hard to work with. Your tutor should be willing to assist you in yo ur writing needs. You should be able to request study guides or even specific instructional materials so that you can become better informed.You want to make sure that the tutor has the skills that you need for your needs and that they have a long term job security. Don't forget that there is a price for finding a tutor and that the price may be an opportunity to look at an additional person that you may want to hire. A tutor that is not flexible and that may not accommodate your needs may also lead to conflicts in the future.Above all, you want to make sure that the tutor meets your needs. You want a tutor that will work with you to help you reach your goals. You want a tutor that can work with you when you need help.

International Love How to Say I Love You in 15 Different Languages

International Love How to Say I Love You in 15 Different Languages How to Say “I Love You” in 15 Different Languages Oh my gosh, thats my favorite song tooâ€"I, like, totally love you!I freaking love chocolate cake, and I freaking love  you for giving me some!It seems that we English speakers are guiltiest of using I love you way too lightly.  Elsewhere in the world, the L-word is a heavy, serious and meaningful thingâ€"definitely not to be delivered at the drop of a hat.If youre wondering  how lovers from around the world and its diverse cultures express love and affection, then youre in the right place.Are you also one of the following?Youre an enthusiastic linguist looking to add more diverse phrases to your multilingual arsenal.Youre a hopeless romantic, and love learning more about loveâ€"and its various expressions.You’ve got it bad for one special  person whose native language isnt English, and you want to tell them  exactly how you feel in their native tongue.You want to  impress every potential love interest  you meet with your worldly sophistication by saying “I love you” with sound s theyve never heard before.If youve said yes to any of the above, this post is 100%  for you! If youve said no to everything, then it sounds like you need a little more international love in your life, so, read on, you wonderful curmudgeon, you. How to Say “I Love You” in 15 Different Languages1.  Je t’aimeLanguage: FrenchWhat better way to start this amorous list than with Frenchâ€"and by extension Paris, the City of Love. People the world over travel to Paris to fall in lovewith the food, the place and, of course, the people. If your paramour is of the French persuasion, just say, Je t’aime.You don’t even need flowers or chocolates for this one. Say it with wistful eyes, an enchanting smile and a face that says, “I really do  love you,” and you’ll be golden.You could cap the line with the French for “my darling” at the end, as a flourish. Say, “ma chérie,”  if you’re saying it to a woman or “mon chéri” if you’re confessing you love to a man.2.  Te amoLanguage:  SpanishSpanish-speakers are arguably some  of the most passionate people on God’s green Earth. You can taste that passion in their food, hear it in their music  and you can definitely see that in their dances. Just check out some salsa, bachata or tango routines to see what I mean. It’s that fierce longing-and-desire-that-can-barely-be-contained kind of passion.The sweet and simple words te amo  perfectly encapsulates that spirit, of lovers lost in each other’s arms. Its an informal pronoun used, expressing real intimacy. And Spanish-speakers dont toss  amo  around lightlyâ€"there are other ways of saying like, like a lot and like-like in their language.  Amo  is reserved for the real deal.If you’d like to put “forever” in there because you’re absolutely sure theyre  the one you have to spend the rest of your life with, you can say, “te amo para siempre.”3.  Ich liebe DichLanguage: GermanContrary to common misconception  of the “cold, calculatin g German,” the Deutsche do know how to fall in love. Big time!The whole world is falling in love with them too. Just ask Heidi Klum, Claudia Schiffer and Diane Kruger. So, if ever in this lifetime you find yourself falling for a handsome or beautiful (or beautifully handsome) German, be prepared to say, Ich liebe Dich.Have this one in the bag. You never know what wonderful kind of  person  you’ll run into in the streets Berlin. (It really helps that many of them have limpid blue eyes and gorgeous wavy blond hair. And I’m just talking about David Hasselhoff!)4.  ??? (Wo ai ni)Language: Mandarin ChineseThe Chinese have a saying, “Lovers’ hearts are linked together and always beat as one.”Romantic, right? It is, but its not referring to your happily-ever-after kind of romance. The line is from a melancholic poem where the writer expresses profound regret for not having the chance to marry the love of his life. Its like two lovers destined to be together but ripped apart by unspeakable circumstances.You don’t want to be in the same situation do you?Then  what are you waiting for?! Fess up and say, Wo ai ni.Just a little warning though, “I love you” might come a little too strong in the Chinese culture. Parents and children rarely say this to each other. So, for your confession of admiration, letting out an “I like you” equivalent is perfectly fine and would sometimes be more appropriate. To do this, you just say, “wo xi huan ni.”This is a good example of how context is super important in language learningâ€"you need to learn more than just words and phrases. Luckily, FluentU makes learning words and phrases in context really easy. FluentU takes real-world videosâ€"like movie trailers, commercials, news and moreâ€"and turns them into personalized language lessons.5.  ???? (Aishiteru)Language: JapaneseDid you know that, in Japan, women are expected to  give gifts on Valentine’s Day?That’s right! But don’t worry ladies, the men have th eir own day one month later, March 14, on whats called White Day. Then they give gifts of various kinds to their partners. (Chocolates are a big hit on both occasions.)But that doesn’t mean, in any way, that the Japanese culture is not conservative in terms of doling out the L-word. In fact, “love” is a very strong word and expressions of “love” are not very common in the Japanese cultureâ€"apart from in those television dramas were all so fond of.So, only use Aishiteru  when you’re really committed to the person you’re telling it too. The Japanese don’t take that one lightly.But if you really want to  tell your partner how much you like them, you can say, ??? (daisuki),  which means I like you a lot.6.  ??? (Saranghae)Language:  KoreanYou’ve probably heard of this one if your usual fare are Korean dramas and movies. Like the proverbial but sweet piggyback ride given by the male lead to the comically drunk heroine, “saranghae” is practically a required line for Korean scripts, usually uttered by the handsome male actor drenched in a heavy downpour, while the woman of his dreams cries behind a closed door.When you say, saranghae,  the answer you would be looking for would probably be, “judo sarang haeyo.” (I love you, too!)If the other person responds with something in the vicinity of, “chin-goo ro namgo shipuyo,” (I want to stay friends), then maybe theyre just not that into youbut you may also have just gotten a friend for life, if things arent too awkward after this exchange.However, if they say, “je boomonimkge insa deuriruh gayo” (I’d like you to meet my parents), thencongratulations and best wishes!7.  ???? ??????? (Ana bahebak)Language: ArabicThere are around 200 million Arabic speakers, with a rich culture and tradition that dates back millennia.Arab women may be more  conservative and dress a bit more modestly  than youre accustomed to (depending on your country and culture of origin), but make no mistake, theyre as brilliant and as headstrong as any other modern women.  Thats why you need to be prepared to declare your love properlyâ€"no less will do.No matter what Arabic-speaking person you fall in love with,  Ana bahebak  are the magic words you need.8.  ??? ????? ????? ???? ???  (Main tumse pyar kartha hoon)Language: HindiOver  sixty percent of Indians still prefer arranged  marriages. But don’t fret, many say that love must be part of the equation.And, hey, we’re really getting ahead of ourselves here talking about marriage and weddings here (which, by the way, last 3 days and involve the whole town and a whole lot of rituals and partying).The bottom line is that  main tumse pyar karta hoon  is the phrase you need to express love to a woman.  To express this most profound emotion to a man, say, “main tumse pyar karti hoon.”9.  S?a?ap? (Se agapo)Language: GreekAfter a long day philosophizing and mesmerizing the crowds, Socrates would have to walk home to his equally argumentative wi fe. Ever wondered how he would say “I love you” to her?Se agapo. Those are the words Xanthippe would hear.And greeting the great Socrates by the door, she would probably say, “mou leípeis,” which means “I miss you” in Greek but translates  much closer to “you are missing from me.”These words are all still used today in modern Greece.10.  Ti amoLanguage:  ItalianWe come now to the language of Casanova himselfâ€"Italianâ€"which is considered by many to be  the true  language  of love.If you survey women on Earth and ask them who the best lovers are, the Italians would definitely be right there on top of the list. The stereotypical  Italian stallion has this aggressiveness and confidence that many women find alluring. He has this single-minded purpose in life, and that is to sweep you off your feet.But, of course, like all stereotypes, this must not be taken terribly literally. Italians, regardless of gender, all speak one of the most  passionate languages around. They will charm their way into your heart.So when you hear, ti amo,  youd better watch outâ€"that Italian is out to make you fall in love.11.  ? ???? ????? (Ya tebya liubliu)Language: RussianFrom Russian with love. I’m sure James Bond (you know, 007) would agree that Russians know their way around the arts of love and seduction.Take a page from them and learn Russian for “I love you”: Ya tebya liubliu. (Say the last word three times fast,  and it’ll start to sound like “love, love, love.”)12.  ??? ???? ????  (Ani ohev otakh)Language: HebrewTraditional views on love connected with Hebrew would point to love not being simply an emotion. Rather, love is an action, a solemn lifetime commitment, not just that warm, giddy feeling of butterflies in the stomach when a crush walks by.And they do have the vocabulary for it. Hebrew is another one of those languages where expressions of love would differ depending on who is confessing love.If youre saying “I love you to a woman,” yo ud say,  ani ohev otakh.On the other hand, if you’re saying “I love you” to a man, youd say, “ani ohevet otkha.”13.  NemehotatseLanguage: CheyenneThe Cheyenne are a Native American tribe that live in the Great Plains of Minnesota, Montana, Oklahoma, Colorado, Wyoming and South Dakota.The Native  Americans have a saying: “Certain things catch your eye, but pursue only those that capture the heart.”And when someone  does capture your heart, pursue them and sweep them off their feet by getting this word out:  Nemehotatse. It’s the Cheyenne way of saying “I love you.” Use it only when you really, truly love someone.14.  Mahal kitaLanguage: TagalogTagalog is the language  spoken in the Philippines.Mahal kita is used no matter your gender or the gender of your significant other. Although its mostly spoken in a romantic context, the phrase is sometimes used to express love to parents and friends.If you want to increase the implied intensity of that “love,” and mean that you really, really love the person, you can double up or even triple up on the word mahal  (love) and put the word na  between them. So expression now becomes, “Mahal na mahal na mahal kita.”Incidentally, mahal also means expensive in Filipino. Women often joke that their boyfriends can easily prove how much they mahal  (love) them depending on how mahal  (expensive) their gifts are.15.  ??????? (Nagligivaget)Language: InuktitutWe reserved  Nagligivaget, the Inuit  way of saying “I love you,” for last to prove that, even at the ends of the Earth, even in the coldest places, the warmth of love and the heat of passion rings true.Even when things are so cold that you cover your entire body several times over. Even when only  your noses are exposed to the great outdoors and available for use to greet each other (as is done in the typical Inuit kunik greeting)  love still finds a way.And that rounds up our list of different ways of saying “I love you.”If you want to comm unicate with (or really impress) your paramour, why not learn their whole darn  language?  As weve learned from some of the expressions aboveâ€"love is often more about action than verbal expression.So, hop to it! And One More ThingSo you want to learn real phrases in multiple languages? Then youre going to love learning with FluentU!FluentU gives you the opportunity to listen to a wide array of native speakers.  FluentU takes real-world videosâ€"like music videos, movie trailers, news and inspiring talksâ€"and turns them into personalized language learning lessons.With FluentU, you learn real languagesâ€"the same way that natives  speak them. FluentU has a wide variety of videos, like movie trailers, funny commercials and web series, as you can see here:FluentU App Browse ScreenFluentU has interactive captions that let you tap on any word to see an image, definition, audio and useful examples. Now native language content is within reach with interactive transcripts.Didnt catch some thing? Go back and listen again. Missed a word? Hover your mouse over the subtitles to instantly view definitions.FluentU Videos with Interactive CaptionsUnder the Vocab and Dialogue tabs, youll find words and phrases from the video and a complete interactive transcript.Interactive Transcripts on FluentUYou can learn all the vocabulary in any video with FluentUs Quiz Mode. Swipe left or right to see  more examples for the word you’re learning.FluentU Has Quizzes for Every VideoFluentU is also flexible. You choose what you watch, when you watch it and how much you watch. Meanwhile, FluentUs algorithm tracks your learning to present you with questions that build on what youve already learned. Because of this flexibility, FluentU is appropriate for any level of language learner.FluentU also ticks off the convenient box. You can use FluentU online, download the the iOS app or try the Android app.

Pursuing a Major in Chemistry

Pursuing a Major in ChemistryThose who are serious about their career should major in chemistry as the field is highly regarded and contributes a lot to the health of society. Moreover, the school curriculum in chemistry prepares students for professional careers in industries like pharmaceuticals, energy, chemical plants, food processing, food engineering, and more.With the advent of modern technology, college level chemistry courses can be taken online as well. It is advisable to take up this option since most of the institutes offer high quality education. The drawback is that the course material is usually given online. This can lead to frustration if one is not familiar with the subject matter.The curriculum for chemistry covers various aspects of the subject like thermodynamics, nuclear physics, organic chemistry, complex molecular structure, spectroscopy, biochemical reactions, and much more. Therefore, it is advisable to have an idea about the details of chemistry before taki ng up the course.The first step for taking up the course is to find out which college offers the program. There are several universities and colleges that offer online degree programs. To find out whether they provide a higher degree in chemistry or not, the prospective student should look for the accreditation status of the university. Some colleges offer certificate programs in chemistry, while others offer the diploma or degree program.The courses are divided into major and minor, so the prospective student should choose the major he/she would like to pursue. A specific course schedule is set for the majoring in chemistry to be followed. For instance, the majoring in chemistry is followed for master's, bachelor's, and doctoral degrees in the subject.Although many people are busy working full time, they still have the time to devote for a career in chemistry. There are many opportunities for career advancement in this area, even in the rural areas where the demand for trained prof essionals is strong. These programs are very popular among young people, whose interest lies in science and also those with a desire to make a difference in the world by pursuing a career in the field of chemistry.With the emergence of medical sciences and researches on the general health of the population, people are now aware of the importance of taking up the course of chemistry and the associated health benefits. Therefore, it is worth spending some time to find out the best program for one's interest.

Understanding the Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope

Understanding the Biology of Stress and the Science of HopeA book I have recently read by Dr. Caine Jeffers, called Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope is an excellent overview of what we know about the biology of stress and its relationship to health and well-being. I recommend it to those seeking a quick, easy read that highlights the most important research on the biology of stress.There is a greater incidence of illness and disease associated with those who experience life events and who face more powerful negative emotions such as power negative or fear of the future. These negative emotions can be triggered by a number of factors, including daily stresses in work, relationships, finances, or other life situations. Negative emotions and feelings can create physiological changes in the body and change the way that the body interacts with the environment. For example, our body temperature can go up in response to a power negative feeling such as fear of the f uture, while anxiety can lower the body's ability to regulate our body temperature.Humans have been around for thousands of years, and are still around today in some parts of the world, and many of us can attest to the power of the ancient hunter gatherer societies to change and adapt to their environments. In fact, the human body has changed tremendously over the last several million years due to the pressures and stresses of our lives.Dr. Jeffers describes in his book a system that is an effort to understand the biology of stress and its impact on human health and well-being, a system that looks at three aspects of stress which include physiological response, social response, and the consequences of the physical and social response. This System includes key tenets such as the history of our evolution, the way that our behaviors change as a result of our experiences, and how our daily experiences and our bodies respond to the environmental changes that we encounter in our environme nts. The general framework of this system that Dr. Jeffers has developed is called the 'Power, Influence, Resistance, Adaptation, and Resilience Framework.'Dr. Jeffers has developed a new framework for understanding the biology of stress and its effects on the human body and behavior. He has included key concepts that he has come to believe are important to the process of understanding the biology of stress and the effects of stress on health and well-being. His main thesis is that the stresses that we experience in our everyday lives have a direct effect on the physiological response of our bodies. These changes in our bodies can either increase our ability to deal with the stresses or decrease our ability to do so.Dr. Jeffers is convinced that there is a connection between the changes in our biological response and the capacity to adapt and change our behaviors. He believes that our power to adapt and change how we react to and respond to our life's experiences is an inherent part of our biology, and that the change in biological response is the main factor in determining our ability to adapt and change.Understanding the biology of stress and its effect on human health and well-being is a significant step in developing interventions for coping with chronic stress. The Biological Systems Model for coping with chronic stress offers some insight into this process and may help us to make decisions about specific types of interventions for managing the effects of chronic stress. The Biological Systems Model can also help to inform our broader understanding of how people react to the environment, so that we can better identify the triggers for the different types of challenges and whether there are specific triggers for different types of stressors.

Violin For Beginners Easy Violin Songs To Learn

Violin For Beginners Easy Violin Songs To Learn Which Songs Should Budding Violinists Learn? ChaptersWhy Learn Songs to Improve Your Playing?Classical Music for Violin BeginnersRock Music for ViolinFrench Music for Violin BeginnersTraditional Music for ViolinSoundtracks and Film Music for ViolinTaking music theory tutorials to learn more about the treble clef, rhythm, learning to read music, or just simply learning how to play the violin is always a good start. However, playing violin or the fiddle should always be fun!When you first start learning to play stringed instruments, it can be disheartening learning music theory and techniques (such as holding the bow correctly and just tuning the thing!) and many students end up giving up long before they get anywhere near an orchestra. When you start learning violin for beginners, you'll see why it's one of the hardest instruments to learn.Reading music can be difficult and the violin lessons can be plagued by complicated musical compositions. As a newbie, you need to find the best violin lessons for beginners and the right teac her...Everyone wants to have violin lessons near me that are both useful and fun by learning their favourite violin music. Who said you couldn’t do just that?From Jean-Jacques Goldman to Beethoven via Coldplay, there’s a huge range of artists and styles to choose from to help you with your violin playing.Even if the songs seem very difficult at first, there are plenty of arrangements that allow beginners to play simplified versions of their favourite songs and teach themselves.What are you waiting for? Every concert violin player has to start somewhere! TomViolin Teacher £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors StacyViolin Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValtieViolin Teacher £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors BenedictViolin Teacher 5.00 (8) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors TaisiiaViolin Teacher 5.00 (1) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AmyViolin Teacher 5.00 (1) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tu tors LuísViolin Teacher 5.00 (6) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MomokoViolin Teacher £45/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsWhy Learn Songs to Improve Your Playing?You can’t deny that the learning the violin is tricky. That's why violin teachers exist, after all.It’s very difficult to be able to play a song during the first weeks or months of learning. In the beginning, it’s more important to focus on your left hand, violin fingering, and playing notes on the violin strings well. For some people, this is a step that can take several years. Additionally, the violin bow can feel unwieldy to beginner violin players and when you first learn to play the violin, don't be surprised if you produce the sound of a cat being strangled. Even famous violinists were like this once.There are tricks for improving your left hand finger placement. (Source: mystock.photos)There are a lot of tips and tricks that can help you learn how to play violin more quickly such as put ting stickers on the neck in order to give yourself a better idea of where to place your fingers, investing in a violin tuner to make sure that your instrument is always in tune, and warm up exercises for your wrist, fingers, and arm, so that you're ready for whatever your violin lesson throws at you.Once you’ve gotten past this stage, you can start learning songs.But which ones should you learn?Learning a musical instrument, no matter which one, can often be learnt by playing children’s nursery rhymes and lullabies. These are made of simple melodies and are very handy for budding violinists. However, there probably aren’t many people relishing at the opportunity to learn “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star”.Don’t worry, though! Thanks to the internet, there are plenty of little gems you could learn to play instead. On YouTube, for example, a lot of people post video tutorials for beginners. You’re bound to find the song you want to learn. Some videos will show precisely wher e your fingers need to be on the fingerboard at any given moment, just like playing a game of Guitar Hero. You need to remember that even songs that seem too difficult for your level can be simplified in order to be played.Learning to play the songs you like can go a long way towards helping you progress. These songs can give you a goal to accomplish. This can really help beginners. Songs are also an opportunity to learn new techniques. With a clear goal in mind, you’re far less likely to give up.Enjoy yourself! Look for songs from your favourite playlist. You’ll surely be able to find the simplified version for beginners on the internet.Enjoying what you’re playing is a great way to keep enjoying playing the instrument when things get tough. You’ll be happy to pick up your violin and start playing some of your favourite songs.Make sure you have fun when you're playing. (Source: stock.tookapic.com)Once you’ve mastered playing a given song, why not perform it for your frien ds? Ask for a second opinion and see if there are any parts you could improve upon. Even if they’re not musicians themselves, their opinions can still be useful to you. It’s often easier to be objective when you’re not judging yourself. Don’t forget that you can use criticism to improve.If it turns out that you’ve perfectly mastered the song, what’s better than showing it off to an audience. It’s your chance to shine. While nursery rhymes might be fun, it’s unlikely that you’ll become famous from playing them.When choosing music, make sure that you choose good violin pieces for your level. For example, if you're an absolute beginner, you want to avoid pieces that have a lot of vibrato, pizzicato, or other intermediate and advanced techniques. A teacher can you learn violin and choose appropriate contemporary and orchestral violin pieces. Don't forget to invest in a metronome, too!Why not learn more about the history of the violin?Classical Music for Violin Beginner sWhile it seems to be getting harder and harder to find young people interested in classical music, there are still people who much prefer it to genres such as rock and RnB. For those who enjoy this type of music, there are plenty of songs in the violin’s repertoire for beginners to learn.Shostakovich’s Second WaltzDo you know this one? This song is the one that comes to mind whenever André Rieu’s name is mentioned. If you’re familiar with it, it’ll be easier to play. These notes are quite easy to remember and good for beginners to play.Palchelbel’s CanonEven if classical music isn’t really your thing, you’ll have definitely have heard this one. It was famously played on electric violins in YouTube videos a few years ago (there were also versions on almost every single instrument known to man). Impress your friends by playing this well known masterpiece. Goosebumps guaranteed!Für EliseBeethoven’s Für Elise isn’t just for pianists (or Elise). Violinists can als o learn to play this beautiful song. Of course, your version will have to be more basic, but the notes making up the song are some of the simplest ones for budding musicians to learn. TomViolin Teacher £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors StacyViolin Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValtieViolin Teacher £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors BenedictViolin Teacher 5.00 (8) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors TaisiiaViolin Teacher 5.00 (1) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AmyViolin Teacher 5.00 (1) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LuísViolin Teacher 5.00 (6) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MomokoViolin Teacher £45/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsRock Music for ViolinClassical music isn’t the only genre that’s made use of the violin. In recent years, with the advent of the electric violin, musicians have found new ways to play the instrument.This means that a lot of conte mporary music can be played by beginners...Even big rock bands are using the violin. (Source: pixabay.com)Coldplay - Viva la VidaOnce again, you can find a tutorial for this on YouTube. With these video tutorials, you won’t need to be master of music theory since they’ll tell you where your fingers need to be at any given moment. Try it yourself!Lindsey Stirling - CrystallizeLindsey Stirling is a violin and dance expert. Not only does she cover the biggest hits on the violin but she also composes her own original music. Crystallize, which came out in 2012, is one of her own pieces. While it may seem complicated at first glance, it can be played by beginners. Of course, with a good tutor, it’d be easier to learn.French Music for Violin BeginnersTo find a wealth of music for the violin you only need to look across the channel. There are plenty of French artists making use of this beautiful instrument. From Catherine Lara to Louise Attaque, there are plenty of songs you should be adding to your violin playlist.Debout sur le Zinc is a French group that was founded in 1995. Inspired by a mix of rock and gypsy music, a lot of their songs have a violin part. While it’s hard to find video tutorials on YouTube for them, you can find violin sheet music or tablature for their songs.The second you listen to the song Je t’emmène au vent, you’ll want to pick up a violin. The song by Louise Attaque is an absolute tune and can be learnt by a beginner with the help of violin tabs or sheet music.Catherine Lara is both a violinist and singer. She learnt violin from a young age. However, when her singing career took off, she never gave up playing the violin. Many of the singer’s songs, including Nuit Magique, include her violin.Singer songwriters also like pairing up with violin players. (Source: pixabay.com)The French superstar Jean-Jacques Goldman released an album in 2001 called Chansons pour les pieds. This is a great collection of songs for violinists. The son g Tournent les violons  is where you should start.Traditional Music for ViolinAre you interested in folk music from Ireland or Brittany? Folk music often includes violin parts. It can also get the people moving.The tune Scottish Fougères is a great one for those who are new to the violin. While this piece is often played with a harmonica (and sounds great on it), you can adapt it for the violin. Again, you can find some good tabs or sheet music for this piece.Who could forget Amazing Grace? While most famous for being played on the bagpipes, there are plenty of different versions. The once religious lyrics are more so a symbol of freedom and rights nowadays.Soundtracks and Film Music for ViolinThe music from films is often a good choice for budding violinists. Composers like John Williams and Hans Zimmer often try to create melodies that anyone can sing along to.For those just starting out with the violin, there are plenty of beautiful pieces to choose from that will help improve y our technique and are fun to play.Mission ImpossibleWho could forget the iconic theme from Mission Impossible?Whether on the guitar, piano, or violin, the notes in the piece can be played by any musician on any instrument.AmélieThe soundtrack from Amélie is a favourite amongst those learning to play the piano. However, the melodies can also be played on violin.You can also simplify the songs by taking inspiration from what a few YouTubers have done.Game of ThronesThere are few people on the planet who wouldn’t be familiar with this music.The Game of Thrones theme has been covered plenty of times on the internet if you need inspiration. To make things easier, keep in mind that this piece can be played on the two lowest strings of a violin. No need for finger gymnastics! Great for those wanting to take things slow.Star WarsStar Wars is one of those films whose theme can be learnt by beginners. Since it’s quite repetitive, you can learn it quite quickly.Once you’ve mastered it, you could do the same as the two teenagers who stood on John William’s lawn playing it.Maybe he’ll open his door to you.Whether you want to learn the violin, cello, or any other string instrument, you should check out some of the online violin and music tutorials or contact a violin teacher near you. You'll get better with each lesson and once you've mastered your violin scales, you'll even be able to improvise! Just make sure that your violin's tuned or you're definitely going to sound awful.

Easy Guitar Tabs for Beginners

Easy Guitar Tabs for Beginners Sign up successful Guitar tabs show you which note needs to be played on which string by placing a fret number on the corresponding line, but they do not tell you which finger to use or the timing of the piece. Read guitar tabs from left to right and use your ear to determine the timing of each note. If youre struggling with a tab, its always a good idea to listen to a recording of the song, or work with a guitar teacher for some extra help. 3 Easy Guitar Tabs for Beginners Before playing the songs and riffs below, make sure your guitar is in tune. You can easily tune your guitar with an app on your smart phone. Heres a guitar tuning tutorial that shows you how. Now, onto the beginner guitar tabs Twinkle Twinkle Little Star You can play a wide range of notes without sliding all over the neck of your guitar in the song, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. For this tab, keep your left hand in what is known as first position. Your index finger will play all notes on the first fret, your middle finger plays all notes on the second fret, your ring finger plays the third fret, and your pinkie plays the fourth fret. Keeping your left hand still and using this fingering will help you build better speed and coordination as you learn how to play the guitar. Three Blind Mice You can also play Three Blind Mice in the same position noted above. Here is the tab for this catchy nursery rhyme. Happy Birthday Knowing how to play Happy Birthday on the guitar always comes in handy! Try out this familiar tune using the tab below. As you can see, Happy Birthday is a melody that can be played on just one string and is composed of four short phrases. The tricky part of this guitar tab is deciding on the right fingering. We recommend starting with your index finger on the second fret, your pinkie on the fifth fret, and your ring finger on the fourth fret. You can play the first phrase with your left hand in this position. To play the note on the seventh fret in the second phrase, you will need to slide your pinkie up to reach. You can then play the fifth fret with your middle finger. In the third phrase, you will have to slide your pinkie up again to reach the ninth fret, and then slide back down to play the fourth fret with your ring finger and the second fret with your index finger. For the final phrase, use your pinkie to play the tenth fret and your ring finger to play the ninth fret. Then, slide your hand down to play the fifth fret with your index finger and the seventh fret with your ring finger. Following this guide to the fingering of this piece enables you to hit all the notes while making minimal movements with your hand up and down the neck of the guitar. Easy Guitar Tabs for 3 Riffs A guitar riff is a short, catchy series of notes that is usually repeated a few times within a song. Riffs are typically simple to play and easily recognizable. Rock and pop music are full of great riffs that you can learn to play quickly. Here are a few examples with easy guitar tabs! Smoke on the Water This popular guitar riff comes from Deep Purples classic song Smoke on the Water. Youll notice that you need to play two notes on the same fret at the same time in order to play this riff. One easy way to accomplish this is to lay your index finger across multiple strings in a partial barre chord and only strum the G and D strings. Hold the partial barre shape with your left hand and move your hand from the third fret to the fifth and sixth frets as needed. Sunshine of Your Love This riff from Creams Sunshine of Your Love is also quick and easy to learn. To use the proper fingering on this riff, start with your ring finger on the twelfth fret and your index finger on the tenth. Now, this is a little bit tricky. When you play the first 10th fret note on your E string, slide your hand slightly up the neck to play the 10th fret with your ring finger. Now you can easily reach the 8th fret note that is coming up next. Youll notice that this riff calls for a bent string, as indicated by the b on the eighth fret of the A string. To bend this note, push the string up the neck of the guitar as you play. Bending a note creates a distinctive, bluesy tone. Satisfaction Guitar Riff Tabs One of the most-loved riffs in rock and roll comes from the Rolling Stones Satisfaction. Check out the tab below: You can play this awesome guitar riff all on one string! To practice the correct fingering and play with better speed, use your index finger to play the second fret, your ring finger on the fourth fret, and your pinkie on the fifth fret. Free Guitar Tabs for Beginners There are tons of free resources online where you can find easy guitar tabs for beginners. A couple of our favorite sites with popular songs include Ultimate Guitar and Songsterr. Keep in mind as you browse guitar tabs that most of what you see online was submitted by other guitarists just like you. If a tab doesnt sound quite right, somebody may have heard the song differently or made a mistake when transcribing it. Online guitar tabs are a great place to start when learning how to play your favorite songs. But if youre looking for more detailed instruction, nothing beats private guitar lessons! A guitar teacher can give you the attention and guidance you need to master tricky songs and riffs. Check out the guitar teachers at TakeLessons today to get started. Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of prescreened teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for safe, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo Credit: dustinphillips

Vegan Health Benefits Things You Should Know

Vegan Health Benefits Things You Should Know Vegan Health Benefits: Why So Many Are Being Drawn To The Philosophy ChaptersDo You Give Vegans A Bad Name?A True Wellness Experiment: Turning Scepticism Into ConvictionIs A Vegan Diet Plan Right For Me?When Veganism Takes The LimelightRecommendations For A Healthy Vegan Lifestylebase your meals on starchy carbohydrates like potatoes, pasta, bread and rice, choosing wholegrain wherever possible; that you do ingest some dairy substitutes  like yoghurts or vegan cheeses and milks (ideally opting for low fat and sugar-free options); that you eat beans and pulses to keep your protein levels up; that you eat oils and spreads (however in small amounts); and, finally, that you keep drinking 6-8 cups of water a day.The key to getting the right nutrients from vegan foods is to understand what makes up a healthy and balanced diet and planning your meals around this knowledge. The biggest risk for vegans is that they might experience a drop in essential nutrients like calcium, iron and vitamin B12.You can take some cooking classes and learn yummy vegan recipes f or a balanced diet!The key to a healthy vegan lifestyle is to understand what makes up a balanced diet, and to ensure you supplement anything missing. Photo credit: derrickbrutel on VisualhuntIf you are vegan and pregnant, it is all the more important that you eat well and ensure that you and your baby are getting the right amount of energy, nutrients and vitamins to keep you and the baby healthy, whilst facilitating the growth of your unborn child.Since a vegan diet consists of mainly plants, or foods made from plants, you will more than likely need to source some vegan alternatives to fulfil your body's needs.For a list of places you can buy vegan food  to everyday essential food items, You'll find details on vegan alternatives, like vegan cheese, non-dairy milk, vegan chocolate and nut-based ice cream.For ideas on which foods to play around with when going vegan, consider recipes containing fruits and veggies, soybeans, quinoa, tofu, spinach, broccoli, flaxseed, soy milk, almonds , walnuts, cereal, ovo, canola, beans, peas and salad, for example.To reassure you that implementing a vegan diet plan for the first time isn't as daunting as you might think, here are a few dos and don'ts for you to abide by:DoDon'tEat whole, quality plant-based foodsOverload on vegan junk food - just because it is vegan doesn't mean it is healthy in quantityDrink plenty of fluid - 6-8 glasses is the recommended amountForget about protein - there's a number of products you can incorporate into your diet to keep your protein levels upStick to your favourite recipes - just try to find vegan-friendly alternatives so as not to overwhelm youForget to treat yourself and dine out - with Veganism on the rise, there are many eateries that will now cater for vegan dietsIf you are feeling overwhelmed by the idea of changing your entire way of life as a result of following the vegan approach, then remember that it doesn't have to be a difficult process. You'll soon learn to adjust, and will mo st likely never look back once you've had a taste of vegan life.