Biographical information, a timeline, the basic melody of "Lift Every Voice and Sing" as well as the lyrics are available at this site.

When composing music, it is good to be sure you have the right set of chords surrounding your melody. This column provides a brief overview on how to begin to think of chord structures for your songs.

This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features OutKast, an American rap duo, formed in 1992, that put Atlanta, Ga., on the hip-hop map in the 1990s and redefined the G-Funk (a variation of gangsta rap) and Dirty South (often profane...

Fine comprehensive intro to folk music of English-speaking countries. Lyrics, background and midi files make this a useful site.

Do you have the desire to begin writing music but don't know how to get started? This well written article provides some very good advice to help you on your way.

This is a site created for teaching children the art of listening to music. Includes sections on the elements of music, composers, and genres with more under construction.

Orpheus was a capable musician. He excelled particularly in playing the lyre, which he received as a gift from Apollo. The melodies of his lyre were sweet.

Offers information on what quantizing is, how it works, when it's used. Also discusses its effectiveness.