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Why Music Is a Language — and Why You Should Speak It with Others I often ask myself: Why does music move us so deeply? Why do we understand it even though it has no words? Maybe because music is a true, universal expression — a language that speaks directly to the heart. Think about … Read more

Music by the Lakeside: The Fretster Education Center Against the Backdrop of Karlsfeld Lake Karlsfeld is a small district northwest of Munich, where industrial heritage, tranquil nature, and modern life converge. Its most striking natural feature is the Karlsfeld Lake — once a gravel pit, transformed into a lake in the 1940s. A curious fact: … Read more

432 Hz or 440 Hz? My thoughts after watching Adam Neely’s video A few days ago, I watched a video by Adam Neely — you might know him: a brilliant bassist, music theorist, and YouTuber who conveys complex topics with humor and depth. This time, he tackled a question I’ve had in the back of … Read more

Why should music-making begin with rhythm? A scientific look at motor skills, cognitive processes, and neuroplasticity in the brain Learning a musical instrument is a complex neurophysiological process involving sensory perception, motor activity, and cognitive information processing. However, a crucial aspect that is often underestimated is rhythmic organization. Neuroscientific studies show that rhythm plays a … Read more

Music as Science: How 4 Core Skills Develop the Brain Learning music is much more than memorizing notes or training finger dexterity. In fact, the brain changes during the learning process by creating new neural connections and strengthening existing ones. This not only improves musical abilities but also cognitive functions and motor coordination. My method, … Read more

Which YouTube channels should musicians watch? The best tips for music enthusiasts Today, you can learn music not only in schools or from private teachers, but also for free on YouTube. The most important question is: Which channels are really helpful? I’ve compiled a list of the best music YouTubers in English and German to … Read more

4-Skills Music System: A new era of music education Author: Pavel Semenchuk, founder of Fretster Music Academy Why traditional music education doesn’t work? In many music schools, the learning process is chaotic and unstructured. Lack of logic in lessons – rhythm, theory, motor skills and ear training are taught in isolation. No visualization of progress … Read more

Physics and Chemistry in Music Theoretical Encounter with Alien Consciousness: Could Life Emerge from Different ChemicalElements? The theory of life arising from chemical elements different from carbon leads to fascinatinghypotheses about possible forms of life in the universe. Carbon is considered the foundation oflife on Earth due to its unique ability to form four stable … Read more

The Relationship Between Physics and Music: How Music Influences the Brain Music is an art form deeply rooted in science, particularly in physics and chemistry. Thephysical principles governing sound, the way we perceive it, and the complex interactionsmusic has with our brain chemistry all contribute to music’s profound impact on humancognition and emotion. Understanding how … Read more