Matt Hall
Contributing Writer
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Matt Hall is a working musician and writes articles on what he knows; Rock, Psychedelia, Classical, Jazz and anything from the 1970s. He also dabbles with Philosophy and Religious/Ethical topics. Matt was pleasantly surprised to receive an editor's choice award for his piece on Popular Songs With Unpopular Time Signatures.
You can read his music and film blog here.
Latest Articles
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Musical Analysis of Pink Floyd's 'Shine On You Crazy Diamond'
A detailed look at one of Pink Floyd's most popular large-scale pieces, 'Shine On You Crazy Diamond', from the album Wish You Were Here
Jun 18, 2011
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Five Steps to Improving Your Improvisation For Musicians
Improvising is one of the most difficult aspects of music that a musician has to master; these tips will help you gradually improve your skill
Jun 9, 2011
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Evolution Theory Beyond Charles Darwin
Since Darwin first published his famous book The Origin of Species, how has the theory of evolution evolved itself?
May 10, 2011
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Popular Songs With Unpopular Time Signatures
Most pop songs are in common four time, but some artists have found commercial success with songs that use less conventional meters.
May 6, 2011
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Musical Analysis of Yes's 'Close to the Edge'
A detailed look at the form and structure of the 18 minute epic 'Close to the Edge' by the Progressive Rock band Yes
May 3, 2011
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Copleston vs. Russell – The God Debate
A commentary on the famous BBC 1948 radio debate between F. C. Copleston and Bertrand Russell that examined the question of God's existence.
Apr 20, 2011
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The Top Ten Session Musicians You've Never Heard Of
A number of musicians have made a living from performing on other people's records, but who are the best of these session players?
Apr 16, 2011
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Musical Analysis of Led Zeppelin's Stairway to Heaven
A detailed look at FM radio's most played song, the classic rock anthem Stairway to Heaven
Apr 14, 2011
- Matt Hall
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Exploiting Semantics – The Ontological Argument
Did Anselm's Ontological Argument really prove the existence of God, or was it mere wordplay?
Apr 11, 2011
- Matt Hall
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Five Chords That Will Make a Song More Interesting
By using a few extra chords you can add a lot of depth to the harmony of a song, without having to alter the structure or melody
Apr 7, 2011
- Matt Hall
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