Archive for January 5th, 2012

TakeLessons Explores 3 Tools The Best Guitarists Use

TakeLessons, the nation's fastest growing music lessons provider, shares a few tools that the beginner guitarist should be using.

The Black Keys’ drummer Patrick Carney told Rolling Stone magazine recently that Nickelback is killing off the rock genre. Agree? Disagree?

There will always be rivalries in the music industry, but one thing is for certain: they all started out as complete beginners at one point.

TakeLessons (http://takelessons.com), the nation's fastest growing music lessons provider, took the opportunity to share with blog readers the essential tools for beginner guitarists to use.

The following is an excerpt from the blog post:

"Essential tool 1: Metronome
A metronome is crucial to developing many skills. Most players already know this, but if you haven’t used one yet then get your hands on one. There are a few different types you can get. You can get a software version (normally for free) for your computer or iPhone (most phones can get one). The second type is the physical pendulum type you see with a metal arm ticking back and forth. The third type is digital version normally the size of an electronic guitar tuner. This type could be as basic as providing a simple click or as complicated as generating a stack of rhythms and loops.

Essential tool 2: Rhythm generator/drum looper
There are many different names and labels for this tool. Basically, it is a little box where you can choose a style of music (such as blues, rock, metal, swing, etc.) and it will play a drum beat that fits that style, at a tempo you choose. The better ones will also allow you to choose a key and it will play a progression (normally using a bass guitar) in that key with the drums for you to jam over. They normally have hundreds of different options and you have full control over how everything sounds. Instead of buying a digital metronome, if it’s in your budget you may want to get one of these instead. All of them will have a metronome option to give you a simple click.

Essential tool 3: Flash cards, chord charts, chord dictionaries
These three tools will all help you learn a range of different chords in different ways. Chord charts are normally a poster or page with a selection of chord diagrams. You can buy ones large enough to stick on your wall or they sometimes come with books. Chord dictionaries are just like they sound - a dictionary full of chords. Chord dictionaries can contain up to a couple hundred different chords. Flash cards are like a pack of playing cards where each card displays a chord diagram and other information. Although they all have the same information, they can be used in different ways."

By sharing the tips with blog readers, TakeLessons hopes to continue engaging current students and help with any musical goals they may have. Readers are invited to share their thoughts by commenting on the TakeLessons blog, where they can also read tips for playing gigs, and comments are also welcomed on Facebook (http://facebook.com/takelessons).

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VIVA! Vision Inc. And VODA Digital LLC Launch – Mobile Linebacker

Just in time for Super Bowl XLVI, VIVA! Vision Inc and VODA digital LLC announce the launch of their debut game "Mobile Linebacker" for iOS and Android.

Offense may win games, but defense wins championships. If you've ever wanted to know what it feels like to play defense and deliver unforgettable hits, this is the game for you. Wreak havoc on the opposition as a linebacker dominating on the field. Shut down the run game by shooting through the gaps and crushing the ball carrier.

Mobile Linebacker is brought to you by the very people that played the game professionally in the NFL for over 3 decades combined: former Defensive Lineman and Linebacker Chike Okeafor (San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Arizona Cardinals), Defensive Lineman Joe Tafoya (Arizona Cardinals, Seattle Seahawks), Defensive Back Omare Lowe (Atlanta Falcons, New England Patriots), Running Back Kerry Carter (Seattle Seahawks, Montreal Alouettes of the CFL).

VIVA! Vision Inc. and VODA digital LLC want you to know what it feels like to play defense and deliver bone crunching hits you’ll never forget-the first game for defensive football fans.

"We wanted to create a game directly aimed at true football fans and gamers alike that offered a defensive perspective. Our goal for Mobile Linebacker is to be the most addictive and played football game for mobile devices,” says Joe Tafoya, CEO of VIVA! Vision, Inc.

"In an age where football has become an Offensive game, We wanted to create a game where defenders can get their moment in the sun and have their freedom' back! - Mobile Linebacker is more football and less flags," says Chike Okeafor, Chairman and President of VIVA! Vision, Inc.

With Mobile Linebacker you can:

• Choose your player

• Customize your team colors

• Outfit your players with the best gear from the equipment room

• Learn to play the game with a series of practices

• Earn money and trophies as you advance through the levels.

About VIVA Vision Inc:
VIVA! Vision, Inc is a business-to-business mobile solutions provider with 11+ years in the mobile industry. VIVA!'s partner and client list includes over 75 top tier mobile operators around the world and numerous fortune 500 media brands. The company specializes in working with entertainment brands, athletes, musicians, apparel and fashion companies to deliver a custom mobile strategy.

About VODA digital LLC:
VODA digital is part of the VODA BRANDS GROUP, one of the largest media companies in the US, which provides the highest quality video, photography, design, mobile and production-related services to the nation's most prominent companies. With a combined 50,000 square feet of working space in three US locations, and just about every media related service, VODA is dedicated to working with it's customers to bring the best content to market.

For more information or to set up a interview
Karine Delage
Karyzma Agency
416-876-3329
info@vivavision.com

Contact:
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1050 West Nickerson St
Seattle, WA 98119
info@vodadigital.com

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Seattle, WA 98119
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The New Antisemitism Reviewed in Bar-Ilan University

“Antisemitism as a Challenge to the Education System in the Diaspora & Israel” International Congress was held at Bar-Ilan University. The Ministry of Education, the World Zionist Organization & JewishNet are among the organizers of the Congress.

Participants were welcomed by the Bar-Ilan rector Prof. Moshe Kaveh, Knesset Member Zevulun Orlev and the Head of the Department for Activities in Israel and Countering Antisemitism of the WZO Yaakov Hagoel.

Irwin Cotler’s lecture became the keynote of the first day. Hon. Prof. Irwin Cotler, former Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, presented on “Nuremberg and Genocide Convention 65 years later: what have we learned and what should we do?”

The “New Antisemitism” session was presented by three speakers: Prof. Shmuel Trigano of the Paris-X University (“The Third Era of Hatred of Jews”), his colleague at Tel Aviv University, Dr. Raphael Vago (“Antisemitism in Post-Communism Countries”) and Prof. Ilan Gur-Zeev of Haifa (“Israel in the Face of Anti-Judaism, Anti-Semitism and the New Progressivism”).

”Antisemitism in the Muslim World” section attracted a record number of speakers. “The Arabs and the Holocaust” report by Irit Abramsky, the head of the International School for Holocaust Studies at "Yad Vashem" The Holocaust Martyrs' and Heroes' Remembrance Authority , generated a special interest.

A considerable part of the Congress second day was devoted to professional sessions in different languages held at the same time. The Russian-speaking section was presented by JewishNet Jewish Social Platform, moderating two panels: “Israel in the World of New Media: friends, enemies, the strategy of operation” and “Social Networks and Civil Society: how to use the new technologies influence?”

“It is a pleasure to note that the “Russian” section of the Congress was represented by only a professional audience”, says Roman (Rafael) Gold, the JewishNet CEO & Founder and a member of the Congress extended Steering Committee. “Lawyers and journalists, political scientists and marketers, designers and publicists are among our sessions participants, all who care about the fate of Israel.”

The final session was chaired by Itzhak Dahan, a member of the World Zionist Organization Executive Committee. A speech in the best traditions of rhetoric by Avraham Duvdevani, the Chair of the WZO, was followed by a profound lecture on "The Ongoing Anti-Semitism from the Jewish Point of View” by Israel Meir Lau, the Chief Rabbi of Tel-Aviv.

The Congress concluded with a short summing up of a unique discussion, which attracted the academic elite of Israel, the USA, France, Italy and several other states.

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New DiscountVouchers.co.uk Fashion Deals Get Brits Winter Boots and Clothing Savings

Top brands on a budget with newest deals sourced by voucher codes specialist

New boots and clothing for the winter weather can be had without blowing an entire budget this January thanks to the latest deals from voucher codes site DiscountVouchers.co.uk. The website, which updates its deals in real time, this week publishes new deals for savings at Marks and Spencer, White Stuff and New Look - with offers for both men and women on show.

Treating yourself to some new winter boots from top store Marks and Spencer is now more affordable thanks to the new deals available on DiscountVouchers.co.uk. The website is this week home to M&S voucher codes which can be used to get 25% off men's boots or 25% off selected women's long boots.

Other famous name clothing available on a budget through DiscountVouchers.co.uk this January includes new winter styles from high street favourite New Look. Logging on to DiscountVouchers.co.uk right now allows shoppers to browse the latest New Look discount codes which include deals like 2 for £20 on men's jeans, women's briefs 3 for £7 and women's printed t-shirts 2 for £12.

More top quality clothing available through using the new DiscountVouchers.co.uk deals this January includes the latest items from top store White Stuff. The new choice of White Stuff deals introduced this week includes a great value offer for up to 50% off.

Doug Scott, managing director of DiscountVouchers.co.uk, commented, “With shoppers all over Britain looking to save wherever possible right now, money off winter boots and clothing from top stores right now is a real boost to people's budgets."

DiscountVouchers.co.uk offers consumers money saving deals at major high street brands and specialist retailers, including stores like Tesco, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury’s, Travelodge, First Choice, lastminute.com and Boden.

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About DiscountVouchers.co.uk
DiscountVouchers.co.uk features the latest money saving offers from a growing range of retailers, all updated in real time. Designed to help consumers save money with both leading high street brands and specialist retailers, DiscountVouchers.co.uk offers one of the widest choices of discounts available.

Part of ASAP Ventures Ltd, the company behind the award winning Carrentals.co.uk price comparison site, DiscountVouchers.co.uk is committed to offering a growing range of the best savings available online.

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press@discountvouchers.co.uk
T: 0844 448 1489

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Oliver Jones
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Lightwater, Surrey
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LA Wholesale Outlet Unveils Improved Website

Known wholesale fashion shopping mall, LA Wholesale Outlet recently revamped its website to offer better user experience for its customers.

From outlet items to accessories to the hottest dresses, jackets, skirts, and pants - everything wholesale can be found at LA Wholesale Outlet, one of the best wholesale clothing suppliers on the web today.

Says Daye Kim, owner of LA Wholesale Outlet, “High quality merchandise at bargain basement prices - that’s what we are known for. But more than that, our customers know that they can trust us to provide only the best service.” He adds, “I’m confident that few other suppliers can match the quality and cost of our wholesale garments. And that quality is very much evident not just in the actual items that we sell but with the way our site is built or re-built to better serve our customers.”

With regards to website improvements, LAWholesaleOutlet.com is no doubt getting better and better with every addition to its already extensive inventory. Currently, the site is fully optimized to make it easier for customers to browse through different categories, helping them access On Sale items, Deal of the Week, and New Arrivals without any problems.

As for customers who are looking to score great bargains on party dresses for the upcoming holiday celebrations, LA Wholesale Outlet is featuring a Holiday Sequin category - a mix of festive dresses, tops, and shorts. For a more casual look, there are some knits that pair well with jeans, leggings, and fitted trousers; floral dresses that would look great on dates and nights on the town; fur trim coats, which could also be worn as office wear; and color blocking items - cardigans, leggings, tops, and dresses, which are said to be one of 2011’s hottest trends.

For more information on LA Wholesale Outlet’s featured items, please visit LAWholesaleOutlet.com.

About LA Wholesale Outlet:

Offering only the best fashion apparel and accessories, LA Wholesale Outlet is a leader in the wholesale fashion industry, committed to delivering only the hottest fashion finds for shoppers and retailers alike. The company’s wide range of high quality products includes tops, dresses, skirts, pants, shorts, leggings, vests, cardigans, outerwear, jackets, rompers, basic pieces, and more - all offered at 70 to 80 percent below wholesale prices. To date, LA Wholesale Outlet is the best direct source list for people who want quality wholesale products at prices that maximize savings.

Contact:

LA Wholesale Outlet
1-877-768-8538
213.765.8006
800 East 12th Street #435

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LA Wholesale Outlet
Daye Kim
1016 S. Towne Ave, #205
Los Angeles, CA
90021
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