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How and Why to Start Sight Reading Music – with Evan R. Murphy (SightReadingMastery)

How and Why to Start Sight Reading Music – with Evan R. Murphy (SightReadingMastery)

by Christopher Sutton | Nov 16, 2015 | Sight Reading, General, Interviews, Music Theory

In this interview with the founder of SightReadingMastery discover why sight reading is important and the resources available to help you master it easily.

Metal Vocab 101: Learn to speak metalhead

Metal Vocab 101: Learn to speak metalhead

by Jenny Green | Nov 9, 2015 | Music Theory, General

Your beginners guide to the technical terms used in metal music. Sweep-picking, double kicks, screaming and grunting are all demystified in Metal Vocab 101.

How Musicians Should Spend Their 10,000 Hours

How Musicians Should Spend Their 10,000 Hours

by Christopher Sutton | Sep 24, 2015 | Planning and Goals, General

We often hear that it takes 10,000 hours to become great at something. But is that really true? And if so, how should a musician spend their 10,000 hours?

Do you have a roadmap for your ears?

Do you have a roadmap for your ears?

by Christopher Sutton | Sep 18, 2015 | Planning and Goals, General

If you want to become more musical but you’re not sure where to start or how to do it, you are probably missing a roadmap. Here is how you can get one.

Can You Really Become a Natural Musician?

Can You Really Become a Natural Musician?

by Christopher Sutton | Sep 10, 2015 | Musicality, General

Is it possible to become one of those natural musicians, playing anything you want freely, easily and confidently? If so, how do you learn it? Find out here.

Being Retired Shouldn’t Slow You Down: 3 Reasons to Keep Practicing

Being Retired Shouldn’t Slow You Down: 3 Reasons to Keep Practicing

by Musical U Team | Sep 1, 2015 | General, Practice | 0 comments

Retirement is a time of change, but it doesn’t have to mean you stop doing the things you love. Rediscover your self-identity by making music.

5 Reasons Why Retirement is the Best Time to Learn an Instrument

5 Reasons Why Retirement is the Best Time to Learn an Instrument

by Musical U Team | Aug 25, 2015 | General, Practice | 0 comments

If you’ve recently made the leap into full-time retirement, you may find yourself with a lot of extra time on your hands. Consider learning an instrument!

5 Rules for Studying Music Effectively

5 Rules for Studying Music Effectively

by Musical U Team | Jul 28, 2015 | Planning and Goals, General, Practice | 1 comment

Studying music is exciting, but there’s more to it than just sitting down to practice. Follow these rules to get the most out of your rehearsal time.

You can't learn to swim in a barrel full of water!

You can't learn to swim in a barrel full of water!

by Christopher Sutton | Jul 23, 2015 | Practice, Band, General, Planning and Goals | 0 comments

Don’t let yourself get stuck in musical “barrels” which limit your potential. Find out what is holding you back and how to break free of it with this tutorial.

The 6 Biggest Misconceptions About Being a Musician

The 6 Biggest Misconceptions About Being a Musician

by Musical U Team | Jul 21, 2015 | Career, General, Planning and Goals, Practice | 0 comments

There are lots of misconceptions out there about why you can’t become a great musician. Remember: these are just myths. Learn how to conquer them.

Music Makes You Better: These 4 Infographics Prove It

Music Makes You Better: These 4 Infographics Prove It

by Musical U Team | Jul 14, 2015 | Musicality, General | 0 comments

Did you know that music actually improves your brain and well-being? Here are 4 fantastic infographics that explain all the ways music makes you better.

5 Surprising Ways to Become More Musical

5 Surprising Ways to Become More Musical

by Christopher Sutton | Jul 9, 2015 | Musicality, General, Planning and Goals

Becoming a great musician doesn’t have to mean lots of boring practice. Here are 5 fun (and surprisingly effective) ways to easily become more musical.

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