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Planning and Goals

10 Things Piano Players Do Differently

10 Things Piano Players Do Differently

by Sabrina Peña Young | Dec 11, 2017 | Keyboard, Planning and Goals, Practice

With their versatility, dedication, and near-frightening perfectionism, pianists are a rare species. Learn what sets them apart from the rest!

Box Yourself into Creativity: 5 Tips for Recording and Songwriting

Box Yourself into Creativity: 5 Tips for Recording and Songwriting

by Guest Expert | Dec 6, 2017 | Planning and Goals, Audio Mixing, Song Writing

Composer and multi-instrumentalist Jason Dzamba shares a process for composing that will help you steer clear of writer’s block and focus your creativity.

Note2Self: “I Love This!”, with Lisa McCormick

Note2Self: “I Love This!”, with Lisa McCormick

by Christopher Sutton | Nov 21, 2017 | Podcast, Guitar, Interviews, Planning and Goals

Sometimes, it’s not your skills holding you back, but your mindset. Musician/teacher Lisa McCormick shares the secret of overcoming these mental barriers!

About the 10,000 Hour Rule

About the 10,000 Hour Rule

by Christopher Sutton | Nov 16, 2017 | Podcast, Planning and Goals, Practice

Does it really take 10,000 hours to become a master musician? We explore the truths and caveats of the rule, and how you can apply it to your practice.

Beyond the “Quick Fix”, with Ged Brockie

Beyond the “Quick Fix”, with Ged Brockie

by Christopher Sutton | Nov 14, 2017 | Podcast, Guitar, Interviews, Musicality, Performing, Planning and Goals

Professional musician and innovative music educator Ged Brockie shares his advice for resisting shortcuts and learning an instrument – the right way.

About the Ear Training Trap

About the Ear Training Trap

by Christopher Sutton | Oct 26, 2017 | Podcast, Ear Training, Planning and Goals

If you’re losing enthusiasm with ear training, it’s likely that you’ve fallen into the famous Ear Training Trap. Learn how to steer clear of this roadblock!

How I Resurrected My High School Instrument

How I Resurrected My High School Instrument

by Marisa Balistreri | Oct 18, 2017 | Instruments, Musicality, Performing, Planning and Goals

Revisiting an instrument is like getting reacquainted with an old friend – with some hurdles. Learn how aural skills can make this reunion go smoothly!

Majoring in Music: Choosing A School That’s Right For You

Majoring in Music: Choosing A School That’s Right For You

by Guest Expert | Sep 27, 2017 | Planning and Goals, Career, Teaching

A professional music education counsellor shares her tips for deciding on a music school that will fit both your learning style and your dreams.

From Prose to Indie Rock: How A Writer Embraced His Musicality

From Prose to Indie Rock: How A Writer Embraced His Musicality

by Guest Expert | Sep 20, 2017 | Career, Planning and Goals, Song Writing

A writer by profession, Marc Schuster always felt a magnetic pull towards music that proved impossible to ignore. Discover how he made the switch!

A Guitar Method that Works – for Teachers and Students, with David Hart

A Guitar Method that Works – for Teachers and Students, with David Hart

by Christopher Sutton | Sep 6, 2017 | Guitar, Career, Planning and Goals, Teaching

Guitar students often quit before they’ve finished their first year. And guitar teachers can’t make a living. The G4 Guitar Method solves both these issues.

Learning by Repetition: How Musicians Can Improve with Looping

Learning by Repetition: How Musicians Can Improve with Looping

by Guest Expert | Aug 16, 2017 | Practice, Arranging, Planning and Goals

Looping isn’t just for live performance! Discover how it can help with songwriting, ear training, and taking an honest look at your own music.

How to be an Effective Bandleader

How to be an Effective Bandleader

by Gino Burgio | Jul 31, 2017 | Career, Band, Planning and Goals

By understanding the personalities of your band members and the roles they play, you can harness their individual talents to propel your band to success.

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