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Entertainment and Education, with Mr. Q-U-E

Entertainment and Education, with Mr. Q-U-E

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 29, 2019 | Podcast, Children, Interviews, Song Writing

Musical U interviews Music Notes Online creator Mr. Q-U-E on the art of delivering educational content to students through the power of song.

Song Writing: Start and Succeed, with Alex Forbes

Song Writing: Start and Succeed, with Alex Forbes

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 24, 2019 | Podcast, Interviews, Performing, Practice, Song Writing

We interview award-winning songwriter Alex Forbes on the art of songwriting, the hallmarks of an instant hit, and giving yourself permission to write songs.

3 Ways to Interpret Your Favourite Piece of Music

3 Ways to Interpret Your Favourite Piece of Music

by Guest Expert | Jan 23, 2019 | Arranging, Genres, Performing

You can play the music you love true to form, or take some creative liberties. Learn about the art of musical interpretation and how to apply it.

Creativity, Composing, and Confidence, with Sabrina Peña Young

Creativity, Composing, and Confidence, with Sabrina Peña Young

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 23, 2019 | Podcast, Interviews, Practice, Song Writing

Musical U interviews award-winning composer Sabrina Peña Young about her learning experiences, mentors, the art of composition, and her epic sci-fi opera…

Foundations Of A Musical Mind Is Open!

Foundations Of A Musical Mind Is Open!

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 17, 2019 | Podcast, Pitch, Practice, Rhythm, Solfa

The popular Foundations of A Musical Mind course is back – and enrolment is now open! Reserve your place and get ready to level up your musicianship.

Creativity Is The Vehicle, Not the Destination

Creativity Is The Vehicle, Not the Destination

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 16, 2019 | Podcast, Improvisation, Song Writing

Find out how you can make your musical practice creative right from day one, with the help of mental models discussed in the Musicality Unleashed series.

A Better Mental Model for Rhythm

A Better Mental Model for Rhythm

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 12, 2019 | Podcast, Practice, Rhythm

Learn about an intuitive, highly effective model for counting rhythm, and how it can help you easily notate and play complex patterns in music.

A Better Mental Model for Pitch

A Better Mental Model for Pitch

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 12, 2019 | Podcast, Active Listening, Pitch

There’s a better way to learn pitch than with intervals – a more intuitive, ear-friendly, and effective system called solfa. Get introduced!

Musicality Unleashed: Did You Skip Step One?

Musicality Unleashed: Did You Skip Step One?

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 10, 2019 | Podcast, Planning and Goals

You wouldn’t paint the walls of a house without first building the foundation, right? Learn about how to build a foundational mental model for learning.

Musicality Unleashed: What Makes A Musician A “Natural”

Musicality Unleashed: What Makes A Musician A “Natural”

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 10, 2019 | Podcast, Planning and Goals, Practice

Even though you might have great instrument technique, you may not feel like a “natural” musician. Learn about the missing pieces of musicality!

Musicality Unleashed: The Two Things Most Music Education Is Missing

Musicality Unleashed: The Two Things Most Music Education Is Missing

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 9, 2019 | Podcast, Ear Training, Instruments, Music Theory, Planning and Goals

Becoming a musician encompasses more than just instrumental proficiency. Discover the two other aspects of musicality that are often neglected in education!

Musicality Unleashed: The Truth About Talent

Musicality Unleashed: The Truth About Talent

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 8, 2019 | Podcast, Planning and Goals, Practice

Welcome to Musicality Unleashed, where we will explore mental models for realizing your full musical potential. First up: busting the “talent” myth!

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