An Ear for Jazz, with Brent Vaartstra
Learn Jazz Standards’ very own Brent Vaartstra shares the truth about learning to play jazz, and how lessons from jazz music carry over into other genres.
How I Resurrected My High School Instrument
Revisiting an instrument is like getting reacquainted with an old friend – with some hurdles. Learn how aural skills can make this reunion go smoothly!
Finding the Notes Yourself, with Sara Campbell
Music educator and Musical U resident pro Sara Campbell shares her insights and tips for improvisation and playing by ear – for musicians of all levels!
Before and After: Covering Juan Gabriel
With tweaks in instrumentals and arrangements, Mexican indie band Canvas breathes new life into Latin pop star Juan Gabriel’s iconic “Yo No Nací Para Amar”.
About Learning Faster by Recording Yourself
There are three big reasons to record your music practice but it can be scary! Fortunately you can make it easy. Learn how in this episode.
Singing, Songwriting, and Success as an Independent Artist, with Kendra McKinley
Learn how one independent musician found success by embracing a world of influences and encompassing many musical identities.
Making Music with Ease, with Gerald Klickstein
Discover proven and practical techniques to accelerate your learning, overcome performance anxiety, and make learning music enjoyable and easy.
Majoring in Music: Choosing A School That’s Right For You
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
A writer by profession, Marc Schuster always felt a magnetic pull towards music that proved impossible to ignore. Discover how he made the switch!
How to Hear And Play, with Jermaine Griggs (Hear and Play)
HearAndPlay is one of the leading websites for learning to play music by ear, especially Gospel. Learn how in this interview with Jermaine Griggs.
About Playing From a Lead Sheet
A lead sheet is a simplified score with just the melody, lyrics and chord symbols. Learning to play from one can unlock your musicality! Here’s how.
A Mindset for Musicality, with Natalie Weber (Music Matters)
Have you felt intimidated by creative tasks like playing by ear and improvisation? Natalie from Music Matters Blog shares how she learned and you can too!
