A Guitar Method that Works – for Teachers and Students, with David Hart
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.
Before and After: Covering Father John Misty
Father John Misty’s “When You’re Smiling and Astride Me” shape shifts into new musical territory guided by the voice and guitar of Kendra McKinley.
You Bought a Ukulele… Now What?
Looking for a ukulele crash course? With the help of this guide, you’ll be able to pick up your uke and start playing chords in minutes!
10 Mini Songwriting Challenges to Sharpen your Writing Skills
Stuck in a songwriting rut? Try our mini songwriting challenges to find inspiration for your next masterpiece in food, film, and your favourite superhero!
Visualizing the Symphony, with Hannah Chan-Hartley
The TSO’s Hannah Chan-Hartley’s concert programmes expertly combine colour, graphics, and text to enrich the live music experience for concertgoers.
The Wonderful Phenomenon of Terrible Lyrics
Dive into the world of absurd, unbearably corny, and just-plain-bad lyrics, and learn how songs become smash hits in spite of (or because of) them!
Learning by Repetition: How Musicians Can Improve with Looping
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.
Before and After: Covering Coldplay
“The Voice” alumnus Caroline Perrell takes Coldplay’s alternative rock hit “Yellow” and re-imagines it as a beautiful, relaxed folk song.
Making Music for Film, with Friends, and in Spirit, with Dave Bainbridge
Dave Bainbridge, of Iona fame, talks about his new projects, writing for film, making and keeping musical friends, and the spirituality of music.
How to Clap in Time
Clapping in time? Easy right? Well, if it’s not easy for you – you’re not alone! The good news is that clapping in time is learnable, valuable, and fun!
The Music Business: What’s Changed, What’s Stayed the Same, with Cliff Goldmacher
After 25 years as a top songwriter in the ever-changing music business, Cliff Goldmacher knows all about where it’s been, where it is, and where it’s going.
How to be an Effective Bandleader
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.
