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Star Wars: May the Music be with you

Star Wars: May the Music be with you

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 6, 2016 | Active Listening

A collection of Star Wars articles and videos for all movie soundtrack fans. From serious score analyses to a funny comic and an a cappella cast medley.

How to Review your Musical Year

How to Review your Musical Year

by Musical U Team | Dec 31, 2015 | Planning and Goals, General | 0 comments

Reviewing the past year is the best place to start when planning the year ahead. Follow this easy guide to review your musical year and plan for success.

How to do an Ear Training Audit

How to do an Ear Training Audit

by Christopher Sutton | Dec 31, 2015 | Planning and Goals, General

Follow this simple three step process to check where you are with your ear training and to help you to set clear and achievable goals for future success.

How to Improvise on Saxophone, Part One

How to Improvise on Saxophone, Part One

by James Stinton | Dec 30, 2015 | Improvisation

The perfect tutorial for anyone wanting to improvise on the saxophone, starting with the basics, then moving onto improvising the blues in 3 easy steps.

How to Write a Song Even If You Don’t Know Music Theory

How to Write a Song Even If You Don’t Know Music Theory

by Sabrina Peña Young | Dec 29, 2015 | Song Writing, Melodies

Learn to write a song. This article goes through exercises and examples to help those with no music theory write great lyrics, melodies and harmonies.

10 Famous Expressions About Being a Musician

10 Famous Expressions About Being a Musician

by Musical U Team | Dec 29, 2015 | Career, General, Planning and Goals | 0 comments

Often, taking advice from legendary musicians is a great way to gain a little confidence. Check out our roundup of the best expressions from musicians.

5 Things You Must Do During Band Practice

5 Things You Must Do During Band Practice

by Jenny Green | Dec 28, 2015 | Band, Active Listening

Five essential tips for anyone who is in a band to ensure attention to certain details during rehearsals translate into excellent live performances.

Open Your Ears to some Yuletide A Cappella

Open Your Ears to some Yuletide A Cappella

by Christopher Sutton | Dec 23, 2015 | Choir, Active Listening

The new Christmas album from the Swingle Singers, Yule Songs vol II is a true treat for musical ears. Join me as I listen through for the first time.

Songwriter’s Secrets: How to Write a Song Without an Instrument

Songwriter’s Secrets: How to Write a Song Without an Instrument

by Sabrina Peña Young | Dec 22, 2015 | Song Writing, 3 Chord Songs, 4 Chord Songs, Melodies

It is possible to write a song even without an instrument – this article explains how you can do it just using listening skills and modern technology.

Learning Guitar: 6 Tips To Play Any Song You Want

Learning Guitar: 6 Tips To Play Any Song You Want

by Musical U Team | Dec 22, 2015 | Guitar, Instruments, Practice | 0 comments

Learning to play the guitar doesn’t have to be a struggle. Making the right habits will get you on the track to success. Check out our 6 tips to begin.

Open Your Ears to the Clouds of Burma (Interview)

Open Your Ears to the Clouds of Burma (Interview)

by Christopher Sutton | Dec 21, 2015 | Active Listening, Interviews

A fascinating active listening tutorial and interview with the musicians of a Burmese folk music EP which is being sold in aid of charity Prospect Burma.

Open your Ears to some Rocking Blues

Open your Ears to some Rocking Blues

by James Stinton | Dec 16, 2015 | Active Listening, 3 Chord Songs

Open you ears to this 5 Song Set influenced by the blues. Listen out for the bluesy elements in these unique songs from five great international artists.

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