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How to Start Jazz Improvisation Ear Training: Experts Guide

How to Start Jazz Improvisation Ear Training: Experts Guide

by Guest Expert | Nov 18, 2015 | Jazz, Improvisation

More than a dozen leading experts share their tips for jazz improvisation ear training. An essential guide for beginners through to advanced jazz players.

Talking Rhythm: Syncopated Rhythms and the Kodály Method

Talking Rhythm: Syncopated Rhythms and the Kodály Method

by Sabrina Peña Young | Nov 17, 2015 | Rhythm, Audiation, Sight Reading

Take your rhythm counting to the next level and learn how to count syncopated rhythms using the Kodály method. With example audio clips and score notation.

Beginning Music Theory: Four Core Concepts to Know

Beginning Music Theory: Four Core Concepts to Know

by Musical U Team | Nov 17, 2015 | Music Theory, General, Planning and Goals, Practice | 1 comment

Understanding music theory is a fundamental stepping stone for becoming a better musician. Having a firm grasp on these 4 core concepts will help you grow into the musician you always wanted to be.

How and Why to Start Sight Reading Music – with Evan R. Murphy (SightReadingMastery)

How and Why to Start Sight Reading Music – with Evan R. Murphy (SightReadingMastery)

by Christopher Sutton | Nov 16, 2015 | Sight Reading, General, Interviews, Music Theory

In this interview with the founder of SightReadingMastery discover why sight reading is important and the resources available to help you master it easily.

How to Improvise on Guitar: 3 simple steps

How to Improvise on Guitar: 3 simple steps

by James Stinton | Nov 12, 2015 | Guitar, Improvisation, Pentatonic

Getting started with guitar improvisation doesn’t need to be complicated. Here’s a simple 3-step process that anyone can follow to learn to solo on guitar.

Talking Rhythm: The Kodály Method

Talking Rhythm: The Kodály Method

by Sabrina Peña Young | Nov 10, 2015 | Rhythm, Music Theory, Sight Reading

Learn how to count rhythms using the Kodály method. Includes a chart with the Kodály rhythm syllables, audio clips and score notation to help you practice.

Great Music – or just Great Marketing? Experts explain why Adele’s "Hello" is a hit

Great Music – or just Great Marketing? Experts explain why Adele’s "Hello" is a hit

by Guest Expert | Nov 4, 2015 | Song Writing, Timbre

Adele’s new song “Hello” has been a phenomenal hit but opinions are divided about whether it’s music or marketing which is responsible for its success.

The 7 Best Videos to Learn 4-Chord Songs

The 7 Best Videos to Learn 4-Chord Songs

by Stella Bautista | Nov 3, 2015 | 4 Chord Songs, Playing By Ear

A collection of the 7 best video tutorials on how you can use 4-chord progressions to play dozens of favourite hit songs on guitar. It’s as easy as 1-4-5-6!

Interview: Deep Listening – The Story of Pauline Oliveros

Interview: Deep Listening – The Story of Pauline Oliveros

by Christopher Sutton | Nov 2, 2015 | Active Listening, Interviews

Pauline Oliveros is to be the subject of a new documentary examining her significant impact on music. Learn more in this interview with Daniel Weintraub.

Open Your Ears to Halloween Haunt Music

Open Your Ears to Halloween Haunt Music

by Stella Bautista | Oct 29, 2015 | Halloween, Active Listening

Open your ears to some original Halloween music by horror music composer Sam Haynes. These free tracks are essential for any Halloween party playlist.

A Halloween Treat: Classic Song-Writing Tricks

A Halloween Treat: Classic Song-Writing Tricks

by Christopher Sutton | Oct 28, 2015 | Halloween, Song Writing

Discover some of the classic song writing tricks used by the greats with this selection of fun Halloween-themed songs by John Anealio. Listen and learn!

The 5 Best Videos to Learn 3-Chord Songs

The 5 Best Videos to Learn 3-Chord Songs

by Stella Bautista | Oct 27, 2015 | 3 Chord Songs, Playing By Ear

A collection of the 5 best video tutorials on playing 3-chord rock and pop songs on guitar. Playing your favourite tunes is as easy as 1, 2, 3 – or A, D, E!

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