How To Start Improvising Music in 6 Steps
Musical improvisation is a skill which anybody can learn. In fact, you can begin improvising music today. Here are six simple and fun ways to get started.
Open Your Ears to Cool and Interesting Percussion
Percussion can make or break a track, making something dull and lifeless into an exciting number you can’t help but dance to. Here are five great examples.
Improvising Music: The Basics
Improvisation in music means creating new music without preparing it in advance. There are 3 basic things you must learn before you can start improvising.
How Musicians Should Spend Their 10,000 Hours
We often hear that it takes 10,000 hours to become great at something. But is that really true? And if so, how should a musician spend their 10,000 hours?
The Case for Good Enough: The 80/20 Principle
How much are you getting out of your practice? Chances are, you’re doing your best 80% of work in 20% of your rehearsal time. Make the most of the 80/20.
Do you have a roadmap for your ears?
If you want to become more musical but you’re not sure where to start or how to do it, you are probably missing a roadmap. Here is how you can get one.
Expand your Musical Understanding (and Have Fun) with Solfa Hand Signals
Using Solfa hand signals can help you better understand the relationship between pitch and notes in the music you sing. Give it a try and have a little fun!
Being Retired Shouldn’t Slow You Down: 3 Reasons to Keep Practicing
Retirement is a time of change, but it doesn’t have to mean you stop doing the things you love. Rediscover your self-identity by making music.
How to Develop Your New Song's Theme
We think that the theme of a track just means its melody. But in fact theme is a much bigger concept and you should know all your options when writing music.
5 Reasons Why Retirement is the Best Time to Learn an Instrument
If you’ve recently made the leap into full-time retirement, you may find yourself with a lot of extra time on your hands. Consider learning an instrument!
3 Strategies for a More Effective Music Training Plan
Practice doesn’t make perfect, but it builds confidence. Implement these strategies to set better goals, practice wisely, and discover musical success.
Listen to the Changes: Notes on Confidence from a Professional Musician
Feeling confident as a musician isn’t an overnight deal. Take it from a professional: we sat down with Tucson-based sax player Mike Moynihan to learn more.
