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A Higher Musical Power, with Jason V. Chapman

A Higher Musical Power, with Jason V. Chapman

by Andrew Bishko | Jun 4, 2018 | Interviews, Career, Guitar, Playing By Ear, Song Writing

We talk to up-and-coming country musician Jason V Chapman about his songwriting approach, his inspirations, and the role of God in his musical journey.

What Your Voice Can Do, with Jeremy Fisher

What Your Voice Can Do, with Jeremy Fisher

by Christopher Sutton | May 29, 2018 | Podcast, Interviews, Pitch, Practice, Sight Reading, Singing, Singing in Tune

Learn how you can develop your voice and improve your singing with Jeremy Fisher of acclaimed vocal education website Vocal Process.

Off the page and back again, with Chris Owenby

Off the page and back again, with Chris Owenby

by Christopher Sutton | May 15, 2018 | Podcast, Improvisation, Interviews, Keyboard, Playing By Ear, Practice

We talk to Practice Habits’ Chris Owenby about effective and enjoyable practice, and his tailored and student-oriented approach to teaching music.

Musical U Member Spotlight: VeeraL

Musical U Member Spotlight: VeeraL

by Andrew Bishko | May 14, 2018 | Musical U Spotlight Members, Improvisation, Interviews, Keyboard, Teaching | 0 comments

The competitive classical piano world crushed VeeraL’s passion. But the music returned! She found in Musical U a place to learn, grow, and express herself.

Polyrhythm for Beginners

Polyrhythm for Beginners

by Musical U Team | May 7, 2018 | Rhythm, Instruments, Percussion

Open your ears to the beautiful complexity of polyrhythms, and learn how you can internalize these rhythms and put them to use in your own songwriting.

Listen First, with Donna Schwartz

Listen First, with Donna Schwartz

by Christopher Sutton | May 1, 2018 | Podcast, Instruments, Interviews, Jazz, Melodies, Rhythm

Musical U interviews saxophonist and music educator Donna Schwartz on the unique philosophy she brings to her teaching style.

The Instrument Inside You, with Ben Parry

The Instrument Inside You, with Ben Parry

by Christopher Sutton | Apr 17, 2018 | Podcast, Interviews, Singing, Solfa

Seasoned singer, arranger, and choir director Ben Parry talks ear training, approaching singing, and the unique requirements of a capella.

Building Blocks of Improv, with Brenden Lowe

Building Blocks of Improv, with Brenden Lowe

by Christopher Sutton | Mar 27, 2018 | Podcast, Improvisation, Interviews, Jazz, Keyboard, Music Theory

JazzPianoSchool.com’s Brenden Lowe details his journey in jazz piano, and how he achieved freedom and creativity in his playing.

Tell Your Own Story, with David Wallimann

Tell Your Own Story, with David Wallimann

by Christopher Sutton | Mar 20, 2018 | Podcast, Guitar, Improvisation, Interviews, Practice, Song Writing

Composer, recording artist, and guitar educator David Wallimann shares his unique perspective on improvisation, and how to find your own musical voice.

How to Use Rests Creatively When Improvising

How to Use Rests Creatively When Improvising

by Guest Expert | Mar 7, 2018 | Improvisation, Guitar, Melodies, Rhythm

The notes you don’t play are just as important as the ones you do! Learn how to use silence in your improvisation to add interest to your solos.

About Arranging Music

About Arranging Music

by Christopher Sutton | Feb 22, 2018 | Podcast, Arranging, Genres, Instruments

Arranging is not a complicated and advanced process reserved for the pros – learn how to create your own unique arrangements for songs you love!

Doubling Down on Your Craft, with Brad Davis

Doubling Down on Your Craft, with Brad Davis

by Christopher Sutton | Feb 20, 2018 | Career, Collaborating, Guitar, Interviews, Podcast, Song Writing

Musical U interviews guitar icon Brad Davis on his incredible career as a session player and songwriter, and how he created his signature guitar techniques.

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