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Playing By Ear

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.

About Playing By Ear with Trial and Error

About Playing By Ear with Trial and Error

by Christopher Sutton | May 17, 2018 | Podcast, Playing By Ear, Practice

We discuss the art of playing by ear, improving through making mistakes, and the tools you can use to accelerate your learning.

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.

About Learning to Improvise

About Learning to Improvise

by Christopher Sutton | Mar 29, 2018 | Podcast, Ear Training, Improvisation, Planning and Goals, Playing By Ear

This episode gives an overview on how you can use everything you’ve learned during this month’s episodes to get started in learning improv.

Musical U Member Spotlight: Ashley Sherman

Musical U Member Spotlight: Ashley Sherman

by Musical U Team | Feb 28, 2018 | Musical U Spotlight Members, Chords, Planning and Goals, Playing By Ear

This week, Musical U interviews member Ashley Sherman on her breakthrough moments in music, and how Musical U helped her get there.

Turning Ordinary People into Musicians, with Casey McCann

Turning Ordinary People into Musicians, with Casey McCann

by Christopher Sutton | Dec 28, 2017 | Podcast, Children, Chord Progressions, Interviews, Performing, Playing By Ear, Teaching

The Musicality Podcast interviews music educator extraordinaire Casey McCann about how she developed musicality, and how she passes it on to her students.

How To Make A Backing Track, with Joanne Cooper

How To Make A Backing Track, with Joanne Cooper

by Guest Expert | Dec 20, 2017 | Practice, Chord Progressions, Ear Training, Improvisation, Instruments, Key, Playing By Ear

Prolific songwriter Joanne Cooper shows you how to make a backing track, and the myriad of ways you can use it for practice, improvisation, and more.

A Toolbox of Musical Understanding, with Scott Sharp

A Toolbox of Musical Understanding, with Scott Sharp

by Christopher Sutton | Nov 28, 2017 | Podcast, Improvisation, Instruments, Interviews, Playing By Ear

The Musicality Podcast interviews Fretboard Toolbox creator Scott Sharp about his unique system for understanding notes and chords.

How To Play Ukulele By Ear

How To Play Ukulele By Ear

by Guest Expert | Nov 1, 2017 | Ear Training, Instruments, Playing By Ear

Ukulele pro Dave Ellis gives expert advice on taking your first steps in playing by ear, and why you should set that tuner aside.

Getting “Off Book”, with Melody Payne

Getting “Off Book”, with Melody Payne

by Christopher Sutton | Oct 31, 2017 | Podcast, Interviews, Keyboard, Playing By Ear, Sight Reading

In this podcast, plucky pianista Melody Payne shares the secret of breaking free of sheet music and adding your own spin to the songs you love.

How to Hear And Play, with Jermaine Griggs (Hear and Play)

How to Hear And Play, with Jermaine Griggs (Hear and Play)

by Christopher Sutton | Sep 14, 2017 | Podcast, Interviews, Playing By Ear

HearAndPlay is one of the leading websites for learning to play music by ear, especially Gospel. Learn how in this interview with Jermaine Griggs.

A Mindset for Musicality, with Natalie Weber (Music Matters)

A Mindset for Musicality, with Natalie Weber (Music Matters)

by Christopher Sutton | Sep 12, 2017 | Podcast, Improvisation, Interviews, Playing By Ear, Sight Reading

Have you felt intimidated by creative tasks like playing by ear and improvisation? Natalie from Music Matters Blog shares how she learned and you can too!

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