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Putting Rhythm and Notes Together

March 4, 2010

Beginning students want to quickly sight read for rhythm and note combination on music scores. However, it takes a little time to get the pieces together to achieve this skill. Two Approaches There are a couple of approaches to getting this skill mastered. One is to have a mentor show you how this is done [...]

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I Wish I’d Never Quit My Music Lessons

February 4, 2010

How many times have you heard “I wish I’d never quit my (piano, guitar, trumpet, cello) lessons from folks that might have heard you play or hear someone else play? There are lots of reasons that many young students quit lessons, but one that Kenny Werner expounded on has me very intrigued this week.

Can education system be the problem with learning to play an instrument? The answer will only be given in what ever situation you are in now and what approach is taken with the study of music.

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5 Minutes Practicing Music

January 28, 2010

One of the most difficult concepts to master in learning music is the practice time. Playing 1 to 8 hours can be the allusive goal. However, taking just 5 minutes of music practice may be the better approach. Try this approach I’ve learned to improve your chances of success…

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Monthly Music Theory Course

November 22, 2009

New monthly music course covers the fundamental principles of music for the beginning to intermediate student. Fixed term, low monthly subscription and you will master music theory in under a year…

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Creating Bass Lines with Leading Tones

September 24, 2009

“It’s great to hear that you are creating your own bass lines. That process will serve you well, not only because you get a bass player to “jam” with, but because it will address the same skills needed for soloing.” Some general guidelines to keep in mind:

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Learning Music by Watching Others Learn Music

September 3, 2009

Over the years I’ve been exposed to sitting in on the tail end of many students lessons and have observed what they were learning. These occurrences allowed for a new educational experience. It gave me an ability to learn music by only thinking and not implementing.

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