Another Way to Practice Technique

January 22, 2013

Music Education, Practicing Music, Learning Music, Teaching Music

This is more for the advanced students, music teachers and anyone who wants to learn jazz chords and scales. The bottom line is that instead of practicing your technical exercises by key, you are practicing them by their shared root: Getting Started on Jazz Technique - Musespeak Studio

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January 14, 2013

Music Education, Entertainment, Music

Music Blogs Worth Checking Out

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January 14, 2013

Music Education, Entertainment, Music

Please check out these music blogs which will keep you updated on upcoming music events in your area:

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January 12, 2013

Music Education, Learning Music, Teaching Music

RCM and ConCan on Youtube

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January 12, 2013

Music Education, Learning Music, Teaching Music

Students - did you know that the Royal Conservatory of Music and Conservatory Canada have their own Youtube Channels? Check out tips, great performances, repertoire demos and interviews with musicians past and present. Conservatory Canada Youtube Channel

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January 8, 2013

Music Education, Practicing Music, Learning Music

Study Your Music Score

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January 8, 2013

Music Education, Practicing Music, Learning Music

Score study, or studying the sheet music, is a useful way to practice music away from your instrument. Here are some tips on how to practice using scorestudy. Things to take note of:

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December 15, 2012

Practicing Music, Music Education, Learning Music

Music Practicing 101: The Three Different Ways Drill

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December 15, 2012

Practicing Music, Music Education, Learning Music

When I was a young music student, I was often told, "Fix your trouble spots" or "This spot needs extra practice. Drill that spot 10X". However, one thing I've noticed, is that my concentration wanes after drilling something five times.