Why can’t I sing in tune?

Have you been told you’re out of tune, or tone-deaf when you sing? Do you enjoy singing… but worry that it doesn’t sound good to other people? There are two factors which determine whether you can sing in tune or not, and the good news is that both...

Can you learn perfect pitch?

The research indicates that most people who have absolute pitch have had it from an early age. It seems to be a combination of nature and nurture. Its accuracy and reliability tends to vary over an individual’s life. It is possible to develop this skill at a...

How can you get excited about ear training?

One of the things that people sometimes find odd about Easy Ear Training is that we are genuinely passionate about ear training. To somebody who’s had a bad experience of it in the past, this can seem bizarre! Like being excited about tidying the house, or...

Can you teach yourself ear training?

Yes. You do not necessarily need a teacher or a school to train your ears. This is demonstrated by the vast number of musicians who have attained incredible ears over their career, through active and passive ear training, without once being taught it in a classroom....

What problem does ear training solve?

In the big picture, ear training solves the problem of your ear not being sensitive or intelligent when it comes to music. Here at EasyEarTraining.com we often say that ear training is about: Hearing more detail in music Understanding what you hear in music Thinking...

How can I start ear training?

Here is a good process to follow when you first begin ear training. Note: You might also like our step-by-step guide to planning your ear training. Choose your goals First, think about the kind of musician you want to become. The ear training plan for someone who...