Where True Musical Creativity Comes From (with David Reed, Improvise For Real)
Did you know, your ears have already spent a lifetime learning to improvise? There might just be one small missing piece holding you back.
Improvisation
Improvising music is sometimes seen as an advanced skill or relevant for certain genres only. However, improvisation has forever been a part of music in every style, era and culture. Learning to improvise great-sounding music doesn’t need to be hard! With the right ear training exercises and some mindset tips you can literally begin improvising music and enjoying the experience of improvisation today.
Free articles about Improvisation
Feel, Imagine, Create (with David Reed, Improvise For Real)
What’s going on when you improvise? Is it about theory, scales, listening, instinct, or something else? Christopher and David unpack it all.
Be Yourself And Discover Your Own Music (with David Reed, Improvise For Real)
What does it take to truly be yourself in music? Christopher from Musical U and David Reed from Improvise For Real dig in!
The 3 Pillars Of Improv, with Lorin Cohen
What should be going through your head when you improvise? Jazz artist Lorin Cohen breaks down a simple 3-part framework for mastering improv.
Rhythm Improv Games (with Jeffrey Agrell)
Dive into rhythmic improvisation in this segment of Jeffrey Agrell’s Musical U masterclass on “Exploring Rhythmic Improv”. Jeffrey introduces a rhythm vocabulary, using simple hand-drumming as a way to experiment and explore.
If it makes you laugh, GOOD! (with Jeffrey Agrell)
We’re joined by Jeffrey Agrell, a returning guest on the show, and one of our absolute favourite music educators. Jeffrey has authored half a dozen books providing “games” which serve as a gateway into creativity and improvisation – even for the most buttoned-up, perfectionist classical players!
Pathways: Oli Fuhrmann
Oli Fuhrmann shares his musical journey and how he started jamming with high-level musicians. Learn practical tips to help you jump in the next jam session.
Creative Improv for Classical Musicians, with Laura Nerenberg
Laura Nerenberg discusses the power of improvisation for classical musicians and teachers. Learn about the powerful musical impact improvisation can have.
Authentic, Engaging, Cooperative Learning, with Zach VanderGraaff (The Dynamic Music Room)
Zach VanderGraaff, of The Dynamic Music Room, teaches how to make music learning authentic, engaging, and cooperative. Have more fun and make more progress.
Getting Into The Music And Into Flow, With Diane Allen
Diane Allen brings a unique perspective to the world of performance. Learn the specific practical steps you can take to get into your flow state at will.
Learning to Love Leadsheets, with Ruth Power (Piano Picnic)
Ruth Power, of Piano Picnic, shares insights and ideas from her new course, Lovin’ Leadsheets. Learn how lead sheets can impact your musicality.
Pathways: Sharilynn Horhota
Musical U member Sharilynn Horhota shares her fascinating musical journey along with some very useful tips you can apply to your own music practice.
