About Having a Roadmap
In this episode, we talk about the idea of musical roadmaps, and how they provide the structure necessary for any successful musical journey.
Are you practicing on stage – instead of playing?
Performing and practicing are two very different ways of playing music. Learn how to silence your inner critic during performances and “just play”!
15 Improv Experts Share Their Favourite Examples of Improvisation
To round off Improv Month, we’ve asked 15 improv experts to share their favourite examples of improvisation, and how it changed their musical mindset.
About Improvising with Structure and Phrasing
Learn how to structure your music, engage audiences, and bring out your musicality by using phrasing in your improvisation.
First Steps to Improvisation
Dive right into improvisation with the major scale, and learn how to create memorable musical statements with just seven notes.
Tell Your Own Story, with David Wallimann
Composer, recording artist, and guitar educator David Wallimann shares his unique perspective on improvisation, and how to find your own musical voice.
About Improvisation
Improvisation is one of the most useful and sought-after skills a musician can add to their arsenal – get acquainted in this podcast episode!
More Ways of Knowing Music, with Jeremy Dittus
Musical U interviews Dr. Jeremy Dittus, founder of one of the leading schools in the United States that uses the hands-on Dalcroze method to teach music.
How to Really Play Music, with Bill Hilton
Music educator Bill Hilton shares valuable insights into what really matters when learning music, and the surprising advantage that adult learners have.
8 Tips for Playing Guitar and Singing at the Same Time
Wondering how to play guitar and sing at the same time without missing a beat? Start here, with 8 tips that will have you strumming and humming in no time!
How To Make A Backing Track, with Joanne Cooper
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.
10 Things Piano Players Do Differently
With their versatility, dedication, and near-frightening perfectionism, pianists are a rare species. Learn what sets them apart from the rest!
