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About Improvising Rhythm

by Christopher Sutton | Mar 8, 2018 | Podcast, Ear Training, Improvisation, Rhythm

Melody often gets all the attention in the world of improvisation, but rhythm is equally important! Learn about how to start improvising with rhythm.

How to “Just Play”, with Nick Mainella

by Christopher Sutton | Mar 6, 2018 | Podcast, Improvisation, Interviews, Jazz, Transcription

Learn about improvisation from a pro! Musical U interviews Nick Mainella, jazz musician and creator of the 10 Minute Jazz Lesson Podcast.

About Improvisation

by Christopher Sutton | Mar 1, 2018 | Podcast, Improvisation, Practice

Improvisation is one of the most useful and sought-after skills a musician can add to their arsenal – get acquainted in this podcast episode!

Unleashing Inspiration, with Vincent James

by Christopher Sutton | Feb 27, 2018 | Podcast, Career, Interviews, Song Writing

Musical U interviews Vincent James, founder of Keep Music Alive and Teach Music Week, and a talented songwriter in his own right.

About Arranging Music

by Christopher Sutton | Feb 22, 2018 | Podcast, Arranging, Genres, Instruments

Arranging is not a complicated and advanced process reserved for the pros – learn how to create your own unique arrangements for songs you love!

Doubling Down on Your Craft, with Brad Davis

by Christopher Sutton | Feb 20, 2018 | Career, Collaborating, Guitar, Interviews, Podcast, Song Writing

Musical U interviews guitar icon Brad Davis on his incredible career as a session player and songwriter, and how he created his signature guitar techniques.

About Meter in Music

by Christopher Sutton | Feb 15, 2018 | Podcast, Ear Training, Rhythm

This podcast episode looks at the concept of meter, how it relates to beats and bars, and how to start recognizing it in music.

More Ways of Knowing Music, with Jeremy Dittus

by Christopher Sutton | Feb 13, 2018 | Podcast, Interviews, Practice, Rhythm, Solfa

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.

About Your Voice Sounding Weird

by Christopher Sutton | Feb 8, 2018 | Podcast, Singing

Have you ever recorded your singing, only for it to sound strange to your own ears? In this episode, we explain why this occurs and how to get past it.

All Things Vocal, with Judy Rodman

by Christopher Sutton | Feb 6, 2018 | Podcast, Career, Interviews, Singing

Musical U interviews Judy Rodman on her rich career in the vocal world, covering everything from singing professionally to vocal coaching and songwriting.

About the 12-Bar Blues

by Christopher Sutton | Feb 1, 2018 | Podcast, 3 Chord Songs, Chord Progressions, Music Theory

The 12-bar blues are the foundation that rock & roll was built on. Learn why this chord progression is so memorable, and how you can use it in songwriting!

How to Really Play Music, with Bill Hilton

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 30, 2018 | Podcast, Interviews, Jazz, Keyboard, Practice, Singing

Music educator Bill Hilton shares valuable insights into what really matters when learning music, and the surprising advantage that adult learners have.

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