There are many ways in which a musician can turn their love of music into a side gig, and a great way to do this is to become a music teacher.
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Playing Piano: Shifting vs. Crossing
In this video, Josh Wright of joshwrightpiano.com explains both shifting and crossing, and the best way to use each when playing piano.
7 Everyday Tasks That Every Jazz Player Must Do
If you want to become one of the greatest jazz players, there are habits you must get into doing every day. Start with these 7 everyday tasks that you can do to start living and breathing jazz music.
How to Write Interesting Chord Progressions: Pedal Notes
Another great way to create more interesting chord progressions is to use a pedal note or pedal point. A pedal note is a static bass note that sticks around for a few measures while the chords change over the top.
Common Misunderstandings of Vocal Energy and Tension
Energy in singing is equal to energy of air spinning through the vocal resonators and a too relaxed singer can easily misunderstand this very important aspect of vocal technique.
100 Female Industry Entrepreneurs Share Their Best Advice
Whether you are just starting out or have been in the business for 40 years, it is always nice to hear some advice from members of the industry.
How to Harness Technology and Promote Your Band
Long gone are the days when paper fliers and word-of-mouth served as a band or solo musician’s primary marketing tools. But with the over-saturation of social media platforms, how can you make technology work for you on a promotional level, without relying on a record label?
5 Time Management Tactics Every Musician Must Know
That’s why we need to manage our time well and schedule in those activities that are important to us. Luckily, Ariel Hyatt and her team at Cyber PR have created a list of “5 Time Management Tactics Every Musician Must Know.”
The Importance of Recording Your Practice Sessions
Recording your practice sessions will allow you to hear your performance from the audience’s perspective. It is easy to think you are playing soft or loud enough, but the best way to know for sure is to listen to yourself.
Ways to Find Musical Inspiration
Connecting to an instrumental piece can be challenging, no matter what instrument you play. But, fear not, there are ways to get yourself past the notes and rhythms to the actual music within.