by Gary Gutierrez | Nov 22, 2024 | Music Practice Tips and Techniques
Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingIntroductionSetting Up a Practice RoutineChoose a Time and PlaceSet Realistic GoalsCreate a Dedicated Practice SpotEncouragement and MotivationMake Practice FunCelebrate Small WinsAvoid PressureUnderstanding Basic Brass Instrument...
by Gary Gutierrez | Oct 8, 2024 | Music Practice Tips and Techniques
Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingIntroductionPower Chords: Your Two-Finger Secret WeaponWhy Power Chords Rock (Literally)How to Play Power ChordsPalm Muting: Tighten Up Your SoundAlternate Picking: Master Speed and PrecisionHammer-Ons and Pull-Offs: Add Fluidity to...
by Gary Gutierrez | Sep 4, 2024 | Music Practice Tips and Techniques, Music Resources
Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingIntroductionUnderstanding Your VoiceIdentifying Your Vocal RangeDiscovering Your Vocal TypeEssential Breathing TechniquesThe Role of Breathing in SingingIntroduction to Diaphragmatic BreathingDeveloping Proper Singing PostureWhy...
by Gary Gutierrez | Sep 4, 2024 | Music Practice Tips and Techniques, Music Theory and Fundamentals
Table of Contents 2 3 FirstHeadingIntroductionWhat is Ear Training?The Magic of Ear TrainingWhat is Sight-Reading?The Power of Sight-ReadingThe Synergy of Ear Training and Sight-ReadingHow Ear Training Enhances Sight-ReadingHow Sight-Reading Supports Ear...
by Summer Lusk | Jul 24, 2024 | Music Practice Tips and Techniques
So many music lessons include the saying, “Practice makes perfect.” However, I would argue that it should be phrased as “Efficient practice makes perfect.” How then, do you practice efficiently? What strategies can you use to ensure that you are getting the most out...
by Summer Lusk | Jul 24, 2024 | Music Performance and Stage Tips, Music Practice Tips and Techniques
Whether you are self-taught or taking music lessons with an instructor, sight-reading is an important skill to practice as you progress in your musical training. Like ear training, the better you develop your sight-reading skills, the quicker you will be able to learn...
