Silencing The Complainer:How Negative Thoughts Erode our Musical Ability, and How to Use Positive Mind to Build Confidence and CapabilitySep 6Sep 6
I Don’t Like PracticingIf you find yourself thinking this, then you’ve probably got the wrong associations with what it means to practice. You can fix this.Jan 6Jan 6
Tracking Your ProgressThere are many reasons why writing down what you worked on each day can help you progress faster as a musician.Dec 2, 2023Dec 2, 2023
How to PracticeLast night I gave a workshop to a local choral group. We did some fun exercises, including walking around in a big circle, waving our arms…Sep 21, 2023Sep 21, 2023
Staying Fresh and BuoyantThere is a story about the famed violinist and composer Fritz Kreisler. After months of performing and traveling, he would return to…Aug 10, 2023Aug 10, 2023
What Should I Focus On?More effective practicing: is it about focusing better, or knowing what to focus on?Feb 2, 20231Feb 2, 20231
Consider Your AudienceWhat is it that draws us in to some peoples’ playing? How can we make our playing more engaging?Jan 30, 2023Jan 30, 2023
Our Reactions to CriticismHow to have a more useful response to critiques of your playingJan 12, 2023Jan 12, 2023
