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Rewind: Ease and Joy

Rewind: Ease and Joy

by Christopher Sutton | Aug 28, 2019 | Podcast, Musicality, Performing, Practice

The Musical U team shares how they’ve applied lessons from past episodes with hopes of helping you increase joy and ease in your own musical life.

More Mindful, More Musical, with Susanne Olbrich

More Mindful, More Musical, with Susanne Olbrich

by Christopher Sutton | Jul 17, 2019 | Podcast, Interviews, Mindset, Musicality, Performing, Practice

Specialist in mindfulness for musicians, Susanne Olbrich shares her journey. Learn what it means to be mindful and how it can enhance your musicality.

How to Handle Musical Mistakes With Grace

How to Handle Musical Mistakes With Grace

by Christopher Sutton | Jun 19, 2019 | Podcast, Improvisation, Performing, Planning and Goals, Practice

Musical success means overcoming challenges and making mistakes. In this episode you will learn mindset shifts and practical tips for handling mistakes.

Letting the Music Play You, with Paul Wertico

Letting the Music Play You, with Paul Wertico

by Christopher Sutton | Jun 4, 2019 | Podcast, Career, Improvisation, Interviews, Musicality, Performing

Paul Wertico, renowned as the “musical” drummer, discusses what musicality means. Learn how understanding the role of the drummer can help you improve.

Is it time to “break up” with music?

Is it time to “break up” with music?

by Christopher Sutton | Mar 21, 2019 | Podcast, Mindset, Performing, Practice

Is your love affair with music not all you thought it was going to be? How do you know when it’s time to leave it all behind? Or… is there still hope?

Rewind: Practicing

Rewind: Practicing

by Christopher Sutton | Mar 19, 2019 | Podcast, Performing, Practice

The Musical U team gets together to share their favourite episodes of the Musicality Podcast, focussing on the topic of effective and fun music practice.

How to Stop Doubting and Start Performing, with Brent Vaartstra

How to Stop Doubting and Start Performing, with Brent Vaartstra

by Christopher Sutton | Mar 12, 2019 | Podcast, Interviews, Mindset, Performing, Planning and Goals, Practice

Brent Vaartstra of Learn Jazz Standards gives insights and practical advice for getting yourself from the practice room to the stage.

Song Writing: Start and Succeed, with Alex Forbes

Song Writing: Start and Succeed, with Alex Forbes

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 24, 2019 | Podcast, Interviews, Performing, Practice, Song Writing

We interview award-winning songwriter Alex Forbes on the art of songwriting, the hallmarks of an instant hit, and giving yourself permission to write songs.

3 Ways to Interpret Your Favourite Piece of Music

3 Ways to Interpret Your Favourite Piece of Music

by Guest Expert | Jan 23, 2019 | Arranging, Genres, Performing

You can play the music you love true to form, or take some creative liberties. Learn about the art of musical interpretation and how to apply it.

Becoming a Bulletproof Musician, with Noa Kageyama

Becoming a Bulletproof Musician, with Noa Kageyama

by Christopher Sutton | Dec 11, 2018 | Podcast, Interviews, Performing, Planning and Goals, Practice

The Bulletproof Musician’s Noa Kageyama talks about research-based strategies for practice, performance, and the intersection of the two.

About the Long and Winding Road

About the Long and Winding Road

by Christopher Sutton | Dec 6, 2018 | Podcast, Performing, Planning and Goals

Musical U’s own Adam Liette talks about his ongoing musical journey and the various roles that music has played in his personal life and career.

Practice, Performance, and Powerful Levers, with Josh Wright

Practice, Performance, and Powerful Levers, with Josh Wright

by Christopher Sutton | Dec 4, 2018 | Podcast, Interviews, Performing, Practice, Sight Reading

Acclaimed pianist and music educator Josh Wright shares his favourite technique exercises, performance strategies, and secrets for playing musically.

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Before you dive in, did you know that we offer a Free Checklist to help you become more musical?

You can learn to play by ear, sing in tune, become more musically confident, and more... but first you need to know what your current strengths are and how to focus your efforts.

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