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Rhythmic Reconnection (with Dave Smith)

Rhythmic Reconnection (with Dave Smith)

by Christopher Sutton | May 6, 2024 | Podcast, Interviews, Rhythm

Ever felt like your rhythm skills aren’t quite what they should be – but you really didn’t know what you could do about that? We’ve found that typically, the rhythm side of things is massively overlooked by music learners.

Q&A: I’m getting no results from my ear training – should I give up?

Q&A: I’m getting no results from my ear training – should I give up?

by Christopher Sutton | Apr 25, 2024 | Podcast, Ear Training

We’ve all been there. You’re working away diligently, trying to improve your musical ear, but as days, weeks, even months pass with no apparent progress, you start to wonder: should I just give up?

Rhythm Improv Games (with Jeffrey Agrell)

Rhythm Improv Games (with Jeffrey Agrell)

by Christopher Sutton | Apr 24, 2024 | Podcast, Improvisation, Rhythm

Dive into rhythmic improvisation in this segment of Jeffrey Agrell’s Musical U masterclass on “Exploring Rhythmic Improv”. Jeffrey introduces a rhythm vocabulary, using simple hand-drumming as a way to experiment and explore.

Q&A: How (and why) should you do ear training for scales?

Q&A: How (and why) should you do ear training for scales?

by Christopher Sutton | Jun 18, 2020 | Podcast, Ear Training, Music Theory, Playing By Ear, Practice, Scales

Musical U founder, Christopher Sutton teaches why you should learn scales and the two types of scale ear training that will improve your musicality.

Q&A: I sometimes get the notes wrong when I sing – what can I do?

Q&A: I sometimes get the notes wrong when I sing – what can I do?

by Christopher Sutton | Jun 13, 2020 | Podcast, Practice, Singing in Tune

Musical U founder, Christopher Sutton talks about the three step process to singing the right notes. Learn to increase your vocal accuracy and musicality.

Q&A: Why use headphones and what kind should I buy?

Q&A: Why use headphones and what kind should I buy?

by Christopher Sutton | Jun 2, 2020 | Podcast, Active Listening, Audio, Ear Training, Playing By Ear

Founder of Musical U, Christopher Sutton explains the power of good headphones for ear training – and how to choose the best pair for ear practice.

Q&A: What can you do if you struggle to audiate (imagine music)?

Q&A: What can you do if you struggle to audiate (imagine music)?

by Christopher Sutton | May 30, 2020 | Podcast, Active Listening, Audiation, Ear Training

Musical U Founder, Christopher Sutton discusses why and how to audiate. Develop powerful musicality with simple exercises you can do anytime, anywhere.

Q&A: Sometimes I feel like I’m just guessing – is that wrong?

Q&A: Sometimes I feel like I’m just guessing – is that wrong?

by Christopher Sutton | May 25, 2020 | Podcast, Ear Training, Playing By Ear, Practice

Musical U Director, Christopher Sutton discusses guessing notes when ear training. Learn how to avoid frustration and get more results from ear training.

Pathways: Oli Fuhrmann

Pathways: Oli Fuhrmann

by Christopher Sutton | May 10, 2020 | Podcast, Band, Improvisation, Interviews, Jazz, Solfa

Oli Fuhrmann shares his musical journey and how he started jamming with high-level musicians. Learn practical tips to help you jump in the next jam session.

The Biology Of Musicality, with Prof. Henkjan Honing

The Biology Of Musicality, with Prof. Henkjan Honing

by Christopher Sutton | Feb 19, 2020 | Podcast, Interviews, Musicality, Perfect Pitch, Pitch, Rhythm

Professor Henkjan Honing, a leading researcher of biomusicology, shares results from his research on how human musicality works and where it comes from.

Composing For Games, with Dan Hulsman (VGM Academy)

Composing For Games, with Dan Hulsman (VGM Academy)

by Christopher Sutton | Jan 10, 2020 | Podcast, Career, Interviews, Melodies, Song Writing

Dan Hulsman, founder of the Video Game Music Academy, discusses what goes in to composing and producing both modern and vintage VGM soundtracks.

What Is Ear Training? (and why does it normally fail?)

What Is Ear Training? (and why does it normally fail?)

by Christopher Sutton | Oct 17, 2019 | Podcast, Ear Training, Playing By Ear

Musical U founder Christopher Sutton explains what ear training is – and how to get the most benefit from ear training with a holistic, musical approach.

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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.

The Musicality Checklist will give you the clarity you need to ensure your training is effective and successful.

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