Progress at the piano depends on focused strategies and consistent practice. Whether you’re a beginner or aiming to master more advanced techniques, adopting the right habits can accelerate your musical growth. Discover seven effective ways to become a better pianist and develop your skills with lasting results. Improving at piano involves setting clear goals, choosing […]
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The Post-Mastering Nightmare You know that feeling. The mixdown is printed. The master sounds massive. You’ve obsessed over the low-end, tweaked the stereo width, and finally got the snare sitting exactly where you wanted it. Then you open DistroKid and reality hits: you need a video. Spotify playlists are driven by Canvas loops. YouTube is
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Never be too hasty to give up on a song. Sometimes the process of recording can take it in new directions that elevate it to a whole new level. To quote my songwriting idol…. A song either comes quickly…. and we can say, yes, we have or song…. but if it doesn’t come quickly I
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Exploring other creative ventures fits well with the way society is at the moment. All this extra time is opening up opportunities when faced with the new normal. This provides us a window to explore our creative passions and to be innovative. Among these paths is the venture to pursue music production and recording. For
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Bijou by Queen: How a filler track signaled the long-awaited return to form of my favourite Band. So what’s so great about Bijou by Queen? Following the lump-in-the-throat disappointment of Queen’s comeback Album: The Miracle, I approached its follow up: Innuendo with lowered expectations. The title track: Innuendo sets out its stall early, harking back
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Music is often referred to as “the universal language.” There is no doubt that music can break down emotional barriers, providing soothing comfort, and make people feel more connected with each other and themselves. But, more studies have started to show that music impacts more than just your emotions. It can also have an impact
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Can you learn to play the piano quickly? How hard is it to learn piano, anyway? This guide outlines what every beginner wants to know about playing piano. Here’s what you should know if you’re new to playing the piano. Those who play piano enjoy health benefits and a unique form of therapy. Refined motor
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The music industry can be a complex beast, even more so when taxes are involved. The truth is that, no matter if you’re a hobbyist or professional musician, you’re likely subject to a complex and nuanced task when filing taxes. Traveling for out-of-state gigs, working from dual incomes, and even performing for the sheer love
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A recent study that surveyed 1,500 independent musicians found that 73% of them had experienced stress, anxiety, and/or depression in relation to their music career. It’s easy to think that the life of a musician is somewhat glamorous or at least stress-free based on the “rock n’ roll” lifestyle that’s often associated with them. But
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