Is it possible that aiming for perfect is actually holdin…

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Is it possible that aiming for perfect is actually holding you back from your true potential as a musician?

In this video we’re going to explain the two meanings of the word “perfect” – and why focusing on playing the “right notes” might actually be a mistake.

Don’t miss this episode.

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You hear a favorite tune on the radio and jump to your in…

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You hear a favorite tune on the radio and jump to your instrument, trying to pluck out the melody.

When you listen to a tune and try to write out what you hear, you are transcribing music.

In this series from Musical U you will learn how to transcribe this instrumental track, step-by-step. Let’s get started!

https://www.musical-u.com/learn/how-to-transcribe-music-before-you-start/

Swing music and dance have enjoyed perennial revivals ove…

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Swing music and dance have enjoyed perennial revivals over the years, and as long as people love to dance, it looks like the trend will continue.

Keenan McKenzie Music has found a unique sound that both pays homage to the swing era greats and retains a timeless quality.

Musical U had the pleasure of interviewing Keenan as he released his latest album “Forged in Rhythm”

https://www.musical-u.com/learn/transcontinental-swing-with-keenan-mckenzie/

Who doesn’t love to get awesome tips for better practice?…

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Who doesn’t love to get awesome tips for better practice? In this special episode, the Musical U team shares the Musicality Now moments that had this biggest impact on their practice.

Enjoy this episode packed full of practical advice for practicing.

https://www.musical-u.com/learn/rewind-practicing/

Behind almost every successful musician is a dedicated ar…

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Behind almost every successful musician is a dedicated arranger and producer.

We had the pleasure of sitting down with Amado Music , an arranger and producer with over 25 years of experience under her belt – creating music for TV, film, and advertising, as well as working with countless songwriters and performers to translate their musical ideas into the finished product.

https://www.musical-u.com/learn/bringing-musical-visions-to-life-with-marti-amado/

“🎶Have you ever used audiation in your musical life? We …

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“🎶Have you ever used audiation in your musical life?

We had the honour of speaking with Professor Cynthia Crump Taggart, the President-Elect of the Gordon Institute for Music Learning.

In this fascinating conversation, Professor Taggart shares her musical upbringing and her first experiences learning from Edwin Gordon himself. She also explains the slightly imprecise way we tend to use the word “audiation” at Musical U and what it should really be used to mean.

Listen to this episode and learn two simple activities to incorporate Music Learning Theory into your own life.

https://www.musical-u.com/learn/audiation-and-thinking-music-with-cynthia-crump-taggart/”

How do you know when a song changes key? And how do you k…

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How do you know when a song changes key? And how do you keep up if you’re playing along?

We’re excited to have Katie Wardrobe of Midnight Music Technology Training share her tips on hearing key changes in music.

Enjoy this episode and level up those musical ears.

https://www.musical-u.com/learn/about-hearing-key-changes/

Want to hack your music practice and boost your results? …

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Want to hack your music practice and boost your results?

In this episode we share a golden nugget from Marc Gelfo’s masterclass about accelerating your music learning.

Enjoy these practical tips.

https://www.musical-u.com/learn/about-hacking-habituation/