As with any other art form, in music we are constantly re…

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As with any other art form, in music we are constantly refining and inventing new means of expression.

We break or simply neglect rules, we let our emotions do the talking, and we search for the next hot thing that once again reminds us of the beauty of discovering a new sound that rattles the walls.

So what are some of the latest trends in songwriting these days?

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Collaboration among musicians is nothing new to the busin…

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Collaboration among musicians is nothing new to the business.

The Beatles, for one, were formed as a result of several individuals deciding to work together as a group, all the way back in the late 1950s. With the change in technology, can you make it work for you for song collaboration?

W/TuneIn

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Learning to create music on my computer is one of the mos…

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Learning to create music on my computer is one of the most creatively fulfilling experiences.

If you have a computer, you only need a few other pieces to get started. This article will cover exactly what you need (as well as what you don’t need).

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Musical U takes a comprehensive look at what it means to …

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Musical U takes a comprehensive look at what it means to improvise, from all angles.

Through podcast episodes, interviews, tutorials, and even some new improvisation modules and a roadmap, we’ve examined the ways you can approach improv, how to use specific musical elements to get started in improv, how to improvise with others, and how to put yourself in the right mindset for spontaneous playing.

Read on for 15 experts’ diverse takes on their favourite bits of improv, why it’s stayed with them, and what impact it’s had on their career and the way they think about music.

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Ready to start improvising music? The first step in lea…

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Ready to start improvising music?

The first step in learning how to improvise is to understand a few musical basics. Fortunately, it’s not that difficult. With a little practice you will have this down in no time.

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The inner workings of the typical piano hide behind yards…

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The inner workings of the typical piano hide behind yards of carefully lacquered furniture.

As innovative concert pianist Sarah Nicolls collaborated with contemporary composers, she found herself exploring the sonic possibilities found inside the piano using various tools and body parts to produce otherworldly yet acoustic sounds.

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Want to gain an edge on playing your instrument, learning…

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Want to gain an edge on playing your instrument, learning new music and even writing songs?

Read on for guidance on how you can use audiation to improve each main aspect of being a musician.

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Have you ever struggled with improving your musicality? …

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Have you ever struggled with improving your musicality?

Explore 2 essential skills that will help you improve your pitch and tone.

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Few subjects in music have the same ominous portent as th…

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Few subjects in music have the same ominous portent as the phrase “reading music”.

Sadly, there are many of us who have nothing but bad memories on the subject, like a spectacle-wearing piano teacher forcing us to memorize the mnemonic “every good boy does fine”.

Here’s the deal…if you approach it in the right way, using clever strategies and keeping the process fun, you can be reading music inside of a week.

Ready to start? Let’s do this!

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Have there been moments in your musical life when you fel…

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Have there been moments in your musical life when you felt like a fraud or not “good enough”?

Even after people heard you perform, seemed to enjoy it and paid you a compliment – you still are not convinced and think “Yeah, but…”.

We have some great news for you. You are not alone, and you are probably a lot better than you give yourself credit for!

Founder of InterroBang, Hugh McElveen empowers communities to build better futures brings with problem-solving and sustainable decision-making skills.

Hugh has teamed up with Musical U to create The Ultimate Guide to Imposter Syndrome for Musicians.

If your musical struggle has ever maid you feel like a failure, grab this free ultimate guide and empower yourself with confidence – Today!

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