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New musicality video:

Feeling overwhelmed by all the information about what to practice?

This is the fifth, and last, in a special series of episodes on how to tackle the biggest sticking points in your music learning. We recently surveyed our audience to learn about their experiences with music practice. The results were astounding! Across several hundred responses, we found a handful of really common and painfully frustrating practice issues – including, “How can I know what to practice?” http://musl.ink/pod236

To answer these big burning questions, we invited Gregg Goodhart, The Learning Coach, back on the show. Gregg is a leading expert on how to apply all of the latest scientific research and understanding of how the brain learns to skill acquisition, including in music.

Learn what to focus your music practice on in this episode.

Watch the episode: http://musl.ink/pod236

Links and Resources

Learn Music Faster : http://learnmusicfaster.com/

Gregg Goodhart – Learning Coach : https://ggoodhart.com/

What is a Practiclass? Sax, cello, guitar, The Learn Like A Genius Institute : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZXgniuj0u4

Learn Like A Genius – Piano Practiclass (Full), Houston, TX with Gregg Goodhart : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pb5w5jBPDEI

How to Learn Like a Genius, with Gregg Goodhart : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/how-to-learn-like-a-genius-with-gregg-goodhart/

The Truth About Talent, with Professor Anders Ericsson : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/truth-talent-professor-anders-ericsson/

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi – Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience : https://www.amazon.com/Flow-Psychology-Experience-Perennial-Classics/dp/0061339202

Carol S. Dweck – Mindset: The New Psychology of Success : https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322

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Practice Q&A [5/5] How To Spend Practice Time And Prevent Overwhelm

New musicality video:

Have you lost your motivation for practice?

This is the fourth in a special series of episodes on how to tackle the biggest sticking points in your music learning. We recently surveyed our audience to learn about their experiences with music practice. The results were astounding! Across several hundred responses, we found a handful of really common and painfully frustrating practice issues – including, “I feel bad because I don’t practice enough” http://musl.ink/pod235

To answer these big burning questions, we invited Gregg Goodhart, The Learning Coach, back on the show. Gregg is a leading expert on how to apply all of the latest scientific research and understanding of how the brain learns to skill acquisition, including in music.

After watching this episode you’ll regain your enthusiasm for learning music.

Watch the episode: http://musl.ink/pod235

Links and Resources

Learn Music Faster : http://learnmusicfaster.com/

Gregg Goodhart – Learning Coach : https://ggoodhart.com/

What is a Practiclass? Sax, cello, guitar, The Learn Like A Genius Institute : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZXgniuj0u4

Learn Like A Genius – Piano Practiclass (Full), Houston, TX with Gregg Goodhart : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pb5w5jBPDEI

How to Learn Like a Genius, with Gregg Goodhart : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/how-to-learn-like-a-genius-with-gregg-goodhart/

The Truth About Talent, with Professor Anders Ericsson : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/truth-talent-professor-anders-ericsson/

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi – Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience : https://www.amazon.com/Flow-Psychology-Experience-Perennial-Classics/dp/0061339202

Carol S. Dweck – Mindset: The New Psychology of Success : https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322

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Practice Q&A [4/5] How To Stay Consistent – Without Discipline

New musicality video:

Struggling to get that complex section up to tempo?

This is the third in a special series of episodes on how to tackle the biggest sticking points in your music learning. We recently surveyed our audience to learn about their experiences with music practice. The results were astounding! Across several hundred responses, we found a handful of really common and painfully frustrating practice issues – including, “How do I break through plateaus?” http://musl.ink/pod234

To answer these big burning questions, we invited Gregg Goodhart, The Learning Coach, back on the show. Gregg is a leading expert on how to apply all of the latest scientific research and understanding of how the brain learns to skill acquisition, including in music.

Enjoy this episode and unclock your music learning super powers!

Watch the episode: http://musl.ink/pod234

Links and Resources

Learn Music Faster : http://learnmusicfaster.com/

Gregg Goodhart – Learning Coach : https://ggoodhart.com/

What is a Practiclass? Sax, cello, guitar, The Learn Like A Genius Institute : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZXgniuj0u4

Learn Like A Genius – Piano Practiclass (Full), Houston, TX with Gregg Goodhart : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pb5w5jBPDEI

How to Learn Like a Genius, with Gregg Goodhart : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/how-to-learn-like-a-genius-with-gregg-goodhart/

The Truth About Talent, with Professor Anders Ericsson : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/truth-talent-professor-anders-ericsson/

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi – Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience : https://www.amazon.com/Flow-Psychology-Experience-Perennial-Classics/dp/0061339202

Carol S. Dweck – Mindset: The New Psychology of Success : https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322

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Practice Q&A [3/5] How To Conquer Tricky Sections And Break Through Plateaus

New musicality video:

Can you get results from only 10-15 minutes of practice?

This is the second in a special series of episodes on how to tackle the biggest sticking points in your music learning. We recently surveyed our audience to learn about their experiences with music practice. The results were astounding! Across several hundred responses, we found a handful of really common and painfully frustrating practice issues – including, “How do I get the most results out of my practice time?” http://musl.ink/pod233

To answer these big burning questions, we invited Gregg Goodhart, The Learning Coach, back on the show. Gregg is a leading expert on how to apply all of the latest scientific research and understanding of how the brain learns to skill acquisition, including in music.

In this episode you’ll learn a 3-step process you can use to get the most out of every minute of your practice. Start supercharging your learning today!

Watch the episode: http://musl.ink/pod233

Links and Resources

Learn Music Faster : http://learnmusicfaster.com/

Gregg Goodhart – Learning Coach : https://ggoodhart.com/

What is a Practiclass? Sax, cello, guitar, The Learn Like A Genius Institute : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZXgniuj0u4

Learn Like A Genius – Piano Practiclass (Full), Houston, TX with Gregg Goodhart : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pb5w5jBPDEI

How to Learn Like a Genius, with Gregg Goodhart : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/how-to-learn-like-a-genius-with-gregg-goodhart/

The Truth About Talent, with Professor Anders Ericsson : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/truth-talent-professor-anders-ericsson/

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi – Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience : https://www.amazon.com/Flow-Psychology-Experience-Perennial-Classics/dp/0061339202

Carol S. Dweck – Mindset: The New Psychology of Success : https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322

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Practice Q&A [2/5] How To Get Maximum Results In Minimum Time, with Gregg Goodhart

New musicality video:

Do you have enough time to practice your music?

This is the first in a special series of episodes on how to tackle the biggest sticking points in your music learning. We recently surveyed our audience to learn about their experiences with music practice. The results were astounding! Across several hundred responses, we found a handful of really common and painfully frustrating practice issues – like, “How do I find time for music?”

To answer these big burning questions, we invited Gregg Goodhart, The Learning Coach, back on the show. Gregg is a leading expert on how to apply all of the latest scientific research and understanding of how the brain learns to skill acquisition, including in music. In this episode, we talk about what to do if you feel like there’s never enough time for practicing music.

After this episode, you may well find time that you didn’t even know existed, as well as ways to supercharge the time that you do have for practicing, and get better results faster.

Watch the episode:

Links and Resources

Learn Music Faster : http://learnmusicfaster.com/

Gregg Goodhart – Learning Coach : https://ggoodhart.com/

What is a Practiclass? Sax, cello, guitar, The Learn Like A Genius Institute : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZXgniuj0u4

Learn Like A Genius – Piano Practiclass (Full), Houston, TX with Gregg Goodhart : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pb5w5jBPDEI

How to Learn Like a Genius, with Gregg Goodhart : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/how-to-learn-like-a-genius-with-gregg-goodhart/

The Truth About Talent, with Professor Anders Ericsson : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/truth-talent-professor-anders-ericsson/

Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi – Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience : https://www.amazon.com/Flow-Psychology-Experience-Perennial-Classics/dp/0061339202

Carol S. Dweck – Mindset: The New Psychology of Success : https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322

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Practice Q&A 1 5 How To Find More Music Practice Time

New musicality video:

We’re joined by violinist and Suzuki pedagogue, Laura Nerenberg. Laura is founder of Rideau Falls Violins where she teaches based on the principle that all children are born with the potential to develop a high level of instrument ability and creative ability. http://musl.ink/pod231

Laura shares the inspiring story of how she learned to combine improvisation and classical violin – and how improvisation has impacted her teaching.

In this conversation we talk about:

– Laura’s upbringing learning violin with the Suzuki method – and some of the myths and misconceptions people have about Suzuki’s ear-based approach.

– How Laura didn’t realize until later in life that she had learned a lot about improvisation growing up with a jazz-pianist father.

– The Creative Ability Development framework which empowers learners to improvise from the outset, and in a way that focuses on listening and personal expression.

Even if you’ve never improvised, or you’re an avid improviser keen to learn more, you’re going to love this conversation.

Watch the episode: http://musl.ink/pod231

Links and Resources

Laura Nerenberg – Rideau Falls Violins : http://laura-nerenberg.squarespace.com/

Laura Nerenberg with Triptych Piano Trio – Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/triptychpianotrio/

Shinichi Suzuki – Nurtured By Love : https://www.amazon.com/Nurtured-Love-Classic-Approach-Education/dp/0874875846

Suzuki Association : https://suzukiassociation.org/

Alice Kanack – Kanack School Of Musical Artistry : http://kanack.org/alice-kanack/

Art of Improvisation Workshops : https://www.musicforpeople.org/wp/events-music-improvisation-workshops/art-of-improvisation-2020/

David Darling : https://www.daviddarling.com/

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Creative Improv for Classical Musicians, with Laura Nerenberg

New musicality video:

We are delighted to bring you another inspiring edition of Pathways. In this special series of episodes you’ll hear the stories of music-learners just like you, reaching out and lending each other a hand on our musical journeys. We’re joined by Joanne Cooper, a longstanding member of Musical U, who has particular expertise in a piece of software called Band In A Box. http://musl.ink/pod230

Joanne’s musical life has never been the same since she started using Band in a Box. She went from writing zero songs to writing and covering hundreds of songs! She has learned a lot of valuable lessons along the way, so we were excited to have Joanne on the show to share her musical journey.

In this conversation Joanne shares:

– How Band In A Box made a life-changing impact on her song-writing and musical performance.

– How she used performing with backing tracks as a stepping stone to accompanying herself.

– The simple and specific song-writing process you can try if you’re just starting out.

If you’ve never tried song writing, are nervous performing, or you’ve never come across the Band In A Box software, this episode will enlighten you.

Have you picked up useful ideas or techniques in your own musical journey so far that you think could inspire or help others on their path of exploring their musicality? Get in touch by dropping an email to hello@musicalitynow.com! We are always looking for new guests for Pathways and would love to share your story next.

Watch the episode: http://musl.ink/pod230

Links and Resources

Joanne Cooper Online : https://www.joannecooper.co.za/home

Joanne Cooper – First Song with Band-in-a-Box for Windows video course : https://www.joannecooper.co.za/online-courses

Band-in-a-Box 101: A beginners guide to making and performing with Band-in-a-Box backing tracks by Joanne Cooper : https://www.joannecooper.co.za/ebooks

How To Make A Backing Track, with Joanne Cooper : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/how-to-make-a-backing-track-with-joanne-cooper/

How To Make A Backing Track with Band-in-a-Box YouTube Video : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqGvnE1HNqo

Band-in-a-Box for Windows and Mac : https://www.joannecooper.co.za/band-in-a-box

Joanne’s Extensive Playlists of Videos on YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/user/JoanneCooperSA/playlists

Musicality Now – About the I, IV, V and vi Chords : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/about-the-i-iv-v-and-vi-chords/

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Pathways: Joanne Cooper

New musicality video:

Right now, millions of people around the world are choosing to stay in and help prevent the spread of COVID-19. In this challenging and unprecedented time, Musical U’s priority is to provide new free training daily to keep you engaged, excited, and learning during your extra time at home. We’re continuing to collaborate with world-class music educators to bring you everything you need to continue honing your musicality in this time. http://musl.ink/pod229

In this interview, Brent Vaartstra of Learn Jazz Standards and the Passive Income Musician podcast shares his four “defaults”: mindset ideas for getting through this difficult time while staying positive and connected through music.

He talks about:

– The power of gratitude and how to focus on the things you’re grateful for on a daily basis.

– The impact of generosity, and ways to volunteer and donate your resources.

– The importance of community engagement.

– Goal-setting, and how to take this time to invest in your dreams.

– Recognizing the activities and routines that will help you make the most of every day.

Brent’s “defaults” are the perfect antidote to the unusual circumstances we have found ourselves in – his ideas are as helpful for your daily well-being as they are for your musicality. Enjoy!

Watch the episode: http://musl.ink/pod229

Links and Resources

Learn Jazz Standards : https://www.learnjazzstandards.com/

Learn Jazz Standards podcast : https://www.learnjazzstandards.com/ljs-podcast/

Passive Income Musician podcast : https://passiveincomemusician.com/category/podcast/

How to Stop Doubting and Start Performing, with Brent Vaartstra : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/how-to-stop-doubting-and-start-performing-with-brent-vaartstra/

An Ear for Jazz, with Brent Vaartstra : https://www.musical-u.com/learn/an-ear-for-jazz-with-brent-vaartstra/

The Sedona Method: Your Key to Lasting Happiness, Success, Peace and Emotional Well-Being by Hale Dwoskin : https://www.amazon.com/Sedona-Method-Happiness-Emotional-Well-Being/dp/0971933413

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Four “Defaults” For Positivity And Success, with Brent Vaartstra (Learn Jazz Standards)

New musicality video:

We’re excited to have Zach VanderGraaff, the founder of Dynamic Music Room, on the show. Mr. V (as his students like to call him) is a K-5 music teacher who’s developed his own teaching philosophy drawing on the Kodály approach. http://musl.ink/pod228

Zach shares many of our core beliefs here at Musical U. He believes that “talent” is a myth, that music learning can and should be enjoyable, that the learning process should feel musical, that it’s more effective to learn together with others, and much more.

In this conversation you’ll hear about:

– Zach’s own first experience of playing by ear – and why he was frustrated by his family being impressed.

– The key difference between the elementary music teaching Zach does and the more common approaches you may be familiar with.

– The three core concepts on which Zach bases his teaching – and how you can apply each in your own music learning.

You will be fascinated by just how much you can learn from the world of children’s music education. Enjoy this episode and make your music journey more fun and effective.

Watch the episode: http://musl.ink/pod228

Links and Resources

Dynamic Music Room – https://dynamicmusicroom.com/

Dynamic Music Room Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Dynamic-Music-Room-105448370881163/

Designing for Joyful Learning, with Anne Mileski – https://www.musical-u.com/learn/designing-for-joyful-learning-with-anne-mileski/

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Authentic, Engaging, Cooperative Learning, with Zach VanderGraaff (The Dynamic Music Room)

New musicality video:

This is Christopher Sutton from Musical U, and this will be a special short announcement episode to invite you to Stay In – and Play On.

http://musl.ink/pod227

If you’re reading this then you’re well aware of the current situation with the worldwide pandemic of COVID-19.

And if you’re like most in our community at Musical U then faced with that prospect of staying in for several weeks ahead, you’re quickly turning to music as a rock you can rely on. Music can be an incredible force for keeping our spirits high, helping us stay connected with one another, inspiring us to hope and be thankful.

And with the opportunity to spend more time on our music learning it even offers a possible silver lining, that we can come out of this situation with new and better skills, feeling more musical, eager to go out there and enjoy performing and collaborating at a new level once life returns to normal.

So to help you stay musical and stay connected we’ve put together a special page at StayInPlayOn.com which we’ll be updating as new opportunities come about.

Listen to the episode: http://musl.ink/pod227

Links and Resources:

Stay In. Play On! : http://stayinplayon.com/

Musical U Friends Page : https://www.musical-u.com/friends/

Free Daily Music Masterclasses : https://secure.musical-u.com/mar20-btn

Learn Jazz Standards : https://www.learnjazzstandards.com/

Sara Campbell : https://sarasmusicstudio.com/

Ultimate Music Theory : https://ultimatemusictheory.com/

Bradley Sowash : https://bradleysowash.com/

Tim Topham : https://topmusic.co/

Anne Mileski : https://anacrusic.com/

Melody Payne : https://melodypayne.com/

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Stay In. Play On!