“Performing from memory can be a beautiful thing.” –The Musician’s Way, p. 82 As someone who has performed countless solos, I know the upsides and downsides of playing with or without a score. We musicians often debate whether to memorize or not, so...
“Take the action and the insight will follow.” –Anne Lamott, author The Musician’s Way, p. 107 Suppose that you want to start a creative project – compose a solo, write a song, design a logo, or whatever. You’ve done your research and set aside time to...
“Rich artistic futures await the musicians who are unafraid to cut loose from predictable moorings.” -The Musician’s Way, p. 109 The December/January edition of The Musician’s Way Newsletter looks into creativity-boosting strategies, low-cost CD/DVD production...
All musicians need websites to present their work to the world, attract concert presenters, and establish relationships with fans. The following guidelines will empower you to publish an effective site at low cost and regardless of your facility with technology. Build...
“The most difficult thing about being a musician these days is not talent. It’s sustainability.”* –Robert Sirota, former President Manhattan School of Music As Robert Sirota implies, hordes of music graduates struggle to sustain themselves in today’s scene....
