“You can’t tell by looking at a piece of paper what some of the strengths and weaknesses really are.” –Kevin Kelly, hiring guru, quoted on Forbes.com In almost every field, job seekers who rise to the top of their applicant pools will be interviewed....
“Meaning is what matters most in your day-to-day practice.” –The Musician’s Way, p. 312 Might there exist people who devote themselves to music solely for material gain? I doubt it. Rather, it’s the psychic income that we derive from our work that we most...
The April/May issue of The Musician’s Way Newsletter features a unique collection of news, tips, inspiration, and resources. Ever have trouble carrying an instrument on board a U.S. plane? You’ll read about a new uniform policy that went into effect this year...
“If things get rocky, stay positive and engaged, and give your audience the best possible experience.” –The Musician’s Way, p. 189 Recall the last time that you were distracted during a performance: How did you cope? Onstage distractions are bound to...
“Make the most seemingly insignificant part feel good for the rest of the ensemble.” -Wynton Marsalis The Musician’s Way, p. 123 We musicians spend vast amounts of time practicing alone. But to make music collectively, we need skills beyond those we rely...