“Concerts need contrast – and lots of it.” -The Musician’s Way, p. 210 In previous articles, I’ve explored avenues to design concert programs that can attract diverse audiences. In this post, I offer tips to construct attractive programs primarily using...
“Memorable concerts don’t merely deliver what’s expected; they also take audiences beyond what they can envision.” -The Musician’s Way, p. 211 We musicians have it in our power to attract hordes of enthusiastic fans. And one of the most effective ways we can do so is...
“I’m always thinking about creating. My future starts when I wake up every morning. …Every day I find something creative to do with my life.” -Miles Davis, trumpeter and composer (The Musician’s Way, p. 309) Thanks to the code-happy primates at...
“Beware of missing chances; otherwise it may be altogether too late some day.” –Franz Liszt [Updated: Oct. 2018] October 22, 2011 marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of Franz Liszt. Although best known for his virtuosity as a pianist, beyond being a superstar...
“To make the most of a performance, the key is to be open to your experience and to discover new things in both the music and yourself.” The Musician’s Way, p. 208 The April/May edition of The Musician’s Way Newsletter looks into career-building strategies, new...
