Musician Articles

1). How To Set Up a Home Recording Studio By : BHJ
Studios fall into three basic categories, Home studios, Project studios and Commercial studios. It's pretty obvious what a home studio is. Many people working in the music industry, and even the TV and film industries, have their own studios at home. They put them in the spare room, the garage, the basement, an outhouse - even in a corner of a bedroom sometimes.
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2). Playing an Instrument to Beat the Mid-life Blues By : Sam Salmon
The answer to being happy once in your mid-thirties is to fill your life with the things you always wanted or thought you might one day have, just on a more realistic scale. Thus begins my quest for musicians to jam with.
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3). Connect with Your Body By : Linda Dessau
When we're in the creative flow, we can sometimes forget we even have a body, because our minds are exploding with color, sounds, words and images. But when unhealthy habits sap your body of its vitality and strength, your creativity and productivity will be sapped as well. What could be more frustrating than the interruption of your creative flow.
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4). Permission To Be An Artist - Granted! By : Linda Dessau
Since I've been offering Artist Retreat Day programs, I've been hearing a lot about the concept of "permission". Some artists who said yes to a retreat day shared that this was a much-needed structure to enable and empower them to FINALLY give themselves permission to take time for their creative work. Others just couldn't say yes, just couldn't give themselves permission.
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5). 6 Important Questions You Must Ask Management By : Jaci Rae
There are at least 6 important questions you must ask yourself when you are seeking representation.
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6). Know More About Violin By : James Hunt
The violin is a stringed instrument that you play by pulling a bow across the strings. It belongs to the stringed instrument family that contains the...
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7). Successful Performing Artist - The 20 Things you Need to Know By : Lynn Monk
As a "performing artist", you want to come across to your audience and other music business professionals as being reliable, and professional in your work. To do this, it is important to maintain a business ATTITUDE throughout all your stage shows, and when communicating with venue owners and staff. 1. Where possible, issue written contracts or letters of agreement in advance.
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8). What You Need to Know About Canadian Music and Musicians By : Kenny Auyoung
Sadly, most of us here in the U.S. are blissfully unaware of performers that don�t hail from one of the 50 states. Ask the average Joe on the street if they know of any Canadian musicians, and if you get any response, you�ll hear Celine Dion or Shania Twain, maybe even Bryan Adams or Neil Young. While these are certainly talented musicians in their own right, they certainly do not represent the breadth and depth of the Canadian music scene.
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9). A Place Called the Bla-Bla Caf� - Book Review By : write 2 right
A Place Called the Bla-Bla Caf� is a non-fiction book that will especially appeal to musicians and entertainers. This 237 page volume was self-published and written by Sandy Ross, one of the main entertainment coordinators for the Bla-Bla Caf� during the 11 years it provided a home and a welcoming family to the up-and-coming unsigned and undiscovered entertainers of the day.
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10). So You Want To Teach As A Private Music Tutor? By : Vicky Wilkinson
An Introduction for Musicians For many of today's musicians, working as a private music tutor has many benefits over working within an educational establishment. Firstly, you are a lot freer to choose where, when, and depending on how well you teach, WHO your students are. This will also let you continue whatever employment or other commitments you already have.
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11). How to Become a Successful Independent Artist or Songwriter By : Lynn Monk
By far the most important skill to have if you wish to become successful with anything, is ATTITUDE. An old Chinese proverb once said, "90% of the journey towards success is over once you have stepped outside your front door." The reason many people fail, is because they'd rather stay in and watch the TV. Of course, that first step outside is a philosophical one.
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12). The Benefit of Teaching Others to Play Drums By : Dan Brown
You never want to pass up an opportunity to teach someone else how to play drums, or even show them a cool groove or fill. Not only will you be robbing them, but you will also be robbing yourself.
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13). How To Market Your Music Online By : Kevin Sinclair
As a musician you know that marketing your work is extremely important if you want people to purchase your work. One particularly good way of marketing your music is through the Internet, though many musicians are left confused as to where they should start.
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14). Making the Most of Your Music Practice Time By : Kevin Sinclair
Many individuals enjoy learning how to play musical instruments. However, playing an instrument is not an easy endeavor. In fact, it takes a lot of practice to ensure that one can successfully play an instrument. If you play a musical instrument, and you want to develop a real talent in that instrument, you must practice consistently.
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15). How To Repair Your Guitar By : Kevin Sinclair
There is no doubt about it - the best way to have repairs made to your guitar is to take it to a professional guitar repairer. This is because most repairs necessary are way beyond the know-how of an amateur and if you try to fiddle around with it yourself you are likely to do even more damage.
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16). Beck - A Modern Musician And Poet Returns To The Stage By : Jay Nault
One of the more intriguing and mysterious figures in modern music is Beck, and he�s hitting the road this summer to provide more lasting memories for those lucky enough to attend his shows. Some would call Beck a musician, while others would label him as a poet. The general consensus, however, is that there is no label for Beck. Everyone who sees him and enjoys his music comes away with a different meaning and effect, and that trend will no doubt continue for the foreseeable future.
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17). How to get your Music Professionally Recorded for Free By : Lynn Monk
Generally, the first thing that springs to mind when you need to record a song, is to make enquiries with local recording studios. However, studio charges are generally based on an hourly rate that is often more than your day job pays you. Once you've saved enough money for this excursion, there are then further worries. Unless you are a regular visitor to recording studios, you may not quite know what to expect.
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18). Tips For The Solo Musician: Your recording studio By : Kevin Brown
Copyright 2006 Curse Buster Sound Every musician should have his, or her own recording studio. Just as each individual has chosen the instrument of their choice, on the same token, a recording studio is a must. Think of it as an ultimate tool for the perfection, and promotion of your musical career With today�s technology, there is no excuse for not having some kind of recording studio.
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19). Why Do Musicians Practice? By : Kevin Sinclair
A Musician who does not practice cannot really call themselves a musician. Anyone who loves their instrument and wants to make it part of their life should crave time to further master their art.
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20). How to Develop Your Drumming Weaknesses By : Dan Brown
Just like patting your head and rubbing your tummy, once you get the hang of doing multiple things at once on your drum set, it then only becomes a matter of practicing to develop your skills.
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21). Tips On How To Improve Your Songwriting By : Kevin Sinclair
Songwriting can be lucrative, but it can also provide a great creative outlet. Songwriting does not have to be difficult; just let the words flow from you. If you have something that you want to get out, then songwriting is a great venue.
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22). Bring Home the Music By : Kevin Sinclair
There is nothing more uplifting that can make your heart soar and touch your soul, than music. Now days music can be transformed to greater heights with the use of high-tech, well-equipped and hip recording studio.
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23). How to Record Your First Demo CD By : Kevin Sinclair
Recording a first demo CD is a big step in the direction of being a professional musician. It is not every day that an artist steps up and decides to present themselves professionally to the world, which in effect is what a demo CD really is.
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24). Musicians - Overcome Your Stagefright By : Kevin Sinclair
The lights go dim and there is a hush in the room. You hear your name, and your hearts does that familiar big thump. Then you feel it, your heart as it drops down into the depth of your stomach. You take a breath, and remember to exhale, eventually. Its time.
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25). You Can Learn To Play By Ear By : Kevin Sinclair
Did you know that there are many people who can naturally play by ear? Often they sing by ear as well. It is something that comes natural to them and they truly follow their ear when playing an instrument or singing vocals.
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