I am someone who has a lot to say……….except when I need to say something that is deep seeded. For instance, I was at my brothers wedding last weekend, and I don’t believe that I told him that I loved him while I was there………good going, Amy.
So instead, I have decided to write a composition [...]
Alas…………..I’m preparing for an orchestra audition. It’s been a while since I have done this and am finding that I’m having to get my brain in gear. I’ve been greatly distracted in my pract…….oooo……oooo……how hard would it be to attach a starbucks cup holder to my baby grand piano?…….um……..sorry……practicing. If you are anything like me, [...]
Have you ever wondered how many of the famous musicians made it? What’s so different about them in particular? You do realize that there are hundreds of thousands of aspiring, talented musicians—-good one’s, that never make it out of waiting at Dennys? And that being said—why did Kanye make it?………because of his talent? Simple questions…….right? [...]
As you can see, I’ve been dealing with high anxiety surrounding musical instrument care. It really started a few months ago, when I opened my violin case to find that one of my bows had broken in half………..by itself……..without any warning signs. I still don’t know what to make of that. So, here it [...]
As if we thought it couldn’t be done……. Here is a very original take on Britney Spears, “Toxic.” Notice the Mel Brooks, “Young Frankenstein” violin solo in the intro……..what do you think that the musicians are saying by including it?
Ever since my parents bought my violin (it’s age is cir. 1840), I have been nervous. Nervous that I might do something to end the life of this prized possession. Periodically, I will look through a Shar catalog, looking for music supplies and find new and improved mounts purposed so that you can hang your [...]
Let’s face it…..musicians are mobile creatures……are we not? I was on the JetBlue website yesterday and saw that they had some cheeeeeep rates. Like $29.00. I was really surprised to see the low rates and thought that it was worth sharing–I don’t know about you but I am all about cheap airfare.
Here is a [...]
Curious? I found some VERY rough footage of an orchestra practice that Mrs Amy LOVED. The music is slightly reminiscent of the Mr. Holland’s Opus soundtrack. The composition that the orchestra is playing by Alexia Vassiliou.
Sqweeeeeeeeeeeeech. That’s the sound of me pulling my soap box to the front of the class. Today, I want to talk about the 10 worst habits musicians struggle with—always remember this post—steering clear of these mistakes will make you outstanding!
1. Avoiding Constructive Criticism—If you are a true musician, you have to be open [...]
Why yes, Craig Ferguson, it’s a free metronome. I found it online for all of you! You are just so welcome.
http://www.metronomeonline.com/
