If I could sum up this year's practice theme on a post it note for myself, it would read: "get good at playing on the beat, stupid". I'd probably leave off the stupid, but you get the point- everybody could learn to be better at being on the beat. Here's what I'm doing to build my chops:
Read More1. Listen to all the songs back to back, without analyzing it.
I create a playlist of all the songs in Spotify, and listen to it on repeat while I do housework or other menial jobs.
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Read MoreSo you say you want to improve your practicing? Here’s what I do to up my practice technique, and get great results quickly:
Read MoreMusicians often spend hours practicing completely wrong. We practice as if we're fusion jazz session players, when our paid gigs are rocking out simple pop songs live. Here's how to bring your practicing into alignment:
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