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multiple listens

What multiple listens can reveal about a song

July 25, 2019July 25, 2019 Michael Gallant

When learning a song or diving into ideas for music production, multiple listens to an inspiring track can help you discover arrangement and recording tricks that you can apply to your own music. Read the post.

These musicians were able to find band members using these 11 tips

11 ways to find band members

March 31, 2017June 7, 2022 Matt Davidson

If your goal is to find band members who are compatible with your musical style, personality, and work ethic – and who share similar short and long-term goals – these tips can help. Read More.

Last-minute bandmate

Last-minute bandmate – What to do when your key players can’t play the gig

February 23, 2016September 15, 2016 Michael Gallant

What if, hours before you play the gig of the year, your drummer ends up in the hospital with a stomach flu, or your bass player gets called out of town? Whether the issues are related to health or weather, business or family, life can sometimes interfere to prevent your key band mates from arriving where and when you need them. Read more.

Learn to listen and improve as a musician

Learn to listen and improve as a musician

January 27, 2016March 28, 2016 Michael Gallant

As a member of multiple musical projects, I’ve discovered that even when you feel like you don’t have time, there are ways to move forward musically, steps you can take to put yourself in the best position to deliver a great performance once you step on stage or behind the glass. One of the most effective? Learn to listen. Read more.

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