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acoustic piano

Acoustic piano on stage and in the studio

May 16, 2019May 16, 2019 Michael Gallant

While an acoustic piano may be the preference for a studio or live gig, it’s not always the most practical choice. Here are tuning tips and suggestions for alternatives when it comes to providing piano for your next gig. Read the post.

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Dress the part: Choosing the right outfit for the gig

April 9, 2019April 9, 2019 Michael Gallant

When you take the stage, the music comes first — but wearing the right outfit can play a small (or not so small) part in helping you give a performance your music deserves. Read the post.

playing at Carnegie Hall

Playing at Carnegie Hall … with five days’ notice

February 14, 2019February 14, 2019 Michael Gallant

When I had the opportunity to be playing at Carnegie Hall with the great Wouter Kellerman, I had to say yes. With the gig five days away, thoughtful, strategic practicing helped get the music where it needed to be in a short amount of time. Read the post.

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Mirror, mirror: How watching yourself perform can elevate your music

January 15, 2019January 15, 2019 Michael Gallant

Watching yourself in a mirror while you perform or practice can help you elevate your music and performance, so find opportunities to gaze while you play and learn from what you see. Read the post.

live music gigs

The strange and wonderful world of live music gigs

January 3, 2019January 3, 2019 Chris Huff

Heartwarming stories, insane stories, tragic stories — anyone who has spent a life playing music has them. Whether a performer, manager, roadie… live music gigs are too unpredictable for there not to be some weirdness. Read the post

what to charge for a music gig

What to charge for a music gig, Part II

November 30, 2018November 30, 2018 Michael Gallant

Consider your own financial needs when it comes to working and pricing appropriately when someone asks, “What do you charge for a music gig?” Read the post.

charge for a music gig

What do you charge for a music gig? Part I

November 16, 2018April 15, 2019 Michael Gallant

When a potential client asks, “what do you charge?” for a music gig or service, it’s not always easy to know what to say. Here are some guidelines to help you quote with confidence. Read the post.

A guitarist using skill in order to make money.

Five ways to make money as a professional guitar player

October 17, 2018February 22, 2019 Jon Fellowes

If earning a living as a professional guitar player is your dream, it means establishing a stable and regular income, probably from multiple sources. Read the post.

song structure

Studying song structure can help you learn new material quickly

April 27, 2018April 27, 2018 Michael Gallant

Strategies that involve focused listening and practice are key to learning new material quickly, and looking closely at song structure can lessen the amount of time it takes you to get from first listen to a strong, quality performance. Read the post.

learn new music

8 tips to help you learn new music … fast

April 19, 2018April 27, 2018 Michael Gallant

If you’re in a situation where you have to learn lots of new music in a very short time, these tips can help you develop a strategy so you can tackle the task and perform with confidence. Read the post.

A musician dealing with music performance anxiety.

The art of detachment: Managing music performance anxiety

March 15, 2018November 6, 2018 Marc Gelfo

Whatever happens on stage, you can take it in stride if you remain detached from specific outcomes. Here are four thoughtful tips for managing music performance anxiety. Read More.

Star-Spangled Banner

The Star-Spangled Banner: how to sing it right

March 5, 2018April 13, 2020 Scott McCormick

A performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” can be a powerful musical experience when done right and a national embarrassment if things go wrong. Consider this advice if you’re ever called to perform it. Read the post.

broadcasting live gigs

Broadcasting live gigs – platforms for music broadcasts reviewed

February 5, 2018March 23, 2020 Chris Huff

Platforms for broadcasting live gigs include Facebook Live, Periscope, YouTube, YouNow, ConcertWindow, StageIt, and Gigee. They are not all created equal. Read More.

play gigs for free

Should you play gigs for free?

December 27, 2017December 27, 2017 Craig Kelley

“Should my band play gigs for free?” has been asked a million times. Is any gig worth playing for free? Is it better not to play at all? Read More.

talent buyer McMurtry

How to get the attention of a talent buyer or booking agent

November 15, 2017January 16, 2018 Keith Hatschek

You’ve put together a great set of music and you’re ready to perform. How do you make a connection and impress a talent buyer to book you for a high-profile gig? Read More.

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