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musician trying to build a music career while working a desk job

How to build a music career (and hold down a day job)

November 29, 2022January 27, 2023 Tony van Veen

Here’s a seven-step plan to help you manage the practical reality of building a music career while living your “regular” life. Read the post.

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Why you need to rehearse your live performance

November 4, 2022November 4, 2022 Tony van Veen

Band rehearsals generally serve one of three purposes — and chances are you’re squandering this valuable time. Read the post.

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5 steps to building your online music brand

October 15, 2022October 15, 2022 Robert Brandl

To be successful, you need to establish a strong online music brand, no matter what kind of music you’re creating. Here are five things you need to consider when building yours. Read the post.

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To improve as a musician, you’ve got to measure and track your progress

September 23, 2022September 23, 2022 Jamie Andreas

Achieving vertical growth on your instrument requires a means of measuring and tracking progress in your music practice. Read the post.

stalled music career

These mistakes might be why your music career has stalled

September 9, 2022September 9, 2022 Bobby Borg

Before you look to paid services or third parties to solve your problems, look inside and recognize that sometimes a lack of success is on you. Read the post.

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Musical improvisation: how to make music in the moment

August 12, 2022August 12, 2022 Michael Gallant

Becoming fluent with musical improvisation is an attainable goal. Here are some tips to help you grow in that direction and to make your own music improv shine. Read the post.

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Three career lessons for independent musicians

August 9, 2022August 9, 2022 Bobby Borg

Making it as an independent musician is difficult enough without you getting in the way of your own success. These three anecdotes provide some real-life lessons for your music career. Read the post.

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How to practice your instrument to get results

July 14, 2022November 4, 2022 Jamie Andreas

Virtuoso guitarist and teacher Jamie Andreas delivers a technique that will help you improve your instrument skills so you can break through barriers and play like a pro. Read the post.

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Music business advice from an entertainment lawyer

July 6, 2022July 6, 2022 Bobby Borg

Entertainment lawyer Ben McLane sits with Bobby Borg to discuss three important topics bands need to consider in the new music age. Read the post.

Paul McCartney onstage

After the Beatles: Paul McCartney’s basslines

June 10, 2022June 10, 2022 Keith Hatschek and Robert Bassett

The genius of Paul McCartney’s basslines never wavered, but his choices as a bass player post-Beatles show his focus was ever more on the song and serving the vocal melody. Read the post.

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Be ready when musical inspiration strikes

June 7, 2022June 7, 2022 Michael Gallant

Remove all barriers between you and playing/recording your instrument so you can be ready the moment musical inspiration strikes. Read the post.

pianist stretching her musical limits

Find new ways to stretch your musical limits and develop a creative routine

May 16, 2022August 12, 2022 Michael Gallant

Choosing to turn your creativity into a regular routine can help you stretch your limits, sharpen your skills, and open the door for new career opportunities. Read the post.

young trio at band rehearsal

11 tips for better band rehearsals

May 5, 2022August 5, 2022 Bobby Borg

Band rehearsals are part of playing live music, and there are things you can do to ensure you’re making the most of your time. I’ve got 11 tips to get you on the right track. Read the post.

a look at Paul McCartney’s basslines

The genius of Paul McCartney’s basslines

April 26, 2022April 26, 2022 Keith Hatschek and Robert Bassett

Paul McCartney’s basslines are an integral part of the Beatles’ evolution from world-beating pop band to musical pioneers. We identify just what McCartney did to make his parts stand out from what other bassists were doing at the time. Read the post.

songwriter looking for songwriting inspiration

Finding inspiration for your songs

February 11, 2022March 25, 2022 Michael Gallant

Songs can be about anything, so why not look in unconventional places to find the creative spark your next song needs. Read the post.

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