Can You Learn to Play a Musical Instrument Without Formal Training?
Can You Learn to Play a Musical Instrument Without Formal Training?
16 Oct 2024 11:23
Can You Learn to Play a Musical Instrument Without Formal Training?
1 Oct 2024 19:06
If you have ever compared the difficulty levels of playing specific instruments over others to determine the type of instrument you want to play or just out of curiosity, here are some ideas to consider.
14 Sept 2024 11:40
So many questions have been asked of me recently that point to the fact that many people wish they had learned to play an instrument or had continued taking lessons.
14 Sept 2024 11:31
Practicing, Playing a Concert, and Repeating the Process
14 Sept 2024 11:13
It is common knowledge that to accomplish anything, we need to place our focus and attention on it. And playing a musical instrument is no different.
14 Sept 2024 10:51
Personal preparedness yields excellent results for musicians in most circumstances. But there comes a time in a musician's life when things do not transpire on stage, even when someone practices diligently on their pieces.
14 Sept 2024 10:32
Practicing a musical instrument calls for long hours is a given. How much time you need to practice depends on your age, the number of years you have been playing, and your instrument. For that, you need to consult your instructor.
10 Sept 2024 11:45
Exercising positive thinking is as valuable in music as in all other aspects of our lives.
9 Sept 2024 19:41
Playing and practicing takes a great deal of effort and time from a person.Sometimes, one has to be ready to put things to rest and energize, regroup one's thoughts, and come back to playing with a rejuvenated and healthy attitude.
8 Sept 2024 12:21
When I began teaching my younger daughter to play the cello, she made it clear to me in her way that she was not interested. Five minutes into the lesson, she would say, "Mommy, can we do this tomorrow?"
8 Sept 2024 12:06
Self-care is integral to being a musician, as playing an instrument takes energy and requires the instrumentalist or the singer to be in good health and practice nurturing habits in their daily diets. While this holds true for all individuals and professions, I have encountered some issues as a musician. Also, this post does not claim to be a scientific study or does not include medical advice; it is meant as a reminder for ourselves as musicians to take care of our personal needs well before we consider our daily practice routines.
7 Sept 2024 21:03
Whether you have already begun playing a new musical piece or are about to start learning one, it is noteworthy to ask yourself several questions. Your teacher, instructor, or professor might already provide you with some background about the piece. However, researching a musical work can illuminate how it should be performed. Of course, having more information about a piece will not replace good old practicing. However, acquiring more knowledge about the composer, the period he lived in, and the reasons he composed that work can only assist you in mastering the piece.