February 10, 2008
by Joe
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As I work on my research for my final project, I came across this gem from “The Science and Psychology of Music Performance: Creative Strategies for Teaching and Learning” by Parncutt & McPherson. If you are a practicing musician or … Continue reading
January 28, 2008
by Joe
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This is how I get Max to practice: Get my bass and his violin out. Ask Max to help me learn his pieces on the bass (i.e. Suzuki book 1, ABCs of Violin, Fiddle Magic, etc…) Play the piece he’s … Continue reading
November 30, 2007
by Joe
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Posted Yingwen’s performance of the Brahms Rhapsody Op.79 No.1 to YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9mctcYghN4
November 18, 2007
by Joe
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Over at the Peabody Double Bass blog I just noticed this excellent post on a technique to practice good intonation. This is like the double bassist’s version of Twister, and I bet would make an entertaining drinking game! Seriously though, … Continue reading
November 10, 2007
by Joe
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I’ve often thought much about efficiency when practicing music. I used to park myself in a practice room from dawn until midnight back at NEC and even before then. I would break my practice routines down into 15 minute increments, … Continue reading