As we train our ears to perceive tension and release, we …

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As we train our ears to perceive tension and release, we gain deeper appreciation as we listen to music and greater mastery in composing, improvising, and playing by ear.

Learn how each scale degree sounds when we move from one chord to another in a chord progression.

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Want to actually succeed with playing by ear? We were sup…

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Want to actually succeed with playing by ear? We were super excited to speak with Ruth Power, the creator of Piano Picnic.

In this interview Ruth gives her top tips for playing by ear. You’re going to get a ton out of this episode!

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Interval ear training can be quite helpful for your music…

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Interval ear training can be quite helpful for your musical growth. But, many struggle to use the training in their real musical life apart from isolated interval exercises.

Here are a few ways to progress past this and really integrate your interval skills with the rest of your musical life

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🎶🎸🎙What is the pentatonic scale, and why is it so popular…

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🎶🎸🎙What is the pentatonic scale, and why is it so popular?

Learn about the inner mechanics of this scale, discover why its notes sound so consonant and natural together, and explore how you can use it to create beautiful melodies.

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I’m not tone deaf – so why can’t I sing? There are many…

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I’m not tone deaf – so why can’t I sing?

There are many aspects to having a “nice” singing voice, but the first thing to figure out is whether you have problems with pitch and tuning.

If you haven’t already, take a tone deafness test to ensure your ears are capable of letting you sing in tune. Because you know your ears can judge pitch well, you can now use them to evaluate your own voice.

Find out how in the article below:

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How well do you know your instrument? Regardless of whe…

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How well do you know your instrument?

Regardless of where you are on your musical journey, a key part of musicality is knowing your instrument. Enjoy this free lesson and open a new world of musicianship and performance.

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If you want a stone cold hit you need to write a four cho…

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If you want a stone cold hit you need to write a four chord song!

With so many chords to choose from, why do so many hit songs end up with the same four chords?

Click through and discover the secrets behind these four magical chords.

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Have you wished you could sing the songs you love – but t…

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Have you wished you could sing the songs you love – but thought it was impossible because you can’t sing in tune?

The good news is that you can learn to sing in tune – and it’s easier than you might think.

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