Music is Necessary – Scott Keever
Hey everyone – I’m a bit late in getting my Music Newsletter out to you all, but Holy Hannah, those of us in the … More Music is Necessary – Scott Keever »
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The Quiet Protest of Including Music by Black Composers in Our Teaching
Striving to create a racially equitable world can feel overwhelming until we discover a way that we, as individuals, can effect positive change. As … More The Quiet Protest of Including Music by Black Composers in Our Teaching »
Listening Closely to Great Performers
Over the past year, I have developed a fascination with listening to recordings of great musicians in slow-motion. In an audio software on my … More Listening Closely to Great Performers »
Finding An Instrument That Speaks To You
I didn’t plan on becoming a guitarist — in a way, it happened by chance. I was constantly surrounded by music growing up; when … More Finding An Instrument That Speaks To You »
We Are All Beginners
WE ARE ALL BEGINNERS by Diana Grasselli I’ve heard singers of all ages, levels and backgrounds expressing remorse that they are not further along … More We Are All Beginners »
Appreciate Music
My latest realization is that “there is no there!” We all set goals for ourselves as musicians. Why do we set these? Are we … More Appreciate Music »
A Note from Devin on the Benefits of Drumming
Hello, This week I’d just like to make a quick note about how drumming can be positive in many non-musical ways. Although it may … More A Note from Devin on the Benefits of Drumming »
Percussion and Hand Drum Lessons at Chanson Voice and Music Academy
Hello! As of June this year, I’ve been teaching percussion and hand drum lessons at Chanson Voice and Music Academy. As the Head of … More Percussion and Hand Drum Lessons at Chanson Voice and Music Academy »
Musical Theatre as a Profession
One of my students who wants to pursue Musical Theatre as a career asked me to answer a series of questions for her … More Musical Theatre as a Profession »
Rehearsal Attitudes
What’s my job Handling the stress Don’t judge Offer help nicely A lead is a leader When you’re ambitious and dedicated, when you … More Rehearsal Attitudes »