Listening from the Perspective of Possibility: How One Teacher Changed My Relationship with Music
“Music, like all true art, is an experience to be shared, not judged, for blame can not make it worse, as praise can not make it better,” my guitar teacher explained, borrowing
Why Does Singing Feel Good?
I have always been curious as to why I wanted to sing. What led me to this path I am currently on? And why am I so driven by emotions when it comes to this specific art form? So I
Visualization in Music Practice
Let’s do a little experiment. Sit down and close your eyes. Now I want you to think of the hardest piece of music you know. When you are ready, play through that piece in your mi
How to Tune Your Violin
In these videos, Philly Music Lessons violin teacher Jenny Hackbarth teaches us how to tune the violin using the tuning pegs and the fine tuners. https://youtu.be/R8bzNpD4Zgs
Beginner Jazz Coordination: A Game Plan
My introduction to jazz coordination was sort of a trial by fire thing. I was a young student at the Armed Forces School of Music, fresh out of Basic Training, and as green as my u
Finding Your voice in Song
Many people are intrigued by the art of song and the beauty of the singing voice. For some, singing can come naturally, but for others it may be their life’s work to create the b
Piano Lessons Online
Are you wondering how piano lessons work online? In this video, Philly Music Lessons piano teacher Gabriel Rebolla walks you through different tools and features he uses to enhance
How to Play Slash Chords
Part 1: What are Slash Chords? You see them in almost every piece of music, they’re plastered all over the internet. Yet, most guitar players have no idea what they
The Effectiveness of Online Lessons
A Music Teacher’s Journey in a Socially Distanced World: Online Music Lessons
10 Techniques For Developing A Musical Practice
By Nicholas Krolak A musician’s performance on stage is a direct expression of the time and energy spent in the practice room. Therefore, having a clear and effective practice st