Monthly Archives: May 2017

Quick Performance Tip – Getting on Stage

Posted on May 2, 2017 by David Motto

Know how you’re getting on and off stage. Make sure there’s a path so you can actually get where you need to be – even in the dark.

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Quick Practice Tip – Short Bursts of Effort

Posted on May 2, 2017 by David Motto

Short, focused bursts of effort always beat out long attempts of trying over and over and over to accomplish the task. Spending too much time on one thing leads to boredom and frustration (and you stop learning).

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Quick Rehearsal Tip – Plan Ahead

Posted on May 2, 2017 by David Motto

Agree to a plan ahead of time. Even if the plan is “let’s jam and see what happens,” everyone will want to know that this is how you’re going to spend your time together.

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May 2017 Music Goals

Posted on May 1, 2017 by David Motto

Monthly Goals for May 2017 It’s May 1st. The beginning of a new month. If you haven’t already put your music goals together for the month, spend a couple minutes today writing out these goals. Keep the written goals somewhere … Continue reading →

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