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Learning an instrument can be frustrating. Writing music can be disheartening when you hit a wall and you don’t feel inspired. Having a bad experience on stage can be dissatisfying and negative feedback is often discouraging. And when you’re feeling down, you may think about quitting. Giving up. Doing something else. But you shouldn’t quit. …
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On September 17, 2013, saxophonist Steve Cole will release Pulse, a 10-song mix of R&B, smooth jazz, gospel and pop. The album, which will be released on Artistry music, was co-produced by Cole and fellow sax player David Mann. The album opens with the title track, “Pulse,” co-written with up and coming keyboardist Nicolas Cole …
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Teen Jazz has teamed up with the Rheuben Allen Education Foundation to offer its US readers (between the ages of 7-15) the chance to fulfill their dreams of owning and playing their very own saxophone. I mean, who doesn’t want a free saxophone? The Grand Prize Winner will get a NEW Rheuben Allen “Young Artist …
The first milestone I’d like to share with you kind of snuck up on me! I had the date set in my calendar and when the reminder popped up on my computer, my first thought was “already?!” It’s amazing that it’s already been an entire year since I revived Teen Jazz and I’m so happy …
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1. Wyzant Wyzant helps students find teachers in almost any subject, music being just one (you can also find a music history or theory teacher through Wyzant too). Find a Music Tutor (affiliate link) at Wyzant. 2. Lesson Face Lesson Face connects students with teachers online for through video conferences on the Lesson Face dashboard. …
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This is a guest post by Dana Brenklin. See our guest poster’s profile below. I’ve waited anxiously since the release of the first single of the Dave Koz & Friends Summer Horns album and the classic album is finally here and this is what I have say about it. Get Dave Koz and Friends Summer …
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When buying a new instrument, there are countless options that can make the decision process overwhelming. Here are a few tips to help make that process a bit easier. Figure out how much you can spend on a new instrument This is an important thing to consider. If you’re just starting out, it doesn’t make …
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On July 16, 2013 Grammy Award Winning keyboardist and producer George Duke released Dreamweaver, a project that celebrates the life of his wife Corine. The album was released through Heads Up and it features 15 tracks that focus on Duke’s strengths as an instrumentalist, taking listeners on a tour of his diverse musical background. The …
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On his latest release, Jeff Golub collaborated with keyboardist Brian Auger to create Train Keeps a Rolling, a collection of 11 original compositions and covers in the soul, jazz, blues and rock styles. Train Keeps a Rolling is due for release on August 13, 2013 through Entertainment One Music. It is his 12th record as …
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1. Stereo Poster StereoPoster is an interactive concert poster that allows artists or promoters to include images and sound clips along with links to purchase tickets to an event. It is currently free to use. 2. Patreon Patreon is a new way to do fan funding. Rather than focusing on a large project, Patreon allows …
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