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Mojo welcomes Kris back to the show and discusses his upcoming presentation at the NAMM Show. They talk about the powerful team of tech companies supporting their efforts and the adaptive technology for music, specifically for students with motor-scale issues. They also mention the possibility of recording the presentation. The conversation then shifts to the Heroes of Music Fundraiser and an interview with Rocky. They emphasize the importance of supporting local music and wrap up the show with a discussion about the snowstorm in Vancouver.

In the show's interview, Mojo interviews Rocky Riobo, a professional musician, about his new music. They also discuss the impact of cancer on Mojo's life and how Rocky's teaching style has evolved over the years. They talk about the benefits of having a professional musician as a teacher and the importance of students attending their teacher's performances. The conversation concludes with a discussion of Rocky's new tracks and a reminder to check the show notes for links to his music.

Takeaways

• Having a professional musician as a teacher can provide unique insights and experiences for students.
• Attending a teacher's performances can be inspiring and motivational for students.
• Personal experiences, such as overcoming cancer, can lead to unexpected positive outcomes.
• Memorization techniques, such as using numbers, can be helpful in learning music.

Here are Rocky's links....

https://www.rockyriobomusic.com

Facebook @rockyriobomusic

https://www.facebook.com/rockyriobomusic?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Instagram @rockyriobomusic

https://www.instagram.com/rockyriobomusic?igsh=NDVuZzYxZGFqaHVs&utm_source=qr

@rockyandthegems

https://www.instagram.com/rockyandthegems?igsh=aGhxbTYweHJrcWUw&utm_source=qr

TikTok @rockyriobomusic

https://www.tiktok.com/@rockyriobomusic?_t=8j4HqzM5HNO&_r=1

YouTube @rockyriobomsuic

https://youtube.com/@rockyriobomusic?si=h-dst_0gOhTTdDt3

https://linktr.ee/therelevatorsofficial

In this conversation, Mojo Kemp interviews Mariah Mennie, a musician and composer, about her musical journey and experiences. Mariah shares her background growing up in a creative family and her early exposure to music. She discusses the importance of learning to read music and the challenges she faced in developing this skill. Mariah also talks about her first performance with an orchestra and the impact it had on her. She shares her thoughts on dealing with mistakes and imposter syndrome as a musician. Finally, Mariah discusses her decision to pursue music education and composition. In this conversation, Mariah Mennie, a composer and music teacher, discusses her journey in finding her creative strengths and pursuing a career in composition. She shares her experiences with imposter syndrome and the challenges faced by women in the male-dominated field of composition. Mariah also talks about the importance of music education and her passion for teaching. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the need to overcome self-doubt and embrace the creative process.

Takeaways

• Learning to read music is an important skill for musicians as it allows them to access a wider range of musical knowledge and learn from different composers and styles.
• Mistakes are a natural part of the learning process and should be embraced as opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Comparing oneself to others can be detrimental to one's musical journey and it is important to focus on developing one's own unique voice and expression.
• Music education and exposure to different music cultures can broaden one's understanding and appreciation of music.
• Imposter syndrome is common among musicians and artists, but it is important to recognize one's own accomplishments and value as a creative individual. Acknowledge and embrace your unique creative strengths.
• Persistence and determination are key to achieving your goals.
• Imposter syndrome affects even the most accomplished individuals, but it can be overcome.
• Promoting music education is essential for nurturing future musicians and composers.

If you want to check out Mariah's website, here's the link:
https://www.mariahmennie.ca/

In this electrifying episode of Everybody Speaks Music, Kris sits down with a true Renaissance soul, Jeremy McKay. A Canadian yo-yo champion, lifelong musician, and dedicated educator, Jeremy's story is as unique as it is inspiring. 

From the get-go, this episode delves into Jeremy's multi-faceted world. A master of multiple disciplines, Jeremy and Kris explore the essence of great teaching. What does it take to inspire and educate? Jeremy shares his insights, honed not only through his music but also his yo-yo mastery and decades of experience as a public educator.

Hear what Jeremy learned from studying under five different vocal teachers and how he was able to rehabilitate his voice.

Jeremy's story takes a remarkable turn as he opens up about his resilience in the face of career-ending injuries. How did he bounce back? What lessons did he learn along the way? 

For those balancing the worlds of athleticism and music, Jeremy's insights are a goldmine. Navigating the paths of both an athlete and a musician can be a challenging tightrope walk, but Jeremy offers relatable perspectives and strategies .

 Jeremy McKay's story is a testament to the boundless possibilities of human potential. Tune in, get inspired, and join us as we dive into an extraordinary mind.

Jeremy's Links:

Free learn to yoyo course
https://www.mryoyothrower.com/

Use "Musicismagic" for a 15% discount to buy one of my yoyos
https://raincityskills.com/

My books and Coloring books including my latest "Music is Magic"
https://www.jdmckay.com/

Harmonica Recommendation  - I suggest starting with a Honer Special 20 (get them anywhere online) or Kongshen Amazing 20 (Aliexpress and a few others) in the key of C. Then dive into youtube for beginner lessons

Tea Party "The Badger"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQHcD3ChVHU

ADHD Understandings - This professor is brilliant.I recommend him to every parent that brings a child with ADHD into my classroom.
https://youtube.com/@russellbarkleyphd2023?si=0dk1nowXi-jFJQ0h

In this episode of Everybody Speaks Music, we sit down with an extraordinary guest, Jared Rose, whose inspiring journey from a new piano student to unlocking new levels of musical mastery within just two months will leave you astounded. Join us as we delve into Jared’s story of perseverance, passion, and the transformative power of music.

Episode Highlights:

•A Journey of Highs and Lows: Jared takes us through his rollercoaster experience as a novice piano player. He candidly shares the moments of frustration, determination, and the breakthroughs that have kept him motivated throughout his journey.

•Frustration as a Positive Sign: Learn how Jared interpreted a break from playing the piano due to frustration as a positive signal. Discover how these moments of pause can fuel a deeper connection with your musical journey.

•Lessons from Tiger Woods: Jared draws parallels between his piano learning and the advice from the Tiger Woods documentary. Discover the wisdom in focusing on a limited number of “shots” in your practice and making each one count.

•Optimizing Practice Space: Explore Jared’s insights into optimizing his practice environment for maximum efficiency and enjoyment. Learn how a well-structured practice space can significantly enhance your musical progress.

•Structured Routines and Scales: Jared emphasizes the significance of structured routines, including scales and patterns, in his practice sessions. Uncover how these elements contribute to accelerated learning and growth.

•Music as a Healing Force: Jared opens up about how music became a powerful tool during his struggles with serious medical issues. He discusses the positive impact of music on his brain function and overall neurological well-being.

•Overcoming Challenges through Music: Discover the profound connection between music and overcoming life’s challenges, disabilities, and difficulties. Jared’s personal journey highlights the universal potential of music as a source of strength and resilience.

Join us for an insightful and uplifting conversation that showcases the deep link between music and personal transformation. Jared’s story is a testament to the boundless possibilities that emerge when dedication, passion, and the harmonies of music come together.

"Everybody Speaks Music - Episode 113 Summary:

In this episode, we'll be diving into three engaging segments:

Segment 1: Accountability in Music Practice
We'll explore the role of accountability in maintaining a regular music practice routine. This includes how external commitments like gigs and lessons can keep us on track, even during busy times.

Segment 2: Preparing for Campfire Performances
Discover the journey of preparing for a campfire performance. We'll discuss the added motivation and accountability that come from getting ready for a special musical moment with your friends and family.

Segment 3: Mentorship and Support
In this segment,  Kris delves  into the power of mentorship in the world of music. He shares how personal encounters and discuss how having guidance and a support system can be transformative in one's musical journey.

Throughout the episode, we'll touch on the significance of finding joy, embracing uncertainties, and achieving growth at your own pace. Join us as we explore these three dynamic aspects of the musical experience."

In this inspiring episode, we delve into the incredible passion of J.J Caithcart, an inspired and dedicated individual who aims to connect with seniors, specifically those who have experienced brain injuries or have dementia. Through his volunteer work, J.J. has found a profound interest in bringing the healing power of music and music therapy into their lives.

We explore J.J.'s transformational journey, starting as a volunteer and learning from exceptional music therapists. His desire to create a positive impact in the lives of seniors through music shines through every step of the way.

Another significant aspect of J.J.'s life is his entrepreneurial spirit. At the age of 24, he opened "Scrape Records" in Vancouver, BC, an iconic record store that nurtured a vibrant community within the Vancouver hard rock and metal scene for nearly two decades.

https://scraperecords.com/

During the episode, we discuss the fascinating world of music therapy and the use of adaptive instruments like the Orba, Kalimbas, and GarageBand on iPads. Kris provides a training session, enabling our listeners to embrace these exciting tools and infuse harmony and joy into their own lives, as well as the lives of their families and loved ones.

We also delve into J.J.'s new podcast, where he continues to share his passion for music and its potential to transform lives. Don't miss the special mention of his upcoming August 7 BC day special - an event not to be missed!

https://differentstagesradio.com/

Join us on this heartfelt journey as we learn from J.J. Caithcart's experiences and get inspired to make a difference in our communities through the power of music and music therapy. Tune in now for a dose of inspiration and connection!

Episode 111 Details:

  - Solo episode announcement, with a shout-out to co-host Mojo Kemp.

  - Mention of significant transformation at Horizon School of Music

  - Teaser for a future episode on school updates.

Visiting Bradford Elementary School:

  - Recap of recent visit to Bradford Elementary School in Burnaby, BC.

  - Jeremy McKay's summer school course on using GarageBand.

  - Emphasizing the universal language of music and "Everybody Speaks Music."

  - Sharing personal struggles to inspire the students.

  - Curiosity of the students about music from different countries.

Exploring the Frustration of Guitar:

  - Acknowledging common frustrations in learning the guitar.

  - Lack of musicality when striking open strings.

  - Introduction of open tuning and its benefits.

  - Explanation of tuning to "DADFAD" 
      (D-A-D-F#-A-D).

  - Strumming the open strings to unlock rich and inspiring sounds.

Unlocking the Melody:

  - Understanding the concept of melody and its connection to singing.

  - Describing a scale as organized sound.

  - Demonstrating the "do re mi fa so la ti do" scale on the thin, treble string.

  - Exploring melodic and harmonic possibilities in open D tuning.

  - Suggesting open D tuning as a helpful alternative for beginners or those with hand problems.

 Creating Melodies:

  - Encouraging the exploration of melodies through numeric patterns.

  - Using random numbers to create melodies in the class.

  - Highlighting the creative and enjoyable aspects of generating melodies.

Welcome to Episode 110 of Everybody Speaks Music! In today's captivating episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing the immensely talented bassist and multi-instrumentalist, Tim Parent. With a prominent presence in the West Coast music scene, Tim has graced the stage with renowned bands such as Five Alarm Funk and Ninja Spy, leaving audiences in awe.

During our interview, Tim delves into the core of his musical motivation, which revolves around self-exploration and following his creative muse. His insatiable curiosity leads him from one instrument to the next, constantly pushing the boundaries of his musical expression. Tim's passion for music runs deep, stemming from his upbringing in an incredibly musical family. As the youngest of three brothers and one sister, he shares the invaluable support and advantages that come with being immersed in music from a young age.

In many ways, Tim's journey mirrors that of other music luminaries such as Victor Wooten who emphasize the universality of music as a language. This theme aligns perfectly with our podcast's mission, and we are thrilled to bring you this inspiring interview.

Join us as Tim shares his remarkable stories, explores the power of music as a language, and reminds us all that the groove is ingrained within us. We are born with it; we don't have to overthink it. It's a feeling that resonates deep within our souls.
Groove to the heart, because everyone's got it—you just have to feel it.

Friends! Thank you so much for downloading, streaming and listening to the show, we truly appreciate all the time that you spend with us.

Just a quick note to let you know that Kris and I are moving to a lighter schedule for the summer and we will be bringing you a new show every two weeks until Sept.

Have a great summer/winter; depending which part of the world you live in; we'll be back next week with a full show!

Summertime, the livin' is easy.......

In today's episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Kylen Mumford, a remarkably skilled 14-year-old guitarist. Join us as we delve into Kylen's early years, exploring the profound influence his parents had on his musical growth. We also explore the role of switching teachers and how it can lead to new spurts of musical development. Finally, we discuss the belief in nurture over nature and its significance in shaping young musicians.

Kylen playing some Polyphia riffs
https://youtu.be/3Cua1tcR1n8

Welcome to Episode 108!

In this episode, we are joined by special guest Drum Instructor Ricky Sanderson. Join us as we dive into various topics related to drumming and gain valuable insights to enhance your drumming journey.

- Developing Timing and Rhythm: Our guest shares their expertise on how to develop timing and rhythm, even for those who feel they have limited knowledge in this area.

- Teaching and Learning Different Styles: We explore their approach to teaching different styles of drumming, ranging from jazz to metal and everything in between. Discover how to expand your musical horizons and embrace diverse drumming styles.

- Overcoming Perfectionism: Ricky identifies perfectionism as a significant obstacle for many students. Learn why letting go of perfectionism is crucial for growth and improvement as a drummer.

- Playing with Other Instruments: Discover the value of playing with other instruments and how it can enhance your drumming skills. Our guest emphasizes the importance of diversifying your training by collaborating with fellow musicians.

- Improvisation and Musicality: We delve into the art of improvisation and discuss strategies to enhance your musicality on the drums. Our guest offers practical tips to explore your creative side and elevate your drumming to new heights.

- Fulcrum and Molar Technique: Understand the differences between these drumming techniques and their respective advantages. Ricky breaks down the mechanics of each approach and highlights their unique applications.

- Demystifying the Paradiddle: Ever wondered what a paradiddle is? Ricky sheds light on this fundamental drumming rudiment and explains its significance in building dexterity and coordination.

Join us for this enlightening episode where we unlock the secrets of drumming, whether you're just starting your drum journey or have been playing for decades. Gain valuable insights and take your drumming skills to the next level!

In this episode, Kris and Mojo sit down with Teresa Marie Chang, a voice instructor from Horizon School of Music. Teresa's passion lies in helping her students develop their singing skills and connecting with them at every stage of their musical journey. Join us as we delve into topics such as vocal technique, warmups, stage nerves, and overcoming performance anxiety. We also explore how unlocking different parts of our brains can be crucial in developing our natural singing voice. Additionally, Teresa recalls her personal experiences as a student and how being pushed by her teachers was essential to her growth.

Whether you're an aspiring singer or a music enthusiast, this episode offers practical tips and inspiration to enhance your vocal abilities.

Teresa Performs Cheek To Cheek🎶

https://youtu.be/nhOCVNAW2CM

In today's episode, we cover the final chapters (7-13)of our 13 chapter series aiming to understand the reasons behind students quitting music lessons.
We also recommend a resource that inspired today's episode, offering a deeper dive into the subject.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/272886402_Students_who_quit_music_lessons_recent_research_and_recommendations_for_teachers
7:Teacher Characteristics 
8:Family Socioeconomic Status
9: Parental Support & Home Environment 
10: Self-Efficacy, and Self-perception
11: Practicing and Achievement
12: Research Based Recommendations for Teachers 
13: Additional Ways To Support A Positive Outcome For Music Students 

Part 7:Teacher Characteristics 

• Adults who quit lessons as children or teenagers often mention not getting along with the teacher or having a bad experience with a teacher who did not relate well to them.
• A 1984 study of 22 outstanding pianists found that different types of teachers were important at different instructional stages: a warm and stimulating teacher for the first stage, and more structured and strict teachers for the next two stages.
• It is important to match teacher characteristics to the changing requirements of learners as they reach higher levels of musical expertise, with a focus on establishing a relaxed and friendly relationship in early stages and increasing emphasis on professional dimensions at later stages.

Part 8:Family Socioeconomic Status

• Families with lower socio-economic levels are often unable to support their children's musical endeavors due to lack of time or resources.
• Studies have found that a family's socio-economic level can accurately predict high school students' retention in music programs, with students from lower socio-economic levels being less likely to re-enroll.
• Despite the challenges posed by lower socio-economic status, building a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for these students can lead to transformative and positive experiences for both the student and teacher.
• Teachers who take extra time to listen and connect with struggling students can impact their lives in profound ways.

Part 9: Parental Support & Home Environment 

• Parental involvement and attitudes towards music have a significant impact on students' music achievement, motivation, and attitude towards learning.
• Continuous parental involvement, which is supportive without being interfering, has a positive impact on students' progress and attitude towards music.
• Providing a structured home environment for practice, communicating with the teacher, and remaining an interested audience can enhance learning outcomes such as enjoyment, motivation, satisfaction, and self-concept. 

Part 10: Self-Efficacy, and Self-perception

• Students who possess a low sense of self-efficacy or have low self-perception and self-esteem are more prone to quit.
• Self-efficacy is defined as people's judgments of their capabilities to organize and execute courses of action required to attain designated types of performances.

Part 11: Practicing and Achievement

• The students who continued, interestingly, were not “perfect practicers” either. Their commitment to practicing varied during their 20-month period, but in general, they showed a stronger commitment to practicing, higher levels of reflection and self-evaluation during practice, more awareness of their progress, and a better understanding of the purpose and importance of practice than the others.

In today's episode, we cover chapters 5-6 of our 13 chapter series aiming to understand the reasons behind students quitting music lessons.
We also recommend a resource that inspired today's episode, offering a deeper dive into the subject.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/272886402_Students_who_quit_music_lessons_recent_research_and_recommendations_for_teachers
Our goal is to inspire individuals to continue growing as musicians in a way that best suits their needs, tastes, and artistic desires.
Todays episode covers sections 4-6
4: Teachers Point Of View
5: Students Point Of View
6: Motives and Motivation
 Future episodes in this series will cover:
7:Teacher Characteristics 
8:Family Socioeconomic Status
9: Parental Support & Home Environment 
10: Self-Efficacy, and Self-perception
11: Practicing and Achievement
12: Research Based Recommendations for Teachers 
13: Additional Ways To Support A Positive Outcome For Music Students 

Part 4: Teachers Point Of View 

• Teachers often identify loss of interest, lack of perseverance, unwillingness, or lack of time to practice, scheduled demands, and parental attitudes as important factors for quitting.
• Teachers also believe that valuing of music and personal interest in lessons are significant determinants of lesson retention.
• Dropouts frequently underestimate their ability and possess low self-confidence.
• Despite close contact with students, teachers may not be aware of other important environmental, social, motivational, and personality factors that can influence the decision to stop lessons.

Part 5: Students Point Of View 

• Studies have focused on the students' perspective to understand reasons for attrition in music lessons.
• Students enrolled in lessons for personal enjoyment and for attainment of skill.
• Loss of interest and not liking the practice had the strongest impact on withdrawal, 
• Adults who quit lessons as children cited not getting along with the teacher, dissatisfaction with the music studied, lack of fun, and lack of interest in practice as reasons for quitting.
• Enjoyment of music and supportive teachers were cited as reasons for lesson satisfaction among adults who had only taken piano as children.
• Demands of other activities and interests were important factors for discontinuing lessons, affecting equally those students who rated themselves as less and more skilled at the keyboard.
• Further studies have tried to look at deeper aspects underlying these general causes by focusing on motivation, self-concept, social environment, parental support, and parenting style.

Part 6: Motives and Motivation

• Premature attrition in music lessons can be linked to the motives that prompt students to begin lessons.
• The presence of "the wrong type" of initial or continuing motivation can lead to more dropouts.
• Intrinsic motivation (doing something for the pleasure of the action) is found to be favorable and leads to fewer dropouts in music lessons.
• Extrinsic motivation (doing something for an external reaction) is linked to more dropouts in music lessons.
• Studies suggest that students who rely on extrinsic motives for initiation and continuation of music lessons are more likely to stop.
•  those who quit music lessons had extrinsic reasons for starting (such as to join friends), with limited enjoyment beyond getting approval from others. 

In today's episode, we cover the first three chapters of our 13-chapter series, aiming to understand the reasons behind students quitting music lessons.
We also recommend a resource that inspired today's episode, offering a deeper dive into the subject.
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/272886402_Students_who_quit_music_lessons_recent_research_and_recommendations_for_teachers
Our goal is to inspire individuals to continue growing as musicians in a way that best suits their needs, tastes, and artistic desires.

Todays episode covers sections 1-3

 1: Why Do Students Quit Music Lessons
 2: The evidence
 3:Benefits Of Music Lessons

Future episodes in this series will cover:
4: Teachers Point Of View 
5: Students Point Of View 
6: Motives and Motivation
7:Teacher Characteristics 
8:Family Socioeconomic Status
9: Parental Support & Home Environment 
10: Self-Efficacy, and Self-perception
11: Practicing and Achievement
12: Research Based Recommendations for Teachers 
13: Additional Ways To Support A Positive Outcome For Music Students 

1: Why Do Students Quit Music Lessons

• Music teachers recognize that most students will eventually stop taking music lessons.
• Reasons for stopping can include achieving primary goals or quitting prematurely.
• Premature dropouts can have financial implications for the teaching profession and prevent students from experiencing the full benefits of music learning.
  • Researchers have identified several factors that contribute to student dropouts, including:
  • Initial and continuing motivation
  • Practicing habits and strategies
  • Teacher and family characteristics
  • Parenting styles
  • Students' self-concept and expectations for success.
• The article aims to review research studies on why students quit music lessons prematurely and how teachers can identify at-risk students and prevent attrition in their studios.

2: The evidence 

• Two large-scale studies conducted more than 20 years ago documented a clear trend in student dropouts as they grow older.
• One study conducted by Daniel Stino gathered information from hundreds of independent music teachers and reported a sharp drop in students taking private lessons as they grow older.
• Another study conducted by Music Teachers National Association in 1990 documented a large decline in studio enrollment between elementary and secondary school.
• While there are no recent large-scale studies on lesson dropout rates, anecdotal evidence suggests that this trend still exists today.
• It is important for music teachers to be aware of this trend and consider strategies to retain students as they grow older.

3: Benefits Of Music Lessons

• Prematurely dropping music lessons prevents students from reaping the benefits of music study, which have been researched and found to be numerous.
• Personal benefits of studying music include skill acquisition and development, personal growth, fulfilling a dream, and personal pleasure.
• Children and parents perceive benefits such as development of discipline, concentration, and self-esteem from music study.
• Studies have shown academic achievement, civic engagement, and personal benefits of music study for children and young people.
• Arts and music education in childhood predicts the rate of participation and attendance of cultural events in adulthood, making it a vital element in the sustainability of a healthy and diverse cultural ecosystem in the nation.

Welcome to another episode of Everybody Speaks Music! In today's episode Mojo & Kris interview the top guitar instructor from Horizon, Danny Baruffa.
Danny shares with us his passion for igniting his students' creativity and being the spark that drives their learning and growth process.

During the interview, Danny reveals how he rebuilt his entire arsenal of techniques over 18 years of learning, and outlines some of the ups and downs of going to post-secondary education for music. He also touches on how he overcame carpal tunnel syndrome, a condition that plagues many musicians.

This episode is sure to inspire and motivate all music lovers out there. So, don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your favorite episodes with others who can benefit from the power of music. Thank you for tuning in to Everybody Speaks Music!

What is the curse of the intermediate guitarist, you ask? 

The curse of the intermediate guitarist refers to the common habits and beliefs that hinder the progress of guitar players in the intermediate stage. These habits include learning many songs but struggling to perform them in public, taking lessons from multiple teachers without committing to one approach, avoiding jamming with others, blaming gear for lack of progress, relying too heavily on apps and tutorials, and believing that musical ability is innate rather than developed through practice.
And most importantly, having unrealistic expectations.

How to break the Curse.

If you're an intermediate guitarist and you've hit a wall in your progress, you're not alone. Many guitarists find themselves in this frustrating position. However, there are steps you can take to ensure you reach your goal of becoming a musical guitarist. Here are some ideas to help you break the curse of the intermediate guitarist:

•Follow the Old Zen Adage

The old Zen proverb states, "Master one thing, master 10,000 things." This means instead of focusing on 100 songs or 100 different skills, narrow your focus down to one song. Focus on that one song until you have mastered it, until it becomes a part of you. This will teach you musicality and the skills you learn from this one song will be invaluable when you play other music.

•Pause Or Stop Reading About Music theory Focus on actually practicing What You've Already Learned

Stop buying books and learning different scales and things. Focus on the things you've already learned until you've mastered them. In this case, less is more. One scale properly utilized is infinitely more valuable than 20 scales where the player has no idea how to implement them. 

•Play Everything Slowly

Playing slowly at a speed that allows the fingers to find their place is critical. When intermediate guitar players play too fast, they often create gaps between the transitions. These gaps are referred to as tailgating. It's equivalent to watching someone weave through traffic at rush hour, hoping that their excessive tailgating will forge a path ahead of all the other drivers so they can get where they're going faster. But, more often than not, this type of player slams on the brakes because they're going too fast and creates a whole bunch of problems. Tailgating is the enemy and it must be avoided at all costs. Play with a metronome, drummer, sheen or some form of rhythm device at a slower tempo until you gradually scale your playing up to the appropriate pace

•Consider Learning Other Instruments

Intermediate guitarists should also consider learning other instruments. Taking drum lessons for a month and learning how to read eighth notes, 16th notes, and triplets would enhance your guitar rhythm abilities. Sitting down at the piano for a month and learning how harmony works, or picking up a bass guitar so you can learn how arpeggios work, or taking a singing lesson so you can understand what melody really is and how to breathe properly are all great ideas. Learning other instruments will enhance your musicality and make you a better overall musician.

•Improvise

Don't forget how important it is to improvise. It could quite possibly be the single most important thing you do to enhance your musicality. Improvising is about feeling the music and expressing yourself. It's about letting go of inhibitions and playing with passion.

Remember, there are no shortcuts to becoming a great guitarist. However, by following these steps, you can have a great time, a productive time, and an efficient time. Stay away from the snake oil salesman and focus on things you love to play. Play them every single day and watch as you break the curse of the intermediate guitarist.

In this episode of "Everybody Speaks Music", host Kris Schulz shares his experiences and discoveries at the NAMM Show in Anaheim, California. He talks about the importance of inclusivity and education in the music industry, particularly in light of the pandemic and other challenges. Kris also highlights the work of Guitars in the Classroom, an organization that has trained over 17,000 teachers, provided over $5 million worth of guitars and ukulele supplies to classrooms around North America, and reached over 1 million students. He also discusses several adaptive musical technologies, including the Re-corder and the EKWE music app, that are making it easier for people of all abilities to enjoy music. Kris encourages listeners to explore these resources and embrace music as a tool for reducing stress and enhancing creativity.

https://guitarsintheclassroom.corsizio.com/

https://www.ekwe.app/

https://artiphon.com/products/orba2

https://candomusos.com/

https://open.spotify.com/track/52iXiVQpP19BWWIroANNv0?si=Xc1XJd2wRCaTTWONIP528A&dd=1

Sugarfoot on Drumeo
https://youtu.be/gFbZiIjFmz8

https://www.namm.org/

We're celebrating a huge milestone today as we’ve hit 100 episodes, and decided to do it in style by recording live at Horizon School of Music.

In this special episode, Kris and Mojo give their listeners a sneak peek behind the scenes of the podcast, explaining what type of gear they use including microphones, preamps, and computers. They also share how they record their guests remotely, giving you an inside look at the magic that goes into producing each episode.

But it's not all tech-talk and explanations! Kris and Mojo also take a moment to thank their listeners, without whom this podcast would not be possible. They give a big shoutout to everyone who has supported them on this journey, making this milestone all the more special.

To keep the celebratory vibe going, they also do some live blues jamming that is sure to get your toes tapping! And if that's not enough, they also talk about where they're going next with the show, promising even more great content to come.

So sit back, relax, and join in the celebration as Kris and Mojo toast to 100 episodes and look forward to the next 100. Cheers!

Gear We Use

Mojo’s gear 

Shure MV7
USB cable 
Audacity 
PC

Kris’ Gear 

Heil PR-40
Focusrite Scarlette Solo
Garageband OS & IOS
Macbook & Ipad Pro

Our online guest platform 
Riverside.fm

Our hosting site
Buzzsprout

Today, we are thrilled to introduce you to Sarah Keller, who has had a remarkable journey from a karaoke singer to the best music liaison our music school could ever hope for!

Over the years, Sarah has worked tirelessly to create meaningful connections between the students and our school, and her hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment to Horizon have helped to foster a thriving music community at the school. We are excited to share her inspiring story with you.

In this episode of Everybody Speak Music, hosts Mojo Kemp and Kris Schulz discuss the concept of talent and innate born ability with their special guest Eli Slamang, a respected and influential guitar player in the Vancouver metal scene. Kris talks about how he inherited Eli from the great master, Kelly Brown, and how he helped nurture Eli's passion and talent for the guitar. Listeners are invited to share their perspectives on whether talent is something we're born with or something that we build and develop.

Main Section:
Kris shares his special relationship with Eli, whom he considers as close to a son as he has in the world. He talks about how Eli had a lineage of early training and how he put in more hours than anyone Kris had ever worked with. Eli's point system on the board was escalating at a dramatic pace, and other guitar players in the studio were taking notice. Mojo and Kris discuss the video clip of Eli playing with Marty Friedman at a concert in Vancouver, where Eli was invited on stage and played like a pro. Kris has clipped the audio for listeners to hear the event, and the YouTube link is available for those who want to watch it.

https://youtu.be/fs-RY_qMrdw

Conclusion:
Mojo and Kris wrap up the episode, thanking listeners for being a part of the show and raising their bar. They tease Kris's upcoming birthday show, which will be the 100th episode, and express their surprise at how fast they got there. The episode offers a glimpse into the making of a Vancouver metal scene guitar legend and raises thought-provoking questions about the concept of talent.

Episode 97  features an interview with bassist  and multi-instrumentalist  Dino DiNicolo.
 Dino is a monster bass player and dedicated student of the musical craft based out of North Vancouver B.C. Canada.
In this episode Dino talks about finding your true soul in the essence of who you are as a musician, and the importance of self-reflection and checking in with oneself.
We also discuss the love-hate relationship many musicians have with the metronome, and how Dino still uses it in every practice session.
Enjoy this inspiring episode and may it bequeath you a bountiful of bodacious grooves.

https://dinodinicolo.com/

https://www.rockyriobomusic.com/

Rocky has surprised and delighted audiences all throughout the province.  Multifaceted, multi-instrumentalist, Rocky brings the house down with every unforgettable show!  

A gifted voice, and born for the stage, influenced by Jo Stafford and Chet Baker, Rocky has been studying voice for over 20 years.   

On this episode we dive deep into the numeric/interval system for pitch control, effective vocal warmups, the value of a practice regiment and how great teachers learn from their students.

In today’s episode Mojo and Kris break down one of the most important elements of music, Key centers. Using familiar songs like Brown Eyed Girl, Kris illustrates how we can utilize and modify the chord progressions found inside keys to create endless options for creators.
We also touch on the overall ear training  benefits that unlock as a result of studying the musicality and familiarity of key centers.

Resources below

Key Chart 

 | I | IIm | IIIm | IV | V | VIm | VII*
 | C | Dm | Em | F | G | Am | B*
 | G | Am | Bm | C | D | Em | F#*
 | D | Em | F#m | G | A | Bm | C#*
 | A | Bm | C#m | D | E | F#m | G#*
 | E | F#m | G#m | A | B | C#m | D#*
 | B | C#m | D#m | E | F# | G#m | A#*
 | Gb  | Abm  | Bbm  | Cb  | Db | Ebm  | F*
 | Db | Ebm | Fm | Gb  | Ab | Bbm | C*
 | Ab | Bbm | Cm | Db | Eb  | Fm  | G*
 | Eb  | Fm | Gm | Ab | Bb  |  Cm | D*
 | Bb  | Cm | Dm | Eb | F | Gm | A*
 | F | Gm | Am | Bb  | C | Dm | E*

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 | Song | Artist | Key | Chords
 | 1 | A Horse With No Name | America | Em | Em-D/F#
| 2 | Stand By Me | Ben E. King | G | G-Em-C-D
| 3 | Free Falling | Tom Petty | D | D-Dsus4–Asus4-G
| 4 | Brown Eyed Girl | Van Morrison  | G | G-C-D-Em
| 5 | Good Riddance  | Green Day | G | G-Cadd2-D-Em
 | 6 | Heart Of Gold | Neil Young | Em(G) | Em-C-D-G
| 7 | Knockin’ On Heavens Door | Bob Dylan | G | G-D-Am-C
| 8 | Take It Easy | The Eagles | G | G-D-C-Em-Am
| 9 | Ain’t No Sunshine | Bill Withers | Am(C) | Am-Em-G-Dm
| 10 | Let It Be | The Beatles | C | C-G-Am-F
| 11 | House Of The Rising Sun | The Animals | Am(C) | Am-C-D-F-E
| 12 | Wagon Wheel  | Bob Dylan/Old Crow | G | G-D-Em-C
 | 13 | Redemption Song  | Bob Marley | G | G-Em-C-C/B-Am-D
 | 14 | Wheat Kings | Tragically Hip | G | G-C-D
| 15 | Last Kiss | Pearl Jam | G | G-Em-C-D
| 16 | Turn The Page | Bob Seger | Em(G) | Em-D-A-C
| 17 | Mother | Pink Floyd | G | G-C-D-F
| 18 | Elderly Woman | Pearl Jam | G | D-Cadd2-G-C-A-Em
| 19 | Hide Your Love Away | The Beatles | G | G-Dsus4-Fadd2-C-D-Dsus2
| 20 | Sweet Child O’ Mine  | Guns N’ Roses  | D | D-Cadd2-G-A

How Clear Channel Homogenized Pop Radio

https://5mag.net/news/iheartmedia-clear-channel-bankrupt/

In this episode of Everybody Speaks Music, Kris and Mojo are joined by Jazz Guitar Teaching Guru Kelly Brown. Kelly shares his insights on how to overcome physical limitations in music and provides tips on mastering rhythm, melody, and harmony. 

He also discusses how to plan an effective practice routine to maximize progress and improve overall musical ability.

Firstly, Kelly talks about the importance of understanding physical limitations and how they can impact your playing. He shares some personal experiences and how he adapted his technique to overcome his own limitations. Kelly emphasizes the importance of finding a comfortable playing position and developing a relaxed posture to minimize strain on the body.

Moving on to the topic of mastering rhythm, Kelly stresses the importance of developing a strong sense of timing and suggests practicing with a metronome to improve rhythm skills. He also talks about the benefits of playing with others and how it can help improve your sense of timing and groove.

When it comes to melody, Kelly advises focusing on developing a strong ear and learning to play by ear. He suggests practicing transcribing solos and melodies to develop this skill. He also highlights the importance of understanding music theory and how it can aid in creating melodic ideas.

Regarding harmony, Kelly recommends studying chord progressions and understanding how different chords fit together. He also suggests practicing chord inversions and voicings to create interesting and unique chord progressions.

Lastly, Kelly discusses the importance of having an effective practice routine and how it can help improve your playing. Kelly suggests setting specific goals and practicing in short focused sessions rather than long unstructured sessions. He also advises practicing in different environments to help develop adaptability and versatility.

Overall, Kelly provides valuable insights and tips for musicians looking to improve their playing abilities. From overcoming physical limitations to mastering rhythm, melody, and harmony, Kelly's advice is sure to benefit any musician looking to take their skills to the next level.

https://horizonschoolofmusic.ca/team/kelly-brown/

https://www.empowerthroughmusic.org/

In today's show, we have Kris and Mojo discussing their week leading up to the Empower Through Music fundraiser show. They share their experiences of facing their fears and overcoming obstacles to put on a great performance.

Segment 1: Mojo's Cold and the Show Must Go On

Mojo talks about how his voice was affected because of having a cold the week leading up to the show. He shares how he was concerned about his ability to perform at his best. But once the show started, there was no turning back, and he had to give it his all.

Segment 2: Kris' Nervousness and Challenges as a Producer

Kris discusses his own nervousness and issues surrounding his week as not only a performer but as the producer of the show. He shares how he had to deal with last-minute changes, and the pressure to ensure that everything ran smoothly.

Segment 3: Facing Fears and Putting on the Best Performance

Mojo and Kris discuss facing their fears and putting on the best performance they could. They talk about how they had to trust themselves and their abilities to deliver a great show despite the challenges they faced leading up to the event. They also share how the audience's positive energy and support helped them perform at their best.

James Testani is the founder of Good Guitarist, the online school that gets students up and running with six strings. Using Thinkific and Youtube, he’s helped students around the world develop their skills and discover the joy of making music.

Originally a traditional, one-on-one guitar teacher, James came to realize that his approach to learning guitar could be used universally. He started a YouTube channel to demonstrate simple techniques. His work struck a chord—before long, his followers were almost doubling overnight. Today, by using Thinkific, he brings the experience of one-on-one guitar lessons to thousands of students.

Podcast Promo Code:
25% off any course or bundle.
The code is: EverybodySpeaksMusic
Use it on any product here: https://courses.goodguitarist.com/

As a beginning musician you’ll often hear the advice to practice in a quiet place where no one will bother you and you can concentrate on what you’re doing.  

So in addition to your focused practice, I suggest some unfocused practice too.  That means two things here.  First, that can mean just sit down and play for awhile with no particular goals in mind.  Outside of your normal practice time, just spend time with you instrument and wail to the best of your ability and just enjoy playing.  After all, that’s why we learn in the first place, right?  Call it enjoying the fruits of your labor.

http://www.guitarnotesforbeginnersshq.com

http://www.zenguitar.com/

A very special episode for me (Mojo) today as we welcome my good friend, SJ Tucker to Everybody Speaks Music. I am absolutely over the moon that I could bring my two biggest mentors together for a first time meeting.

You know that old saying about not meeting your heroes? Not true in this case, my life is so much better for having met sooj!

SJ's Website: https://sjtucker.com/
SJ's BandCamp: https://sjtucker.bandcamp.com/
SJ's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sjtuckermusic
A whole page of SJ related links: https://sjtucker.com/links-of-interest/

Next to my dad, Ernie Britton has been my biggest musical influence. In todays episode we learn about Ernie’s early years as a piano prodigy and how the small town of Chilliwack B.C. holds a large key to the heart and soul of the West Coast music scene.

Enjoy this episode with one of the regions all time greats and please check out all of the links below to add more context and sonic inspiration to your listening experience.

Ernie, My Dad Manfred, Jerry Doucette, Pete Sweetzer, Geoff Ayre, & Terry Berg all star jam

https://youtu.be/sf-du_F-Mr0

Spotify Playlist of songs mentioned in the episode

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7MyTwQnoIGmfnVkA0X0KGW?si=ePcURUGnRF6VnILVdSsnww

Some of Ernie’s bands mentioned in the episode

The Mystics

Toller Roche

Slippery Nickle

The Jones boys 

Homegrown

One of the best theory books for someone who is serious about learning the language of music. 

The Basis of Music: Book | Alfred Music

Steve Newton Article on some of the rich musical tapestry from Chilliwack.

Back in the 'Wack Vol. 2: The Lakers say "booking agents are parasites"

Youtube links for those without spotify access

Ain’t misbehavin’

https://youtu.be/PSNPpssruFY

Jeff Beck Group with Nikki Hopkins - Blues Deluxe (Greatest blues piano solo)

https://youtu.be/a7Fm-7N694o

A Tribute to musical mentor Lloyd Abrams from Gary Comeau

Lloyd Abrams (jazz piano/jazz harmony instructor) died Dec 20, 2019....

Here's a shout out to a man that through his patience & generosity changed the course of my life & rekindled the passion for music that continues to flourish to this day.

I studied with Lloyd for 5 years around ten years ago now.

He was always a joy to be around, talkin' music, retelling stories of his younger years in Toronto & California... In my early time with him I argued about why something was a #9 instead of a b3, memorized instead of reading, but he was always patient. Sometimes I would say.."I don't think I'll ever get this"..and he would come back with.."Don't worry, it will come".

.. Took years to digest the concepts

he was teaching. His lessons were 1 hour in length but sometimes the lesson would run 90 minutes. He saw that I had the love & fire for the piano & he norished that. He let me take his cd's

home and digest them. He would reminisce about the great flood of '48 & his boyhood time on the beach in White Rock. I learned a lot from Lloyd & I think of him every time I go near a piano...

https://www.robhamilton.ca/

Rob’s lesson resources are linked below 

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Nt5ndTHFjNTd9sImqCgQ24L_LC2yBi2lrWle2-KdN7o/edit

We’re excited to share part 2 of our interview with Rob where he tackles our 10 masterclass questions.

Rob began studying with Canadian jazz guitar legend Oliver Gannon at age 12, becoming one of the youngest students to ever study with the guitar master. Rob took home countless honors, scholarships, and prizes at music festivals nationally and internationally including the Lionel Hampton Music Festival and Musicfest Canada. By the time of graduation, Rob had acquired a full tuition scholarship to the famed Berklee College of Music in Boston, 

On today's show we have a very special guest, one of Kris’ mentors, a great player and amazing teacher, Rob Hamilton.

Rob began studying with Canadian jazz guitar legend Oliver Gannon at age 12, becoming one of the youngest students to ever study with the guitar master. Rob took home countless honors, scholarships, and prizes at music festivals nationally and internationally including the Lionel Hampton Music Festival and Musicfest Canada. By the time of graduation, Rob had acquired a full tuition scholarship to the famed Berklee College of Music in Boston, 

He appeared on countless stages as a side man with Justin Bieber, Carly Rae Jepson, Michael Buble, and Tom Jones among others. 

Rob played  for many years as a member of Canadian hard rock legend Lee Aaron's band, boy band Soul Decision, Vancouver Island's own Vince Vaccaro, and the Vancouver institution Soulstream whose reign at Bar None for over a decade is one of the great pieces of history of the Vancouver music scene

His compositions have been featured on video games such as “The Simpson’s Hit and Run” in which he served as session guitarist and bandleader. His composing is featured on television shows such as “The L-Word” and "The Dead Zone" 

In 2010 Rob started up his own event band – Side One which would forever change the course of his career from hired gun guitarist, to multi-million dollar a year entrepreneur as Side One expanded from Vancouver to Calgary, Toronto, and Seattle employing hundreds of musicians and techs and doing close to 300 events a year for some of the biggest companies and events in the world. 

Rob’s lesson resources 
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Nt5ndTHFjNTd9sImqCgQ24L_LC2yBi2lrWle2-KdN7o/edit

https://www.robhamilton.ca/

https://www.sideone.ca/

https://kennywerner.com/effortless-mastery

https://horizonschoolofmusic.ca/

On this episode Mojo and Kris dive deep into the innovation, technology and trends that are fueling the music industry.

Topics covered include

•Direct-to-fan engagement platforms
•The rise of Tik Tok as a distribution channel
•Streaming and algorithms
•Playlists curated by mood
•The thriving independent artist
•The dip of concert streaming
•AI
•Predictions for music therapy
•Innovative gear for 2023

Please check out these links for topics of interest you may wish to explore further

-Jason Becker and ALS
https://youtu.be/9nhnDpUSI0Y

-Imogen Heap
mycelia  http://myceliaformusic.org/
AI https://youtu.be/OenBCfdRtws
Mi.Mu gloves https://youtu.be/ci-yB6EgVW4

DJ Grimecraft
VR https://youtu.be/urIvEkqbrts

A.I. generated music
https://youtu.be/Emidxpkyk6o

Drake Music & Assisted Technology
https://www.drakemusic.org/

In this episode we are joined by Sherry Mumford, one of Kris' earliest and greatest influences. Join us for a trip down memory lane and a whole lot more as we sit and chat with Sherry. 

Dr. Mumford holds degrees in Child and Youth Care, Criminology/Criminal Justice as well as in Counselling. She received her Ph.D. in 2015. She was awarded the Kaiser 2011 National Award for Excellence in Leadership. Sherry has worked positions as a front-line worker and also a clinician for more than 12 years in withdrawal management, day treatment, outpatient services and residential services with youth, adults and young adults. She worked for 17 years for Fraser Health Authority, retiring in 2017 as a Director in the MHSU portfolio, overseeing all substance use services in that geographical area. Her experience in planning, implementing, evaluating, policy development, operations etc. has led to local, national and international work including the national Needs Based Planning project with Dr. Brian Rush.

Friends, please join us as Kris sits down with Jacob Seyer! Jacob answers our Masterclass 10 Questions segment.

You can find all of Jacob's links here : https://linktr.ee/jacobseyerguitar

Sergio Assad (Brazil) - Seis Brevidades “Chuva” 

https://youtu.be/BRONjN6Cu3w

Dusan Bogdanovic (Serbian-American) - Sonata Fantasia 

https://youtu.be/gSRGLuGOWrI

Tigran Hamasyan (Armenia) - Naidarian Odyssey (Clip w. Drums)

https://youtu.be/QM56ohiFCLE

Books:

- Theory

— Brent Vaartstra - Visual Improvisation for Jazz Guitar

— Adam Cadman - Guitar Grimoire - The Exercise Book

— Tom Kolb - Hal Leonard Music Theory for Guitar

- Methods 

— Aaron Shearer - Classic Guitar Technique 

— Scott Tennant - Pumping Nylon 

— Charles Duncan - A Modern Approach to Classical Guitar

— William Leavitt Modern Method for Guitar 1-3

— Hal Leonard Guitar Method Books 1-3

— Hal Leonard Fingerstyle Guitar Method

— Mark White - The Practical Jazz Guitarist

— Mark Lettieri - Neo-Soul Guitar Book

- Lifestyle, Science, Philosophy

— Glenn Kurtz - Practice: A Musicians Return to Music

— Oliver Sacks - Musicophilia: Tales of Music and the Brain

— Victor Wooten - The Music Lesson: A Spiritual Search for Growth Through Music 

— David Baylis and Ted Orland - Art & Fear  

Friends, welcome to Everybody Speaks Music. A very important show with our guest, Johnny Ketlo.

There are times to talk and there are times to listen.....

Memory Keepers & Storytellers 

Scookoh Productions 

Prospero Peak Hypnotic 

Hey, friends welcome back to the masterclass series on Everybody Speaks Music. Today I'll be kicking off a new format called 10 Questions With..., where you'll get to hear answers from a number of teachers in my school and in our local community here in Vancouver. I'm going to kick things off by answering these questions that I wrote to my team, and want to get some of their feedback on various instruments, struggles, and some of the victories they've had. And I hope that you hear something in the episodes that resonates with you. 

Friends, thank you so much for being here and listening to our show, we sure do appreciate YOU!

On today's show we are joined by John Fox, guitar player and meditation teacher, please join us for a very enlightening episode.

If you have any questions for John, he can be reached via email at: thefoxmanor@gmail.com

Here is a link to the Vancouver Shambabla Center: https://vancouver.shambhala.org/ 

Friends, welcome to another bonus track on Everybody Speaks Music and today we're going to follow up with the concept of performance anxiety and how it impacts our abilities to enjoy these moments where we share our music with others. I really believe that some of the tools and resources you'll hear today will help you not only with your music, but other areas of your life that you find discomfort, but perhaps you wish you did more of. So whether that's going to a concert, going to a new job interview, or playing with a bunch of friends at the park, the whole idea of facing these nerves that are holding us back from doing the things we love is such a universal topic. What you're about to hear are responses from four of the teachers that arise in school and music in various formats. There's a couple of phone recordings, there's a voice memo, and then I'll be reading some words from one of our other teachers. I really want to thank Andrew Balboa, Don Halberg, Jacob gold, and Paul Drummond for submitting these great responses.

Friends, thank you so much for dowloading, streaming, however you got here, we appreciate you! Thank you for listening to the show!

Today we are joined by Olivia Blander, VSO cellist and performance coach. Getting a little nervous before we perform, not only music, but in all aspects of our lives is normal, folks, how you deal with it is what matters! 

Olivia can be reached at her website: www.oliviabcounselling.com 

Face your fears and do it anyway!

Hey, friends welcome to another bonus track episode on Everybody Speaks Music and today's a special one, you're gonna get to hear my recent training session with Ean Kramer. Ean was on our show a few weeks ago and he graciously invited me to come to his dojo and train. Now as awesome as that sounds, it comes with a bunch of anticipation nerves, and I wanted to capture that part of the journey. So as soon as I hopped in the van, I hit record. And it was interesting to just process my thoughts. Normally, I'd be meditating, listening to some calm music, or doing something to take my mind off of it. So recording this episode was great because it leapt deep into my subconscious, all the warts and all the embarrassing moments are there for you to laugh about. And then we recorded the aftermath. What happened after my two hour training session, and I really hope you get a lot of value out of that. Because often I find as a musician, it's best to look outside of my craft to pick up new tips and tricks. So whether that's looking into athletics, or business, or any other domain, I can take those concepts and bring them back into how I approach my practicing, and how I approach my growth as a musician. And Ean does an amazing job of laying out the parallels between martial arts and music. He uses the analogy of the body as being the instrument. And I think you're gonna find a lot of interesting parallels there. And at the very end of the episode, I'm also going to attach a clip of Ean, where he did a follow up from the episode he wanted to dive even deeper into the parallels of music and martial arts. So I hope you enjoyed today's bonus episode. Thanks for listening. And don't forget to go out and and face your fears, do the things that you really want to do, even if they feel uncomfortable. We all feel that natural resistance to doing things that are new, and uncomfortable. But I can tell you from this experience with in how much pain intention of properly guided training session could actually remove from my body. Thanks again. 

Friends! Welcome to Everybody Speaks Music, Season 4 Episode 7! We are so glad that you are here. There is something special about you......

On this episode we are joined by the amazing Calum Graham. We talk about Calum's origin story, how he overcame a negative early experience and his journey up the spiritual side of music.

Calum was gracious enough to let us play the title track of his new album, Sympatheia.

Please head to calumgraham.com to purchase the new album.

Check out Calum's performances at the Canadian guitar Festival from 2010...

https://youtu.be/MadlZwIeD5k 

https://youtu.be/VbWStK5pHBE 

Friends, welcome to Masterclass Session 1, part 2. Today, we're gonna focus on acoustic guitar practice habits. Now for those of you that missed it, I started this series off with a whole episode on how to approach your electric guitar and how to get the most out of your time by dividing your practicing up into eight different sections. Those sections were warmups, scale routines, new material, setlist, technique, knowledge, ear training, and jamming. Today, starting with physicality, and solutions to pain management, and strength building for acoustic guitar players, let's face it, most of you have picked up an acoustic guitar at one time or another in your life, and it didn't feel very good. Now this can be due to a number of factors.

Today we are joined by Kat Stamnes, who tells us about what it's like preparing for the Music Therapy program, it sounds like a lot of work but it also sounds like Kat is up to the challenge!

Hey friends, welcome to another bonus track on Everybody Speaks Music. And today what you're about to hear is my response to a young gentleman's music that was sent to me, for my opinion for my critique, for my suggestions. To be honest, I'm not sure what Kevin was hoping for when he sent me the music. But I do know that I thoroughly enjoyed it. And you'll hear that in my response to Kevin, I didn't plan on releasing this as a podcast episode. But right after sending it back to Kevin, I thought this is a great opportunity to reveal the behind the scenes of what happens a lot in my life. I've been there, I've been a young musician with new music and had no idea where to send it. And I think so many of you can relate to that whether you're a musician or an artist, perhaps you have a business idea. They just don't know who to start with. Maybe you've explained it, or shared it with someone really close to you. And they just didn't give you the response you were hoping for. So you feel a little winded, maybe you don't think your idea is worth putting out into the world. My thoughts are that you should protect these ideas from those that are closest to you, they might love you, they might support you, and they might want the best for you. But that might not always be reflected in their responses. So listen, how I instruct Kevin, to broadly engage his music out into the world, not to his peers, not to people that might be jaded at hearing that type of music, but to find a creative and unique route forward as an artist who wants their music heard.

Friends welcome to Everybody Speaks Music. Welcome to Season Four, Episode Five. Not only is this a season of health and wellness, this is a season of returning guests. And tonight, we have Tony Duenas back from season one, what a year Tony has had and we can't wait to share what an incredible 12 months it's been for Tony.In so many ways, Tony is responsible for huge parts of the season, because of the impact he's had on my life. And listeners if you haven't heard the episode and you want to hear more about Tony, please go back to season one, episode four. But I will quote an article written by the LA Times Tony's down in LA as you'll hear in today's episode, and this article was printed on January 18 of 2021. And the headline is losing his eyesight unexpectedly triggered a life of fitness marathons and triathlons. I mean, you wouldn't know that just a short time ago. Tony wasn't very fit. He didn't do any of this type of training that he's now competing in Ironman and triathlon events.

Hey, friends, welcome to the Everybody Speaks Music Masterclass! I'll be your host for the first part of this journey, which is a new series, where we'll be interviewing all of the top teachers in our ecosystem, talking about how they approach practice, what are their top takeaways for their students and the people that they've worked with over the years. You know, currently at our school, we have 28 teachers, and we focus on guitar, vocals, piano, drums, bass, violin banjo composition. And those are the main areas I want to focus this part of the show on. Today, we part one of a two part episode on guitar, I'm gonna kick things off by talking about electric guitar, playing with a pick all the types of things we can do as an electric guitar player. And I'm gonna break this episode up into eight different categories. And a way that we can approach our practice. Categories are going to be warmups routines, taking on new material, practicing your set, specialty techniques, knowledge, ear training, and finally, jamming freestyle. So let's jump right in. Everyone listening is at a different stage in their journey. But we all need to warm up. Just like any top athlete, no matter how good you are at the sport you play, you've got to do something to get your body prepared for the high level of activity or Bo to embark on. And this is no different for guitar players.

On this episode, we are joined by the multi-talented Ean Kramer.

Ean's website can be found here. lngvt.com

If you'd like to email Ean, you can reach him at the following addresses:

ean@longevitytraining.ca eankramer@gmail.com

Thank you again for listening, we appreciate you!

On this show, we are joined by Emily & Justin, a physiotherapist and kinesiologist who talk with us about the best ways to prevent injuries for not only musicians, but all of us!

Motion is Lotion!

Osmosis Through Saturation.

Today's episode is based on the concept of osmosis through saturation. I didn't realize how often I did this in my own musical training until I observed it in a completely non musical setting. I was highly motivated to start learning about investing in the stock market and found some interesting parallels with music when learning new skills