Articles about journal’

Jan 10, 2008

10 Ways to Improve Your Playing

Posted by Thom in All, Mastery, Wisdom 4 comments

No matter what your instrument, the keys to success stay consistent. Here are 10 simple ways to improve your playing!


Dec 28, 2007

Need More Students?

Posted by Thom in All, Teaching No comments

“I need more students!” Are you a beginning teacher? Perhaps you are a high school student just starting, or maybe already an experienced instructor looking for more students. This guide will help you, no matter what you teach! When I was in high school I began working at a local music store. One December evening, [...]


Dec 16, 2007

Keeping a Journal

Posted by Thom in All, Mastery, Teaching No comments

Several years ago I took an independent study class at my high school. Every day I had 90 minutes of practice time and had to prepare something for a recital at the end of the term. On the very first day of this particular class my orchestra director, always full of music wisdom, shared a great nugget with us.

“I always practiced, but I never really knew how to practice until I had gotten to college. Had I known and used this before- I could have excelled so much earlier and faster!” Not only did he tell us to keep a journal, but also how to keep a one in such a way that will really show us improvement. “Its important to structure and plan out your practice session in order to be the most productive with your time.”