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Picking the best music teacher
I grew up in the soviet music education tradition where you were supposed to take lessons only with your teacher and not play for other
October 22, 2020
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Recording for a classical music competition
When recording for a competition, the sound quality is more important than many musicians realize. Capturing high-quality sound not only ensures the best-produced version of
July 9, 2020
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Placing microphones for classical music recording
Once you have a microphone suited to your recording needs, you have to figure out where to put it to get a good sound. Where
July 9, 2020
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Affordable Microphones for Classical Music Recording
These days, we’re less reliant on the big bad microphone with all the fancy recording capabilities and that clear sound only studios can capture. Nowadays,
July 9, 2020
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Tips for Improving Recording Quality on a Budget
Making a good recording for a competition or sample is not complicated. You don’t have to be an audio engineer or even an audio aficionado
July 6, 2020
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Becoming an Orchestral Musician
I was around 16 when I decided I wanted to become a professional orchestral musician. I actually never wanted to be a soloist — I
June 17, 2020
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Advice on Choosing the Right College of Music.
At first, my parents were a little hesitant on the idea of pursuing music as a career, but they’re super supportive now. I also knew
June 9, 2020
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How I Became a More Serious Musician.
I decided my senior year of high school that I wanted to pursue a career in music. I began playing the flute in fifth grade,
June 9, 2020
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Is a DMA worth pursuing?
Is a DMA worth pursuing? Yes, it is definitely a worthwhile endeavor, but some clarification may be helpful. As a DMA is geared toward preparing
February 13, 2020
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