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When Not To Practice

As musicians, we're always told 'practice makes perfect' and to keep to a regular routine but it's also good to know when not to practice.

My Writing Style Through The Years

I decided to look through my compositions to discover what patterns are in my writing style and whether these have developed over time.

Getting Over Stage Fright

If you're a musician who struggles with performance anxiety, here are a few things you can do to help boost your confidence to perform.

The Quickest Way (I've Found) To Learn New Music

Here's a method I've discovered that helps keep the excitement in learning a new song and gets rid of that daunting feeling.

Thinking About Upgrading (your instrument)?

There comes a time when we realise that beginners clarinet we rented from school won't cut it anymore. Here are a few tips about upgrading.

AROUND THE WORLD ON A BICYCLE

This Sunday is the 30th birthday of one of my closest friends. I've decided to write a blog about his insane idea to cycle the world.

The Positives And Negatives Of Video Lessons

As an instrument teacher, I wanted take a moment to state and compare the positives and negatives I have found when doing video lessons.

Adapting A Routine Amid The COVID Pandemic

It's been 7 months since I had to make the move to video lessons. Here's what happened to my routine amid the COVID pandemic.

Why It's Good To Play In A Band (and some useful tips)

Despite having a focus on solo performance throughout my music lessons, it was playing in a band that allowed me to hone those skills and...

The Importance Of Reading Music

Learning an instrument can sometimes be an overwhelming experience, especially when, as a beginner, one discovers that they aren't just l...

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Edward Brown

Musician, teacher & composer