10 Affirmations When You’re Stuck In A Musical Rut
It’s inevitable—at some point you’re going to feel like you’ve hit a musical rut. It certainly happened to…
Modes in Music: What Are They & When Should You Use Them?
At its core, modes in music are variations of a scale, with a different tonal center. So, while the notes may be…
197 Ways of Making Money in Music (Unlocking The Wealth)
People will say “You can’t make money in music.” I’ve heard it from strangers, friends,…
Want To Make A Musician Website? Here’s The 2 Best Ways.
Having an engaging and effective musician website can set you apart and make a big difference to your music…
Bass Shed Spotlight #2: Chet Baker’s solo on Autumn Leaves
If you’ve never transcribed a horn solo before, you’re missing out on one of the most powerful tools for shaping…
Improve Your Fluidity on the Bass Guitar (Bass Playing Tips)
Want your basslines to flow like water—seamless, smooth, and expressive? Whether you’re a beginner…
Artificial Harmonics and Natural Harmonics (For Bass Guitar)
Ever hear those bell-like tones from Jaco Pastorius, Michael Manring, Steve Bailey, or Victor Wooten and wonder…
4 Best Apps For Practicing Jazz Improvisation
You’re probably already aware that there are countless programs and music apps, either free or paid, that offer…
Guide Tones: Create Melodic Direction Through Chord Changes
You can know every note in the chord and still not know where your line should go next. And that can be one of…
How To Transcribe Music Effectively and More Often
Transcribing music is a valuable skill for all musicians, educators, and music enthusiasts. Typically, the…