Today’s Guest OpEd offers some advice and space to those in the music industry feeling external pressures of success weighing them down.
Tag: health
The Problem With “Perfect” Practice
How to use deliberate practice and take comfort in mistakes, so that you don’t fall into the trap of expecting perfection when learning.
6 Ways to Start Reintegrating Into In-Person Music Sessions Safely
Here are six methods for returning to work safely in songwriting and collaborative in-person music sessions. Don’t be afraid to go slowly.
The Pianist As Sportsperson
An editorial meditation on how concert and career musicians need to rethink their commitment to their practice, to be more like pro athletes.
4 Ways Yoga and Wellness Apps Provide Opportunities for Musicians
Yoga, wellness and fitness apps are beginning to dominate the digital marketplace. For musicians looking to license their music, there’s a ton of potential.
How Musicians Can Beat the Isolation of Being Quarantined
If you’re stuck at home in self-isolation or a government mandated quarantine, this list of tips as to how to stay musically active will help.
How to Overcome Performance Anxiety Before an Important Show
If you’re suffering from crippling performance anxiety when you set foot on the stage, here’s some advice for how to deal with those nerves and go rock!
4 Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make in Your Music Career
Most mistakes Patrick McGuire sees fellow musicians make are totally avoidable, so here’s a guide to getting ahead and not sabotaging your own career.
How to Hydrate Your Voice So It Stays Healthier Longer
Here are fourteen ways to hydrate your voice throughout the day and week so that when you’re on stage, your voice is as healthy and prepared as can be!
When Music Is Your Side Gig: How to Stay Motivated, Efficient, and Sane
Here’s a wonderful list of ways you can be more efficient and productive making music, when you’ve got so much other stuff going on at the same time.