Tag Archives: seeing the bigger picture

How do you beat Writer’s Block as a Musician?

Posted on January 12, 2014 by

Have you ever had writers block or noticed that you have struggled to create something musical? Over the years I have come to realise that limitations can be liberating when it comes to creativity. Make sure  you leave tips, suggestions … Continue reading →

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Being nice to people on the way up…

Posted on September 2, 2013 by

Being nice to the people on the way up is a good idea as you may meet them on the way down. After reading a post by Amy Wilkinson about top tips for musicians and the great tip about being … Continue reading →

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The Beauty of Simplicity

Posted on April 12, 2012 by

This week, I had the privilege of meeting a pianist who had a few issues with nerves associated with performing. She said she felt that the audience would be critical of her if she made a mistake. That was quite … Continue reading →

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Nurturing Inspiration at Short Notice – A refresher for the author!

Posted on April 5, 2012 by

Whilst writing the book, I realised that it was all very well me saying to others, “You can and will be confident” when all I do is take very small risks by accompanying students in weekly student performances and playing … Continue reading →

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Following Your Inspiration Makes You Confident

Posted on December 28, 2011 by

This week saw 3 fabulous interviews with very different musicians and the last of the interviews of the week was with the remarkable musician and performer, Tristan Hendy from signed PunkPop band NativeJune. Everything about Tristan’s personality oozes a natural … Continue reading →

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Don’t Teach an Instrument, Grow a Musical Person.

Posted on December 27, 2011 by

The week started well with me interviewing Basira Ward-Davies about her techniques for confidence as a performer and singer. (see the previous blog post for this interview) She mentioned at the end of the interview that I should take time … Continue reading →

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Is Musical Technique the refuge of the insecure, or a foundation for Mastery?

Posted on December 23, 2011 by

This question popped into my mind whilst in conversation with the professional singer and vocal coach Basira Ward-Davies with respect to the slight difference in approach she had experienced collaborating with Youth, a producer who has worked with Primal Scream, … Continue reading →

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