-
Recent Posts
Recent Comments
- Colin MacLeod on What sound do you look for in a violin ?
- Frederick C Maynard on What sound do you look for in a violin ?
- Colin MacLeod on Playing Music by Ear
- Olivia Forsberg on Playing Music by Ear
Archives
Categories
Meta
Author Archives: Colin MacLeod
Music is My Garden – What does Music mean to You ?
If someone asked you the question, ‘What does Music mean to You ?’, what would be your answer ? My answer would be that Music is My Garden. When there have been big changes, music has been my comfort zone … Continue reading
How do you tune your fiddle if you forget your tuner before a gig ?
1. Question How do you tune your violin if you forget your tuner for a gig ? 2. Solution If you have an iphone, you can tune your fiddle with Cleartune. 3. Story The above scenario happened to me late … Continue reading
Do you have a Motto ?
Has anyone ever asked you the question, ‘Do you have a motto ?’ Recently, I attended the MacLeod Week in South Australia and had a very enjoyable time. Aswell as meeting some great people, there was also the opportunity to … Continue reading
Have you ever wondered what a music session is ?
Have you ever wondered what a music session* is in terms of – Playing etiquette – Its background – Its different aspects e.g. singing, musical instrumentation Well, a book titled, ‘The Session’ written by Joe Arnold provides the answers and … Continue reading
Posted in Celtic Fiddle Musings
Tagged celtic fiddle, irish fiddle music, irish session, music session
Leave a comment
What sound do you look for in a violin ?
QUESTION Have you ever looked for that elusive sound which you would like to produce from an instrument? For me, it is the ability to express oneself with energy and yet with tone. Well, I have found that instrument. INSTRUMENT … Continue reading
Do you Play Loud and be Proud ?
Sometimes I ask the question, ‘Do you play loud and be proud ?’ The answer is sometimes yes and sometimes no. By playing loud, we play with energy and conviction. In these circumstances, we are most likely to give our … Continue reading
Is Music A Social Glue ?
Is Music A Social Glue ? It is a question which I occasionally ask myself ? Last week, I was very fortunate to go along to several musical events in Melbourne. One could not help but notice how much everyone … Continue reading
What are the ingredients for a good gig ? – Part 2 – The Set(s) of Music/ Songs
A question that is always asked is ,’ What are the ingredients for a good gig ?’ The first part talked about the story. Part two talks about the sets of music/ songs for the gig. When in the audience … Continue reading
What is AMR ?
Sometimes the questioin is asked, ‘What is AMR ?’ This is Audio Movement Restriction. Audio Movement Restriction means that the movement of a musician is restricted as a result of the need to play close to an instrument microphone. I … Continue reading
Posted in Celtic Fiddle Musings
Tagged AMR, Audio Movement Restriction, celtic fiddle, taliska
Leave a comment
What is the unknown way to create special moments and memories ?
Over the last few weeks, there have been a few special moments and memories. How have these been created ? Through teamwork. Over the last past weeks, some fabulous events have taken place including the Kilmore Celtic Festival, Portarlington National … Continue reading