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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
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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
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
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What are the ingredients for a good gig ? – Part 1 – The Story
What are the ingredients for a good gig ? There are a few different ingredients. This blog will focus on the story. The story provides the opportunity to take the audience on a musical journey, with a bit of narration … Continue reading
Who Gives You Noodles and Noodles of Inspiration ?
We all encounter people throughout life who give us inspiration ? Who gives you noodles and noodles of inspiration. Over the weekend, I was playing with a band called Taliska at the Portarlington National Celtic Festival in Victoria. Taliska has … Continue reading
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