Why Does Practicing Feel So...Vulnerable
As musicians, we have our own unique struggles when it comes to practicing our craft. Not wanting anyone to hear you practice is normal. At least for me it is.
Chances are - The first song you wrote sounded like this
Ami G and F are like magic for some reason. Those chords tend to be some of the first that people discover when they start exploring the piano and they are the building blocks for some of the greatest songs ever written and of songs YET to be written!
The Future of Jazz
Ad-free content and new classes each week! https://nebulaclasses.com/aimeenolte Hang out with me and explore the world of the summer jazz camp - and more specifically, the Hilton Head Jazz camp in South Carolina where we will hear and see the inner workings of jazz education up close!
This Singer Was EVERYWHERE In The 70s and 80s
Michael McDonald leant his smooth soulful voice and his gospel-inspired keyboard playing to Steely Dan, The Doobie Brothers and countless other musical artists during the 70s, 80s and 90s! Let's explore the fascinating career that crossed from Classic Rock to Pop to Motown to Yacht Rock and see if we can discover what made EVERYONE want that "Michael McDonald Sound."
Why Keith Jarrett Blows My Mind
Keith Jarrett is the epitome of melody, the king of lyricism and the master of the motif. Explore the Standards In Norway album with me as we discover the genius of this master together.
Is Jack Black A Good Musician?
Explore the musical side of Jack Black with me - from his beginnings with Tenacious D to his obsession with Bobby Mcferrin to School of Rock and his ability to tap into various musical styles at the drop of a hat.
The Most Beautiful Melodies In Existence
I hope you enjoy these melodies/songs as much as I enjoyed compiling this list of my favorites and yours. So fun to explore such beauty that ranges from Puccini, to Ravel, to Joplin, to Glenn Miller, to Neil Young, to Bowie, to Linkin Park! A beautiful melody is a beautiful melody, regardless of genre or decade.
Jazz Musician Reacts To 2022 Best Oscar Songs
Diane Warren, Billie Eilish, Beyonce, Lin Manuel Miranda and Van Morrisson are all up for for best original song for the 2022 Academy Awards and I'm giving all five songs my honest opinion. Who do you think will get the Oscar? Let me know in the comments on YouTube!
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