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Welcome to episode 350 where today I discuss 21 different options for jazz practice. So if you are wondering what you should practice today, this week, or this month, this episode should give you a handful of good ideas to work with. Listen to episode 350 Hey listen, so if you’re sittin’ there this week […]
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Welcome to episode 345 where today I talk about finding your ONE thing that if you accomplish this, will make playing jazz so much easier, and even make other things you would practice unnecessary. I talk about this concept and then share ONE thing from members of our Inner Circle. Listen to episode 345 My […]
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If you’re feeling stuck in your jazz playing today, it’s likely because of one of the reasons I’m about to share with you. So, I’m gonna be your jazz doctor today, diagnose your issue, and tell you how to fix it. Listen to episode 336 In this episode: Important Links: LJS Inner Circle Membership Free […]
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Welcome to episode 323 where today I answer the question of what you should practice if you don't have very much time to practice. It's for common for us to be time poor when it comes to spending time improving our jazz skills. So what are the high level activities we can work on, and how should we do them? This episode will help.
Main Points:
1. Debunking the false narrative that you need to practice a lot
2. The #1 activity I recommend practicing
3. Examples of how to work backwards from your practicing goal to create a practice plan
***Important Links***
Show Notes:
https://www.learnjazzstandards.com/episode323
LJS Inner Circle Membership https://members.learnjazzstandards.com/ljs-inner-circle
Free Guide to learn standards by ear: Learn Jazz Standards the Smart Way https://members.learnjazzstandards.com/op/learn-jazz-standards-the-smart-way/
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So what are some practice hacks that can help you improve exponentially faster and not waste your precious practice time? Well, today I’m gonna share with you 5 you’ve probably never heard of before. Listen to episode 320 In this episode: 1. The Pareto Principle 2. The 5 Filters 3. Filter #1- Goal Setting 4. […]
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Welcome to episode 312 where today I talk about how to do a self-audit of your jazz playing. Auditing your playing can be really valuable for honing in on the things you are good at and bad at so you can make action plans to hone in on them. I do a jazz audit on […]
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Welcome to episode 310 where today I talk about all of the gear I use to play, teach and practice jazz. I go over everything from microphones, amps, guitars, cameras, audio interfaces, and software. I talk about what they are, how I use them, and what I would recommend for you. Listen to episode 310 […]
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Are you making any of these three critical mistakes when learning jazz? Well, today I’m gonna show you exactly what they are, how to avoid them, and what to do instead. Listen to episode 309 In this episode: 1. Mistake #1 2. Master This For Better Improvisation Skills 3. Mistake #2 4. How To Be […]
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Welcome to episode 308 where today I talk about why the mindset of needing to practice a lot to improve as a jazz musician is potentially a toxic mindset. I go through 3 reasons why practicing less can actually have a much higher impact on your jazz playing. Listen to episode 308 There have been […]
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Welcome to episode 306 where today I talk about a 5-step process to help you get “un-stuck” in your jazz playing. Most of us completely resonate with the experience of being stuck on a musical plateau. It can be frustrating and feel like there’s not a way out. But in this episode, you’ll get a […]
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So how do we go from beginner jazz player, to intermediate, and even advanced? Well, today I’m going to show you exactly how to level up your jazz playing. Listen to episode 297 In this episode: 1. Level #1 Complete Jazz Beginner 2. Level #2 Jazz Beginner 3. Level #3 Jazz Intermediate 4. Level #4 […]
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So you get up to play a song at the jam session and you’re terrified, sweaty, and nervous. You just don’t feel good. You’re afraid you’re gonna mess up, screw up, and embarrass yourself. In this video, we will talk about how to get over performance anxiety so we feel confident and fearless. Listen to […]
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Welcome to episode 295 where today I discuss 5 "filters" for knowing what you should practice. There are so many things out there to practice, and sometimes when told what to practice it can seem generic and not catered specifically to you. So in this episode, you'll learn 5 filters to help you assess what to practice to shorten your jazz learning curve.
Main Points:
1. Your Master Goal Filter
2. Your Technique Filter
3. The 3 Pillars Filter
4. Jazz Standards Filter
5. Fun Filter
6. Your Practice Strategy Filter
***Important Links***
Show Notes: https://www.learnjazzstandards.com/episode296
LJS Inner Circle Membership https://members.learnjazzstandards.com/ljs-inner-circle
Free Guide to learn standards by ear: Learn Jazz Standards the Smart Way https://members.learnjazzstandards.com/op/learn-jazz-standards-the-smart-way/
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If you’re like most people who are strapped for time to practice, then you may wonder, how do I improve my jazz skills while practicing less? Well, today I’m going to show you a practice routine that packs a huge punch in only 30 minutes. Listen to episode 295 In this episode: 1. What is […]
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Welcome to episode 294 where today I discuss 3 core factors I look into when assessing the health of my student’s jazz playing. I find that there are 3 main areas of strength and weakness in a musician that can make or break their jazz solos, comping, or bass lines. If we are able to […]
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Welcome to episode 281 where today I talk with a musical mentor of mine, Justin Nielsen, all about his 3 track system for accelerating your jazz growth. Justin has taught hundreds of students, some of which have gone on to be world-class jazz musicians, and his powerful 3 track system will make sure you are […]
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Welcome to episode 273 where I discuss the only thing I would practice for jazz if I could only pick three. Most of us don’t have a lot of time to practice, but we want to improve our jazz skills quickly. We need to be focusing on the most impactful things and discarding the rest. […]
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Welcome to episode 267 where today we have a special guest, founder and CEO of Modactiy, Marc Gelfo, on to talk about practice strategy. In this episode, Marc digs beneath the surface and shares his thoughts on practicing effectively drawing from neuroscience, psychology, and his experience as an extraordinarily accomplished french hornist. Listen to episode […]
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Welcome to episode 266 where today we talk about swing feel, what it is, how to properly swing, and some common mistakes musicians make. Swing is the most unique style to jazz, despite there being multiple straight eighth styles associated with jazz. But what exactly makes up a swing feel, and how do we find […]
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Welcome to episode 263 where today I go over a simple strategy you can start implementing into your practice. It’s called the L.R.C Practice Strategy, and it will help you take your practicing to the next level with structured and focused actions that yield better and faster results. Listen to episode 263 In today’s episode, […]
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