Short Tutorials
How to Train Your Ear Without Brute Force Intervals
You might think that the only way to practice ear training is by drilling intervals, otherwise known as “brute force isolated intervals”. While drilling intervals
How To Practice Pre-Hearing
What Is Pre-Hearing? Pre-hearing simply means imagining what you are going to play before you play it. Many musicians rely on motor memory or physical habits to
Tips to Help You Play by Ear Better With Moveable do Solfège part 3 of 3
In the previous article in this series on using moveable do solfege to play by ear, we finally found do on your instrument. In our
Tips to Help You Play by Ear Better With Moveable do Solfège part 2 of 3
In the previous article, we talked about the power of prehearing and the importance of finding do when you are playing a song by ear.
Tips to Help You Play by Ear Better With Moveable do Solfège part 1 of 3
Here are some tips to help you play by ear better using “moveable do” solfège. These are not quick fixes or easy answers. In fact
“Moveable do” Solfège vs. “Fixed do” – Which Is Better for Playing by Ear?
What is Moveable do Solfège? “Moveable do” solfege is a system where the tonic note of a key is always sung or played as “do,”
A Simple Ear Training Exercise for Advanced Ears
First, find a comfortable note in the middle of your vocal range In this ear training process, we use our voice to refine our ability
How to Identify Major Chords Given Only One Note
Can you identify the root and quality of a chord given just one note? It’s an advanced skill, and there is a clear path to
The Power of Guided Imagining
If you’re interested in doing something different (with your ears), check out my new little track to help you cultivate your musical imagination. It’s a