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Edward Brown

Jan 15, 20214 min read

Working In Music During A Pandemic

In this blog, I'd like to talk about the difficulties of maintaining a music-based business in these unprecedented times.

Edward Brown

Jan 8, 20215 min read

Music Grading Exams, Are They Worth It?

I often get asked 'are grades worth doing?'. As a teacher who encourages enjoyment in learning an instrument, here's my honest opinion.

Edward Brown

Dec 30, 20203 min read

The Most Important Christmas Music Gig

Christmas gigs were made difficult, even impossible, this year but the all-important Christmas Day gig for the family still remained.

Edward Brown

Dec 10, 20204 min read

Clarinet And Saxophone - Alternate Fingerings

On clarinet or saxophone, alternate fingerings, when used, will improve your speed and smooth transition between notes.

Edward Brown

Dec 3, 20204 min read

A Good Music Practice Schedule

Over the years, I've come across many sources specifying ways to practice but just how often should we be practicing?

Edward Brown

Nov 27, 20203 min read

When Not To Do Music Practice

As musicians, we're always told 'practice makes perfect' and to keep to a regular routine but it's also good to know when not to practice.

Edward Brown

Nov 20, 20204 min read

My Music Writing Style Through The Years

I decided to look through my compositions to discover what patterns are in my writing style and whether these have developed over time.

Edward Brown

Nov 13, 20204 min read

Getting Over Stage Fright

If you're a musician who struggles with performance anxiety, here are a few things you can do to help boost your confidence to perform.

Edward Brown

Nov 5, 20204 min read

The Quickest Way (I've Found) To Learn New Music

Here's a method I've discovered that helps keep the excitement in learning a new song and gets rid of that daunting feeling.

Edward Brown

Oct 29, 20205 min read

Thinking About Upgrading (Your Musical Instrument)?

There comes a time when we realise that beginners clarinet we rented from school won't cut it anymore. Here are a few tips about upgrading.