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Rarely does God bless the world with an extraordinary musical gift like the one we all came to know as Mikaben. Artist, singer, songwriter, musician, and performer, Mikaben took us on musical highs that sent us soaring to the heavens.

Have you ever wanted to pick up a musical instrument and just play? Maybe it seems too late in life and, without formal education, just a hopeless dream. Maybe you already have musical ability but don’t know how to take it to the next level. The great news is that there is a powerful way to learn and develop real music-making skills without countless hours of traditional education. Both beginners and highly skilled musicians can reap the benefits.

Over the years, Stan Munslow has worked with hundreds of professional singers, students and colleagues alike. He has seen it all, from "wow" to "oh dear." If there is one thing (well, six, actually) Munslow would tell all of them, it would be the six high-level pro tips you'll learn on this audio program. May each and every tip help you become the kind of singer you really want to be!

In my forty-plus years as a private music instructor, the question I'm asked the most by parents is: "How can I get my child to practice?" And, in this crazy-busy time, it gets asked even more! In this discussion, I will give you answers to this question, as well as a heap of advice on helping your young musician/singer/dancer become the very best s/he can be! Put these strategies to use and you will be helping your child maintain an endeavor that will last a lifetime and provide joy, satisfaction, and a sense of accomplishment along the way!

A musician’s journey never ends, and the work is often solitary. Fortunately for bassoonists, Solitary Refinement can be a trusted companion throughout their musical career, replete with exercises adaptable by bassoon students who are still developing their skills, all the way to virtuosi seeking to perfect their craft.

Eight Minute Axe is the ultimate companion for the busy adult who dares to dream big and play big, even amid the daily grind. Crafted by a professional musician, coach, and father of three who knows the ins and outs of a hectic schedule, this revolutionary method will make your instrument come alive, one note at a time.

Have you ever heard a song on the radio and thought, "Did they say what I thought they just said" and then realized that they did and thought, "I can do better than that"? Then this is the book for you.

The central push at the heart of this little book is to not overlook the opportunity a drum student has to outsmart the default Western mindset when learning. This is not a motivational book. This is about dropping the ego and seeing what's there. Then learning from that center. And if you can't drop the ego (it's not easy), this book helps you with that, too.

On June 12, 2017, Micah Dillon’s world completely flipped. With no prior warning, Micah woke up to find her husband of 13 years, Ben, dead on the floor of their shower. In a matter of moments, everything she’d used to build a steady foundation in life—her marriage, her career, her music—crumbled beneath her feet.

"The Songwriting Guitarist" author Mike Meiers shares his extensive knowledge and experience as a songwriter and guitar instructor spanning over a decade. This book presents a system that propelled Mike into commercial songwriting success and continues to secure major sync licensing placements and coveted songwriting guitarist gigs. Beyond mere guitar techniques, this guide delves into the art of songwriting, cultivating the right mindset, and undergoing a transformative journey.

Songwriting: A Beginner's Step-by-Step Guide to Writing a Full Song in Less Than 10 Hours is a comprehensive guide for aspiring songwriters who want to learn how to write and produce their own music. This book covers everything from finding inspiration to recording your song, and it breaks down the songwriting process into easy-to-follow steps.

Songwriting 101: A Quick Guide to Crafting Compelling Lyrics is a comprehensive book that provides aspiring songwriters with essential tools and techniques to write engaging and memorable songs. The book begins by discussing the fundamentals of songwriting, including melody, harmony, and rhythm. It then delves into the art of crafting lyrics, offering insights into how to generate ideas, develop themes, and create powerful imagery.

This courtly piece from the 1700s is used in modern times as a beautiful theme at weddings for any of the pre-bride attendants. This early intermediate solo is demonstrated completely and then taught “by ear” in two- to four-measure sections.

Learn this Jim Brickman hit completely “by ear.” As you work your way through this lesson you memorize as you go using no music, print, or video. It is amazing how quickly you will learn this song using only your ears! A full demonstration of the song is played for you at the beginning of the lesson and then you are taught the whole song in two- to four-measure sections.

When you learn this intermediate level arrangement you will learn it completely “by ear.” At the beginning of the lesson you are given a demonstration recording of the song to listen to and practice with. After that the whole song is taught in a demonstration or teach style that uses no music or print. This makes the song fast to learn and memorize.

Come join the most famous marooned crew of all time with this fun loving hit! This late beginner solo is a quick learn and you get backing tracks to play along with once you have learned how to play it.

Dive into a step-by-step process for embracing a mindfulness practice by allowing your raw natural singing voice to be the ultimate bio-feedback tool. Mindfulness and singing have a natural affinity, as they both require a sense of presence. The Mindfulness of Singing fulfills a dynamic niche in the explosive mindfulness market.

In this lesson you will learn a late beginner level solo of “Spanish Eyes.” The song is demonstrated and then taught in small sections completely “by ear.” At the end of the lesson you are given backing tracks to the song to play along with. What a wonderful value for such a small investment!

In this lesson you will learn a late beginner level solo of “Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White” without reading music or print. At the beginning of the lesson the song is demonstrated and then taught in small, two- to four-measure sections completely “by ear.” At the end of the lesson you are given the backing tracks to the song to practice and perform with. There are several other standards in the Piano by Ear library arranged at this level with backing tracks that you may want to consider as well.

This Roy Orbison hit makes a great late beginner piano solo. At the beginning of the lesson there is a full demonstration of the arrangement with the backing tracks. Next, the song is taught in two- to four-measure sections “by ear” using no music, print, or video. At the end of the lesson the tracks are given again without the solo piano on them so that they may be used by the student for their own live performance of the song.