Retire? What is that?
“ Talk To Yourself When Practicing Music Theory ”
Always verbalize music theory.
“ Solve Coordination Problems By Practicing Slow ”
The subconscious learns best in slow motion.
“ Exercises Are The Shortcut To Learning Jazz ”
Exercises develop the language of improvisation.
“ When You Sing, You Breathe. When You Breathe, You Phrase ”
Turn the piano into a “breathing instrument”.
“ If You Don’t Play For Joy . . Then, Why Are You Playing? ”
Isn’t music great?
“ You Should Never Have To Pray That An Audience Likes Your Solo ”
Be your own best critic.
“ Creativity Only Happens When The Music Flows Through You ”
Sometimes . . . it’s better to stop thinking.
“ Pianists Are All Singers ”
Sing your phrases. This is important.
“ Even When You Are Leading, You Are Accompanying ”
When soloing, think of accompanying yourself.