Sound Bits: Page 5

In the first issue of INNOVATE. MUSIC. LEAD., a new magazine published by the Paul R. Judy Center for Innovation and Research, we talked with Third Coast Percussion about their Grammy win, their plans for the future, and their advice for younger musicians.  Below is a excerpt from the Q&A. Click here to read the […]

We often hear about the importance of creative problem solving – coming up with creative and innovative solutions to challenges large and small. But how does one do this? How do we think creatively and summon forth ideas that can transform challenges into opportunities? Hear are four thoughts: Dream Big Don’t limit your ideas or […]

A few years ago I attended a talk by Philip Glass and I remember him speaking about the difficulties of breaking into the music business as a young musician.  He said that it’s like showing up to a dinner party and all the seats are full. What do you do?  His answer: build your own […]

The deadline is approaching, but there is still time to apply for The Eastman School of Music’s Paul R. Judy Center for Innovation and Research Grant Program. Proposals are due October 1, 2017.  Click here for more information and to apply! The grant program provides funding for research and projects related to the topic of innovative […]

There was a time no too long ago when consumers would greatly anticipate the release of a new album – they couldn’t wait to get their hands on it and listen to it from start to finish.  All 10 or 12 tracks.  They purchased the recording and could hold it in their hands – they […]

Every musician needs a way to record themselves and others, whether it is for the purposes of reviewing your practicing, or for much loftier goals like recording audio or video for distribution. As a freelance musician, or ensemble, or organization, you need to be documenting your work – your projects and initiatives – and ideally […]

Let’s take a moment to step back and recognize how amazing technology is (when it works!!!). Ok, with that in mind, it’s truly mind bending how many new opportunities have been provided by communication technology just in the past few years. For example, where guest speakers and visiting artists previously had to travel long (and […]

Well, maybe the first question we should ask is, “what is a brand?” It is essentially how people view you and your work, how they feel about you, how you are perceived by others. Think about Starbucks – what comes to mind? How does it make you feel? What about BMW? Apple, Inc.? They all […]

It seems everywhere you look, there is an orchestra or chamber music group performing in an unusual venue, perhaps at an unusual time, hoping to connect with audiences near and far.  Concerts are being live streamed on the internet, and performed in people’s living rooms. It is in many ways an exciting time for concert […]

When I hear about a particular ensemble, musician, or artist, the first thing I do is…you guessed it…google them. I go to their website to learn more about them and explore their work. If the website is clunky, dated, slow, or hasn’t been updated in a while,  I’m probably going to spend about 30 seconds looking […]