Michelle MonetteMay 152 minMusical SeasonsWhen designing our musical lives, there are many strategies we can deploy to help us reach our goals and make the most of our time. While...
Michelle MonetteMar 273 minThe Role of Productivity in a Musical LifeA large part of being a musician is having lofty goals and ambitions. We might want to be the best player possible on our chosen...
Michelle MonetteMar 62 minThe Musical Life Isn't Only About Music“Music can’t be everything.” - James Blake, “Meet You In The Maze” When we feel called to pursue music in any way, shape, or form, it’s...
Michelle MonetteJan 292 minGive Yourself Fewer ChoicesOne of the key characteristics of music is the wide variety of potential areas to focus on. There are multiple instruments to learn, many...
Michelle MonetteNov 21, 20222 minRegain Your Rhythm“When jarred, unavoidably, by circumstances, revert at once to yourself, and don’t lose the rhythm more than you can help. You’ll have a...
Michelle MonetteSep 25, 20222 minWork Hard, Rest HardSeasoned musicians understand the value of hard work. We spend years in the practice room diligently refining our craft by drilling...