What is meant by structure in music? Does all music have structure? Part 1

What is meant by structure in music? Does all music have structure? Does all music have form? (With particular reference to John Cage’s pieces). Part 1 Even the oldest examples of music compositions had a predefined form and structure and from the beginning  the composers aimed to create music characterised by order and harmony. In …

How do your objectives as a performer inform and shape your practice technique? (Part 3)

How do your objectives as a performer inform and shape your practice technique? (Part 3) Practice Plan As well as using my practice time wisely, I also like to put together a rough plan of exactly what I’ll be practising in the time I have to prepare for the concert. Of course there is a …

How do your objectives as a performer inform and shape your practice technique? (Part 2)

How do your objectives as a performer inform and shape your practice technique? (Part 2) Smart Practice No good performance happens without a good practicing routine. However, this is often misinterpreted as having to practice long hours. On the contrary, although more practice hours should of course be beneficial, I strongly believe in the importance …

How do your objectives as a performer inform and shape your practice technique? (Part 1)

How do your objectives as a performer inform and shape your practice technique? (Part 1) How does my objective as a performer affect how I practise? For me there is a clear correlation between what it is I am trying to achieve as a performer and the way in which I practise. As a performer, …