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The ZOEN Blog: A Musical Life: The ZOEN Talks with Mark O'Connor
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Thursday, November 14, 2013. A Musical Life: The ZOEN Talks with Mark O'Connor. His numerous commissions for new compositions come from orchestras, festivals, organizations and even the Library of Congress. In recent years, his passion for American music and the violin has engendered a new method of string pedagogy, The O'Connor Method. Which is opening up minds and ears across the globe. Is living it every day. Recent articles in Huff Post. The Wall Street Journal. And New York Times. Way for me. Ho...
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The ZOEN Blog: A Musical Method: The ZOEN Talks with Mark O'Connor (Part II)
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Wednesday, November 27, 2013. A Musical Method: The ZOEN Talks with Mark O'Connor (Part II). In Part II of The ZOEN's interview with Grammy-winning violinist Mark O'Connor, we discuss Mark's own pedagogical method of music instruction and why O'Connor Method Certified teachers have joined The ZOEN:. ZOEN: In recent years you've been dedicated to creating ". The O'Connor Method: A New American School of String Playing. What are your founding ideas and principles for the Method? They didn't learn to be cre...
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The ZOEN Blog: Music and the Brain: A Powerful Combination
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Thursday, June 27, 2013. Music and the Brain: A Powerful Combination. 8220;Did you hear that? It's an easy enough question to answer but a complicated function for our brain. We all know to “power up” the brain with exercise, good nutrition and sleep. But would you believe music. Can not only ‘feed’ the brain but can actually shape. Want a more powerful brain? MUSIC, AND THE BRAIN’S PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT. MUSIC AND THE BRAIN. Cannot be done by any other activity. In support of this, Dr. Wilson shared ...
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The ZOEN Blog: The Music Student's Guide to a Successful Summer
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Wednesday, May 29, 2013. The Music Student's Guide to a Successful Summer. So, what's the best way to stay on track musically during those carefree summer months? I asked several working musicians how they used their summers and how they used music in their lives now. Among them, they came up with the following keys to a successful summer:. To focus on your music. It’s easy to let the hours pass doing everything. Vocalist and owner of Prisk Vocal Studios. Even suggests two shorter lessons a week. Runs Ro...
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The ZOEN Blog: [How To] Practice Guitar When You're Short on Time
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Friday, May 17, 2013. How To] Practice Guitar When You're Short on Time. Practicing your guitar doesn’t have to take all day. And it doesn’t have to be complicated. Remember there is a big difference between practice and playing. We Practice so we can Play Better! Here's how to make your guitar practice time. Break your practice time up into thirds. Even if you only have 15 minutes to spend on your instrument, 5 minutes of practicing each section correctly will yield great results. There's no denying tha...
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The ZOEN Blog: 15 Tips to Make Music Practice Time Count
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Wednesday, May 8, 2013. 15 Tips to Make Music Practice Time Count. There’s no point to practicing music simply for the sake of practicing music. For best results you’ve got to practice with purpose. So.how exactly does one make that happen? The ZOEN polled a group of music teachers to learn how to get the most out of music practice time. Here are 15 tips straight from their lips:. 1 Get Into It. Good practice begins with an honest, wholehearted commitment, like going to the gym to get in shape. -. Work o...
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The ZOEN Blog: 10 Tips for a Successful Online Flute Lesson
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Monday, March 2, 2015. 10 Tips for a Successful Online Flute Lesson. Preparation is key to getting the most out of your online lessons. Here are 10 things to keep in mind when you’re scheduled to have a live, online flute lesson. For ZOEN lessons, be sure you install Google Chrome as your web browser ( download here. The ZOEN videochat happens right in the browser and opens when you click on the link in your reminder email or from your dashboard. Have your flute and sheet music set up and ready to go, wi...
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The ZOEN Blog: The Beginner’s Guide to Learning Piano Online
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Monday, December 16, 2013. The Beginner’s Guide to Learning Piano Online. Learning to play piano online takes time, effort, self-discipline, and some experimentation, but the rewards can be great. It is an increasingly popular and accessible method of self-study. Online piano lesson fees will range dramatically. Allow introductory lessons to help you decide the perfect teacher and platform for you. Enjoy the learning process rather than focusing on end goals. Your practice sessions will make up most ...
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The ZOEN Blog: 6 GREAT Reasons to Support Your Kid's Band
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Thursday, December 5, 2013. 6 GREAT Reasons to Support Your Kid's Band. Fitting in" can be awkward for kids. It's not always easy to find peers who share common interests - these are tricky waters to navigate for any young person. Some children find a sense of belonging through team sports. That same intense competition that pushes some children is a major turn off for others. So why not encourage your child or pre-teen to form a band? 1) A band will get your child out of his or her shell. The ability to...
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The ZOEN Blog: 35 Inspirational Quotes for Musicians
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Tuesday, April 2, 2013. 35 Inspirational Quotes for Musicians. Whether you're learning to play a musical instrument for the first time or picking back up with music after a long hiatus, you may need a little extra encouragement from time to time. If you're looking for inspiration to take the next step as a musician, here are 35 quotes just for you:. Music should make you feel good. 8211; Mark James Klepaski. 8220;Music can change the world because it can change people.” ― Bono. 8213; Leonard Bernstein.
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