Guest Post: 5 Great Tips (and one extra little one) for Haggling with Musicians

This is a guest post by Hariette Hale. A classically trained musician and graduate of City University and the Guildhall School of Music, Harriette can be found all over London at songwriters showcases, jazz clubs, recording studios, private functions and classrooms, tutoring the next generation of musicians. As a founding member of many functions band,… Continue reading Guest Post: 5 Great Tips (and one extra little one) for Haggling with Musicians

Tempo Memory – By Mike Outram

This is a guest post by Mike Outram.  Mike is a London based guitarist, professor at Trinity College of Music and The Royal Academy of Music with performing credits including Tony Levin, Gavin Harrison, Robert fripp and many more.  More about him at: MikeOutram.com You’re in Gardonyi’s, looking over a piece of music that seems interesting and you want… Continue reading Tempo Memory – By Mike Outram

Jazz Camp Wraps Up, Good Teachers vs. Good Motivators – By James Danderfer

This is a guest post: by James Danderfer. “One of the best kept secrets in Canada, … a truly remarkable musician.” (- Bill King, Jazz Preview, Jazz FM91.1) James gained experience as both a band leader and sideman performing in Canadian jazz clubs, festivals and CBC radio programs, on cruise ships internationally, and in New… Continue reading Jazz Camp Wraps Up, Good Teachers vs. Good Motivators – By James Danderfer

Being a Freelance Guitar Player in NYC, 2010 by John Shannon

This is a guest post: by John Shannon. Modern guitarist, vocalist and song crafter John Shannon believes in the power of music to enlighten the mind. Having already toured the globe with some of the brightest rising stars of indie rock, folk and jazz including Sonya Kitchell, Haale and Hiromi, Shannon’s solo work has taken… Continue reading Being a Freelance Guitar Player in NYC, 2010 by John Shannon

The artist, the businessman and the spiritually fulfilled – Making a living out of music by Mike Relf

This is a guest post: by Mike Relf. Freelance guitarist, guitar teacher and more Mike is a regular deputy for many bands. He is well known as a sideman to many and enjoys a reputation as a versatile & musical freelance guitar player along with that of an experienced and inspiring teacher.  More about him @… Continue reading The artist, the businessman and the spiritually fulfilled – Making a living out of music by Mike Relf

Getting into the studio by Guy Gardner

  This is a guest post: by Guy Gardner. Gifted jazz pianist and author, Guy’s début recording as a leader is ‘Emma’s Dream’ with Bassist Jeff Clyne and Drummer Trevor Tomkins, featuring original material. ‘New Directions’ will be available later on this year. You can find more about him @ www.GuyGardner.co.uk  It’s a cold November morning, and we’ve… Continue reading Getting into the studio by Guy Gardner