Sometimes the hardest part of practicing music is just getting started. Borrowing advice from running coaches: when you don’t feel like running, just put on your shoes and step outside.

Struggling to fit music practice into your day? You’re not alone. For many students, it’s not a lack of motivation but simply not knowing where practice fits in their schedule.

Improvisation as a pianist, guitarist, violinist or singer can feel intimidating if you’ve never tried it before. But the first five minutes of your practice session are the perfect time to experiment — you’ve got nothing to lose.

Think recording your practice is only for confident musicians? You’re not alone if you feel nervous or awkward hearing yourself.

Feeling low on motivation to practice music today? It happens — sometimes for days, weeks, or even longer.

Some days, music practice feels like a big ask, but staying connected to your instrument or voice doesn’t have to mean pushing through with full energy.

Have you ever felt that rush of inspiration when you first discover something new? But then, the second time you watch, listen to, or read that same thing, it doesn’t have the same power.

Are you holding back in your music practice because you're afraid of messing up? In this video, I share one of my favourite pieces of advice from my former double bass teacher, a bit of Aussie slang!

Do you carry tension in your body when you practice or perform? You’re not alone. Many musicians hold physical tension without realizing it, and that tension can affect your playing, singing, and focus.

If you haven’t practiced your instrument or sung in a while, perfectionism might be holding you back.