You'll Hear It How I Became A Better Player In My 40's
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Feb 26, 2024 Join Adam as he shares his inspiring journey of becoming a better musician in his 40s. He reflects on the role of mentorship and how being in the right environment propelled his growth. Adam’s shift to focusing solely on jazz piano transformed his artistic identity. He discusses how personal practices like sobriety and meditation enriched his musical honesty and presence. Discover the value of teaching in deepening one's understanding and the importance of habit stacking for continuous improvement!
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From Early Promise To Late Blooming Growth
- Adam describes his musical journey from youthful attention to leveling up in his 40s through Open Studio and mentorship.
- He credits shadowing Peter, transcribing, and focused practice for his dramatic improvement.
Apprentice With A Better Player
- Do find a mentor and apprentice under someone you respect to accelerate skill development quickly.
- Shadowing, transcribing, and close observation reveal practical techniques you can't learn alone.
Focus On One Musical Path
- Do choose a focused area of practice instead of being a perpetual generalist to deepen mastery.
- Committing time to jazz piano helped Adam re-identify as a jazz pianist and improve faster.