John-Paul Wares’ Post

What do you do when your focus is scattered like a bag of beads on the floor? A) You take the day off and stay away from screens. You use the day to recharge by spending time with family/friends or doing something outside (or both). B) You tackle no-brain tasks that have been on your to-do list for ages. C) Put on some energizing music and try hard to keep it together. While the first scenario would be the best way to deal with an unproductive day, most of us have to choose between B and C. I chose B today.

"Sight" Reading implies the eye. But it's been the ear the whole time. I am kind of tired of hearing "can you sing in tune, basic tunes, can you hear and understand what someone is singing? Can you “audiate” patterns & tunes ? Can you hear chord progressions?" all of these skills are involved in learning to read. It's all one thing. #SightReading #MusicLiteracy #MusicalSkills #EfficientMusicReader #MusicEducation #EarAndEye #MusicJourney #MusicalPotential #MusicTheory #BecomingLiterate

What’s up guys!? Let's chat about the power of consistent piano practice because trust me, it adds up BIG time! 🎶💪 Here's a little math for you: If you only practice during your lesson time, that's roughly 52 hours of practice in a year. Now, compare that to someone who hits the keys every single day—365 hours of practice! That's like being 7 years ahead in the musical journey! 😱🎉 But hey, life gets busy, right? Even if you manage to squeeze in 4 to 5 days of practice each week, you're still looking at a whopping 208 hours of practice over the year. That's four times more than the "lesson-only" folks! 📅✨ So, every time you decide to tackle those extra scales or conquer that tricky passage—whether it's an extra 5 or 10 minutes here and there—just think about how much it all adds up over time. Sure, deep, consistent practice is ideal, but don't underestimate the power of those smaller practice sessions, especially when life gets hectic. 🕰️💼 Every effort you put in, no matter how small, will eventually come back to you. So, let's make a pact: Get something in for your practice today, no matter how busy life gets! Let's move that needle and keep the music flowing! 🎹💫 Let me know your ideas for how YOU can get in extra time here and there in the comments! #PracticeMakesProgress #ConsistencyIsKey

Let’s maybe start here. How to activate children with singing, how to lull them quickly to sleep with singing or march them up a mountain with singing. Here I give 45 minutes in lecture and demonstration to show how these two paradigms of music precision therapy works with children. https://lnkd.in/edN6rFYF

🌞 Good Morning, Fluters Fam! 🎶 Wishing you all a melodious start to the day! As we embark on another beautiful day, let's set the tone with positivity and productivity. Here are some insightful tips to make the most out of today: Embrace Practice: Dedicate some time today to hone your craft. Whether it's mastering a tricky passage or exploring new techniques, consistent practice fuels growth and progress. Explore Repertoire: Discover new pieces or revisit old favorites. Exploring diverse repertoire keeps your musical journey vibrant and enriching. Connect with Community: Reach out to fellow flutists, mentors, or enthusiasts. Sharing experiences and insights fosters a sense of belonging and inspires collaboration. Prioritize Self-Care: Remember to take breaks, hydrate, and nourish your body and mind. A healthy balance between practice and self-care ensures sustained creativity and well-being. Set Goals: Define short-term and long-term goals to guide your musical journey. Whether it's preparing for a performance, mastering a new technique, or expanding your musical horizons, clear objectives pave the way for achievement. Let's make today harmonious and productive! Share your musical adventures and insights in the comments below. Wishing you all a day filled with music and joy! 🎵✨ #GoodMorning #FluteCommunity #MusicTips #Productivity #SelfCare #MusicalJourney

It's my two-year drummiversary! And the one time each year I'll share something from the non-professional side:) And this one comes with a story: I started working on this song over a year ago, before I'd even been drumming for a year. The first time I told my drum teacher I wanted to play "She" by Green Day, he put it on and had me attempt to play along. I was making a huge musical mess, just trying to keep up and smashing the cymbals where I thought they went, but it was a blast. Then I went about actually trying to play it correctly...and I struggled. For months and months I tried so hard to get it exactly like the original drummer had played it and I was failing hardcore. I finally just gave up, dejected. This year I decided to try it again, and I found a drumming app that helps you learn specific songs. I looked up "She" and it was listed as *Expert level.* Oh, so maybe *that's* why I couldn't get it perfect. I hadn't even been playing two years and I was trying to play an expert-level song. Something about that realization gave me permission to give up the perfectionism and play it as close to the original as my limited drum experience (and tons of practicing) could muster. So that's what I did, and all the joy I felt that first day of having fun trying to keep up came right back:) Here's the finished product. Hope you enjoy it half as much as I enjoyed playing it:)

I give myself regular power hours, and I hold the space for co-working with others too. I schedule them early in the day, before my mind is busy. All distractions removed. Desk top clear. All tabs closed. Phone on silent (or out of the room). Focus instrumental music on. Desk clear of everything I don't need. Go time. A few focus sessions like this a week make sure I'm moving forward on my #1 priority 😁💃💥 No distractions. No excuses. #timemanagement #timeblocking #scheduling #timestrategy #selfdiscipline #distraction #pomodoro

Understanding Vocal Registers: Unlocking Your Voice's Potential Discover the fascinating world of vocal registers, including chest voice, head voice, and falsetto. Learn how these concepts relate to thyroretinoid and cricothyroid dominance, making your vocal journey clearer and more impactful. Enhance your singing skills today! #VocalRegisters #ChestVoice #HeadVoice #Falsetto #SingingTechniques #VoiceTraining #MusicEducation #VocalHealth #SingingTips #MusicalTheory

Off-key, out of tune, missed notes, timing off... and it is all OK! Attended my younger son's 1st Recital today. An opportunity for the music school's students to perform on a proper stage. They all took turns to perform the pieces to the appreciative audiences and proud parents. Without much care, the kids just gave it all in that few minutes. How many times as adults are we too addicted with Perfection? Do we overly punish ourselves and others for mistakes? How flexible are we with a plan, and the fixation doesn't allow for organic creativity. For contrast, my older son was at the NDP NE Show. Everything must be 100% Perfect. Nothing wrong with the quest for excellence and pride. But the amount of toil and sacrifice, is imho brutal. How many shows and rehearsals lead to 9th August? Somewhere between the two, is a magical zone. This can translate to both fun and performance. Engagement and creativity. Balance and longevity.

The social media content for Purpose Project is officially underway and I'm so excited💃 The Purpose Project LinkedIn and Instagram pages are dedicated to sharing content that is: ❤️ Educational: Purpose Project is a research study on the topic of life's purpose. We'll use social media to share what we're learning. ❤️ Motivational: Discovering and realizing one's life purpose can be challenging. We hope to be a source of motivation to those who are in pursuit of their purpose. ❤️ Entertaining: The topic of purpose doesn't need to always feel so deep and daunting. It can be entertaining too. If this sounds like something you'd like in your social media feed, I hope you'll follow along. Our Instagram page is: https://lnkd.in/gb-25bsN #Purpose #PurposeProject