Office Hours With Bob Ross

In this episode I discuss how being disciplined and having a plan is the path to freedom. Video Lessons Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss/?rel=search#profile My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss the importance of picking one artist/musician to study for an extended time. Video Lessons Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss/?rel=search#profile My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss how working on technique is a foundation that transcends genres. Video Lessons Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss/?rel=search#profile My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss a few approaches to voice leading. Video Lessons Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss/?rel=search#profile My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss the steps to take towards mastering a skill. Video Lessons Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss/?rel=search#profile My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss how playing harmonically rich chords doesn't make it Jazz. Video Lessons Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss/?rel=search#profile My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss the importance of following the process and going through the struggle of learning. Make sure to subscribe and leave a rating! Video Lessons Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss/?rel=search#profile My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss the importance of staying focused on your musical path and not having your attention pulled in all directions. Video Lessons & Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss/?rel=search#profile My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss why skill acquisition and deliberate practice is the key to progress. Video Lessons & Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss/?rel=search#profile My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss why I have and continue to pursue the great art of Jazz. Video Lessons & Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss/?rel=search#profile My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss the mindset surrounding music as a hobby as opposed to a career. Video Lessons & Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss/?rel=search#profile My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss how it is necessary to acknowledge the small wins in practice and in pursuing your music career. Video Lessons & Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss/?rel=search#profile My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss the importance of focusing your effort during practice and how many hours of practice a day may not be beneficial. Video Lessons & Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss/?rel=search#profile My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss the transition from "maintenance practice" to process and outcome driven practice. It is in this stage metric tracking can yield great results. My album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss the multiple ways you can approach transcription along with writing your own ideas to implement into your musical vocabulary. My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss taking action and not waiting for a short cut. It's imperative to put in the work and just do what you need to do to excel. My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss two ways to structure your practice routine, what to do if you miss a day, and the one thing to keep in mind as you continue the journey. My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss how the all or nothing approach is not the best mindset for developing your practice routine. Instead, we should make the best of the time that we do have. My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss approaches to use to find out if you really know a topic. My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss the uncertainties that can occur on the musical journey. My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss the importance of always being a student in order to constantly push your boundaries. My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622 YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/TheBobrossmusic

In this episode I discuss focusing on the process as opposed to the outcome and documenting the journey. My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622

In this episode I discuss one concept that has yielded the best results in progressing my improvisational skills. My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622

In this episode I discuss a variety of practice approaches and the constant process of discovery to develop an effective practice routine. Books mentioned Decoding Greatness by Ron Friedman https://amzn.to/32kAO1j Ode To A Tenor Titan https://amzn.to/3sqUFH2 My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622

In this episode I discuss the influence I have gained from musical genres outside of Jazz and what, if any, impact it continues to have on my playing. My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622

In this episode I discuss the value of focusing on systems and processes. We may not have a block of 2 or more hours to practice, but even 10-15 minutes of intentional focus can yield significant results! My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622

In this episode I discuss the dichotomy of focusing on one particular subject and the more generalized focus on many subjects. Book reference: Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World by David Epstein https://amzn.to/3cS9wBd My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622

My new album, The Journey is available on all major streaming platforms and is available for purchase. Make sure to check it out and let me know what you think! https://music.apple.com/us/album/the-journey/1588965622

In this episode I discuss the dark cloud of student loans and how following the old adage of "just worry about it later" is a horrible idea. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a comment! Website www.bobrossguitar.com Lessons & Courses http://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss.com

In this episode I discuss the give and take relationship we have with our smart phones and affect it has on our musical path. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a comment! Website www.bobrossguitar.com Lessons & Courses http://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss.com

In this episode I discuss the never ending debate on whether or not music reading is necessary and which is more important, reading or aural skills. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a comment! Website www.bobrossguitar.com Lessons & Courses http://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss.com

In this episode I discuss the comparison trap. We are all guilty of making comparisons between our musical journey and others. Instead of spending time obsessing over the accomplishments of others, take action to move further on your path. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a comment! Website www.bobrossguitar.com Lessons & Courses http://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss.com

In this episode I answer questions from my Instagram followers. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a comment! www.bobrossguitar.com Lessons & Courses http://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss.com

In this episode I discuss the elements of a practice routine. These include technique, scales, arpeggios, chords, tunes, transcription, theory, and improvisational concepts. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a comment! www.bobrossguitar.com Lessons & Courses http://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss.com

In this episode I discuss setting boundaries in your practice routine, trusting the process, and the obsession factor. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a comment! www.bobrossguitar.com Lessons & Courses http://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss.com

In this episode I discuss a few of the frustrations involved in being a gigging musician. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a comment! www.bobrossguitar.com

In this episode I discuss the overwhelming amount of resources for learning and the diminishing focus on having one teacher. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a comment! www.bobrossguitar.com

In this episode I discuss the many facets of what can make a career in music. It no longer has to be limited to the paradigm of being signed to a record company and being a touring musician. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a comment! www.bobrossguitar.com

In this episode I discuss my experience as a first year high school teacher and how it compares with my past experiences. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a comment! www.bobrossguitar.com

In this episode I discuss the downside of viewing Jazz improvisation as just a series of licks and how recognizing it as a dialogue yields the greatest return. www.bobrossguitar.com

In this episode I discuss the specifics on what to listen to/for when listening to music. Make sure to comment with any topics and/or questions you would like for me to discuss!

In this episode I discuss the labeling of Jazz and how using the description "elevator music" limits the scope of this great art form. Website www.bobrossguitar.com Lessons & Courses www.musiclessons.com/bobross

In this episode I discuss my observation on what is missing with music today in an age of streaming and instant gratification. Website www.bobrossguitar.com Lessons & Courses www.musiclessons.com/bobross

In this episode I discuss the trap of becoming "Instafamous" on social media and weighing the benefits of having such platforms to share our music. www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss.com www.bobrossguitar.com

In this episode I discuss a few books that have had an impact on my musical thinking. How To Improvise - Hal Crook Ready, Aim, Improvise - Hal Crook Jazz Composer's Companion - Gil Goldstein Practicing Jazz - David Baker The Jazz Language - Dan Haerle Clear Solutions - Jerry Coker The Jazz Sound - Dan Haerle Lessons and Courses: www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss

In this episode I discuss 5 books that have had an impact on my musical thinking. Lessons and Courses: www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss

In this episode I discuss the dilemma of having too many topics to practice and the constant pull on our attention to move on too quickly. I also share some insight on my current practice routine. Video Lessons & Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss

In this episode I discuss the steps I've taken to work on solo guitar playing. Although it can seem intimidating at first, these small steps can yield great results. Video Lessons & Courses https://www.musiclessons.com/BobRoss

In this episode I discuss what it means to be successful on an individual basis.

In this episode I discuss a different type of burnout and the push and pull of our daily lives.

In this episode I talk about having less stress in some respects during this current state we are living in.