A weekly podcast discussion between two music educators on music, education and ideas. Hosted by Dave Donoghue of Kaizen Guitar Academy and Éimhin Cradock of Drumadore.
In this weeks episode we discuss 3 steps towards finding more time in your day to practice music. How to find the time, how to get clear on what to practice and most importantly how to commit to it! For more info on Dave: http://bit.ly/2WQHI7c For more info on Eimhin: http://bit.ly/2De7iK0
In this episode we share some insights on personal values and how they can affect your music playing and/or teaching. Values determination process: http://bit.ly/2WKGfP6 For more info on Dave: http://bit.ly/2WQHI7c For more info on Eimhin: http://bit.ly/2De7iK0
In this episode we share six ideas for music educators on using their time over Summer to prepare back for September. For more info on Dave: http://bit.ly/2WQHI7c For more info on Eimhin: http://bit.ly/2De7iK0
In this episode we share ideas on how to communicate with younger students in a learning environment. For more info on Dave: http://bit.ly/2WQHI7c For more info on Eimhin: http://bit.ly/2De7iK0
In this episode we talk about ways to increase the value you bring to your gigs and/or lessons. For more info on Dave: http://bit.ly/2WQHI7c For more info on Eimhin: http://bit.ly/2De7iK0
In this episode we discuss three reasons to listen to more music and the knock on effects it can have on your playing. For more info on Dave: http://bit.ly/2WQHI7c For more info on Eimhin: http://bit.ly/2De7iK0
In this weeks episode we chat about the upcoming Music Practicals for Junior and Leaving Certs. For more info on Dave: http://bit.ly/2WQHI7c For more info on Eimhin: http://bit.ly/2De7iK0
In this weeks episode we chat about some playing habits to consider giving up for Lent, or even just to give up in general ;-) For more info on Dave: http://bit.ly/2WQHI7c For more info on Eimhin: http://bit.ly/2De7iK0
In this weeks episode we chat about podcasts on the go! For more info on Dave: http://bit.ly/2WQHI7c For more info on Eimhin: http://bit.ly/2De7iK0
In this week's episode we discuss Marshmello's recent Fortnite gig, look back on what it was like creating music in bands 5 years ago along all the usual randomness in between! For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this week's episode we discuss the various sides of creating content as music educators in todays world. The pros, the cons, the trolls. For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this week's episode we discuss our two major takeaways from this weeks teaching. For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this week's episode we talk about New Years Resolutions: what works, what doesn't. Also the value of setting new directions and daily disciplines. For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this week's quick episode we break down some of the key elements of "Back in Black". For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this week's slick episode we lay down quick tips for playing Christmas songs. For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
Ho, Ho Ho. In this weeks episode we break down the musical elements of the Band Aid classic "Do They Know it's Christmas time". For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this weeks episode, we discuss Eimhin's prep with Drumadore ahead of their Late Late Toy Show appearance, along with the usual banter! SELECTED LINKS FROM THE EPISODE: Drumadore performance video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=689iF4I1Ehc For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this episode, we discuss some Christmas present ideas, an important musical element of Christmas songs and have some of the usual banter in between! For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this episode, we discuss TV themes and how music is around you even though at times you may not think you are taking it in! TV Themes discussed include: 1. Joe 90 2. Ducktales 3. Power Rangers 4. The A-Team 5. MacGyver For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this episode, we discuss the following topics with relation to practice: 1. Planning your time for the upcoming week 2. Reviewing your time from the previous week 3. Adapting your actions For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this episode we lay down a challenge for the month of November! For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this episode, using "Thriller" as an example, we discuss how we would break down a song into learnable parts for students as well as.. 1. Counting bars and syncopated beats 2. Choosing between open, power and bar chords 3. Picking considerations for playing guitar fills and bass lines For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this episode, we discuss the following topics and questions: Action: 1. Could treat or treating be your child's first gig? 2. Taking purposeful action 3. Perfect vs Imperfect action For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this episode, we discuss the following topics and questions: Classic bands: 1. What they have to offer your music playing 2. How are they different from modern bands? 3. Why listen to them? For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this episode, we discuss the following topics and questions: 1. How much playing versus teaching in a lesson? 2. What is the optimum length of a lesson? 3. Lesson regularity - weekly, monthly or ad hoc? For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this episode, we discuss the following topics and questions: 1. Long Term Goals: What do you want from music? 2. How knowing your direction can inform your choices 3. Narrowing students down to a song choice through a goal setting framework For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this episode, we discuss the following topics and questions: 1. What is the best practice routine for you? 2. The compound effect and its role in practice 3. Gamification and how it can influence or encourage students to practice more For more info on: Dave - www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - www.facebook.com/drumadore/
In this first episode, we discuss the following topics and questions: 1. How do I encourage my child into playing music? 2. What age would you generally have a child begin playing music? 3. The importance of enthusiasm 4. Choosing an instrument in the beginning 5. How to find a suitable teacher For more info on: Dave - https://www.facebook.com/DaveDGuitar/ Eimh - https://www.facebook.com/drumadore/
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