As a teacher and a parent, I've had to remind (nag?) many young musicians about the need to practice. And I continue to advise other teachers and parents on strategies to encourage more of it. So I'm ...

All musicians have a different approach to becoming their very best, but whatever your practice, it will inevitably include some version of running scales. There is a great deal of tedium in being ...

When I was a grad student, I spent a lot of time slouching. Over my notebook at school and in front of computers at both of my part-time jobs. Slumping at my steering wheel in between, I fantasized ...

Finding time to practice when you’re juggling work, family and friends can be a real headache. Yet staying in shape has never been more crucial, especially with the hectic pace of life. The good news ...

It's that time of year when the internet turns into a giant group chat about self-improvement. New year, new you. Better ...