3 Things Smart Musicians Practice Every 90 Days
Did you know setting a 90 day goal can be a game changer for your music?
That’s because a 90 day goal is short term enough to be actionable.
So, to help you set some 90 day musical goals, I’ve created a list of 3 sample topics you could choose to work on.
These are 3 pain points for lots of jazz piano players. So, I’ll also attach some resources to get you started.
Ready? Let’s rock…
1. How To Sharpen Your Jazz Theory Chops
- Maximize your understanding of the #1 scale to play over major chords here.
- Check out this guide to Barry Harris harmony hacks here.
- Feeling stuck with theory? Want 1 on 1 help from a world renowned coach? Apply to work with a mentor in the Jazz Inner Circle Program here
2. Building A Repertoire Of Tunes
- Here’s a list of 9 great jazz tunes every pianist must learn here.
- Learn how to play a beginner version of Summertime here.
- Want help building a great jazz repertoire? Apply to work with a mentor in the Jazz Inner Circle Program here
3. Trio Playing Skill Development
- Check out this Oscar Peterson style left hand lesson here
- Mini tutorial on how to voice chords when playing with a bassist here
- Feeling stuck on trio playing? Want to get gigs? Apply to work with a mentor in the Jazz Inner Circle Program here
Alright set a simple goal to improve your playing in 1 of these 3 areas. 90 days. Make it simple. Take action. Reap the rewards.
Until next time. Take some action. Make great music!
Sincerely,
Steve “90 Day Goals” Nixon
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