Thursday, May 13, 2010
Dave Lalama...Day 6: My ACTUAL Last Workshop
Now I can say I've had my final workshop with Dave (sadly). We've covered a lot of ground in the past 5 sessions and we covered a lot of ground today. Boy, do I have a lot to practice this summer! Which is good, since I'll be spending six weeks working at an intense music camp. I always know I have to practice, but it's hard when I don't know exactly what to practice. When someone flat-out gives you exercises and scales to practice, at least you have a jumping off point. So yes, I have a lot to practice, but it's reassuring to know where to start. I'm still getting the hang of diatonic sevenths in all twelve keys, and then I'll move on to diatonic sevenths in all minor keys. Then I have to master the whole-half diminished scale, and then the half-whole diminished scale. I look forward to the day where I am fluent in every key, and Dave's teachings and advice will help me get there.
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
My First Shot at a Manifesto
Here's a first draft of my College Manifesto. What I wrote applies to my life as a music major, as well as my life in general, as a person. Here it is!
1. Exercise discipline by practicing/studying music for at least two hours a day, or more if possible.
2. Finish everything I start.
3. Approach all tasks with bold optimism; be less skeptical/sarcastic and more positive and friendly.
4. Take advantage of every opportunity that I am presented with.
5. Do not judge anyone or anything too quickly.
6. Make sacrifices when necessary; do not let anything get in the way of achieving my goals (e.g. make a social sacrifice to practice/study instead of go out with friends).
7. Be auto-didactic; do more and learn more than only what is required.
8. If another artist is better than I am, take it as a challenge rather than discouragement; use it as motivation to improve.
9. Find value in every educational experience.
10. Be open-minded, outgoing, and honest.
11. Spend money only when necessary; do not spend frivolously.
12. Make no excuses; get the job done.
13. Allow myself a little time to relax each day.
14. Remember that I chose this career to follow my bliss; remember that I love what I am doing and should enjoy it.
1. Exercise discipline by practicing/studying music for at least two hours a day, or more if possible.
2. Finish everything I start.
3. Approach all tasks with bold optimism; be less skeptical/sarcastic and more positive and friendly.
4. Take advantage of every opportunity that I am presented with.
5. Do not judge anyone or anything too quickly.
6. Make sacrifices when necessary; do not let anything get in the way of achieving my goals (e.g. make a social sacrifice to practice/study instead of go out with friends).
7. Be auto-didactic; do more and learn more than only what is required.
8. If another artist is better than I am, take it as a challenge rather than discouragement; use it as motivation to improve.
9. Find value in every educational experience.
10. Be open-minded, outgoing, and honest.
11. Spend money only when necessary; do not spend frivolously.
12. Make no excuses; get the job done.
13. Allow myself a little time to relax each day.
14. Remember that I chose this career to follow my bliss; remember that I love what I am doing and should enjoy it.
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