by monica | Mar 24, 2025 | C Sharp
It’s a question that isn’t so easy to answer. On one hand, you might feel the essence of music cannot be captured by a grade; on the other hand, you might think how good the certificates look on paper. But whether or not you should take a music exam isn’t so much...
by monica | Mar 17, 2025 | C Sharp
“So, what music do you listen to?” It’s a pretty common question, typically asked when two people gradually veer towards awkward silence. And to be fair, it tends to be a good conversation starter. It’s a question that’s almost universally applicable – most...
by monica | Mar 10, 2025 | C Sharp
A man I know once spoke about the difference between music as a passion and as a hobby. He said that those for whom music was a passion were ‘real’ musicians; he wasn’t very clear on the latter. He spoke as if those who saw music as a hobby were somehow beneath...
by monica | Mar 3, 2025 | C Sharp
I was about 11 or 12 years old when I first learned to play the guitar. I took that first step because I dreamt of playing what I loved—Led Zeppelin, Metallica and Iron Maiden. Around then, I’d endlessly watch videos of Zeppelin live, with the hope of soloing like...
by monica | Feb 24, 2025 | C Sharp
Performing in a band is without a doubt one of the most fulfilling things you can do as a musician. Sure, playing by yourself is nice, but there’s something special about coming together with other musicians to make something of your own. It’s not just about original...
