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The Beginners: Two Years Later
by Chris Mosey
The band's name is a typical piece of shy Swedish understatement. Its two leaders, guitarist Erik Söderlind and saxophonist Andreas Gidlund, are anything but beginners; they have a great deal of experience on the local jazz scene. Söderlind has attracted attention for his collaborations with veteran keyboards player Kjell Öhman and his studio work. Gidlund led soul singer Jennifer Brown's backing band and has played with the likes of guitarist Ulf Wakenius and saxophonist Scott Hamilton. Neither ...
Continue ReadingMusic SEO Advice For Beginners
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This week the Music Biz Weekly podcast tackles the topic of SEO-Search Engine Optimization. Don’t be afraid of this episode, they bring the topic of SEO down to a level that we call all understand. What is SEO and how is it different than SEM, Search Engine Marketing? What makes up good SEO? What is black hat SEO? What question should you ask a SEO company so you don’t get scammed? What can happen if someone implements a bad SEO strategy? ...
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A Beginners Guide To Snapchat For Musicians
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With its substantial user base and easy-to-use format, Snapchat can be a convenient asset for artists looking for new ways to connect with their fans, if they aren't using it already. This article looks at the most effective way an artist can utilize the platform, provided they meet certain criteria. Guest Post by Chris Robley on The DIY Musician If you’ve been on the planet for more than a quarter century, you could be forgiven for not really knowing much about Snapchat. ...
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Music Education Monday: B-3 for beginners
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St. Louis Jazz Notes by Dean Minderman
The sound of the Hammond B-3 organ is an integral part of many American musical genres, from blues and funk to gospel and soul. It's been part of jazz, too, almost since its invention in 1935, but really came into prominence starting in the 1950s thanks to Jimmy Smith. Smith, a Philadelphia native who started as a pianist, developed a distinctive style of playing that took advantage of the Hammond's unique feature set and put the organ at the center ...
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Jazz.FM91 Announces "Jazz 101: The Beginners Guide To Jazz"
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Jessica Frohman
After the very successful launch of “Jazz 101: The Beginner’s Guide to Jazz” in May, JAZZ.FM91 announced the Fall release of this course. Designed for jazz fans, these 6-week jazz appreciation courses are interactive and engaging guides to the icons and innovators. Through engaging lectures, listening, demonstration, and discussion, participants will learn from jazz experts and gain a basic understanding of jazz. The courses are $125 (includes all 6 lectures) and enrollment can be made online by visiting jazz.fm. Jazz ...
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