Author Archives: James

About James

Co-founder of ilearnmusic.com - currently residing in the lowcountry of South Carolina. Professional jazz and classical pianist, music teacher, and Red Sox fan

The truth about music lessons

Posted on December 28, 2007 by James

This is an excellent article regarding the truth about music lessons – leave your thoughts… The Truth About Music Lessons by Jeffrey A. Tucker At some point when a child is very young, many parents consider pushing the kid into … Continue reading →

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100 videos

Posted on July 12, 2007 by James

We have hit the 100 video mark in our instructional video area. We have recently added a new category called ‘masterclasses’ where you can watch videos of the finest teachers and master students and gain some insight. This is especially … Continue reading →

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Beginning Guitar

Posted on June 20, 2007 by James

This week I have been teaching a beginner guitar camp and had a bit of a revelation when teaching chords. Since it is difficult to teach to switch positions quickly when you are first starting out with chords, have one … Continue reading →

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Footprints

Posted on June 7, 2007 by James

Footprints by Wayne Shorter is a great jazz standard by a great jazz musician. Tonight, enjoy this live performance of the Miles Davis Quintet effortlessly improvising on this tune. If you want to know more about Wayne Shorter, check out … Continue reading →

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New Site Design

Posted on May 29, 2007 by James

As you’ve probably noticed, we’ve redesigned ilearnmusic.com to look a little more sleek and web 2.0ish. Hope you like it. We’ve also added a section in the member area called ilearnmusic LIVE! where students can arrange live private lessons with … Continue reading →

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Copland Wednesday

Posted on May 9, 2007 by James

A fantastic video found on YouTube of Aaron Copland’s music and an interview dated July 1980. Wonderful for your classroom! Enjoy.

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Radiotime

Posted on May 5, 2007 by James

Here’s a useful website for yourself, or for your music classroom. Radiotime.com allows you to listen to radio stations nationwide free over the internet – so you can find any style of music at anytime and also many times talk … Continue reading →

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Random video with cool music

Posted on April 28, 2007 by James

My friend Mark was bored – so he made this somewhat pointless Youtube video with some cool original music – Enjoy!

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Music Advocacy Quotes

Posted on April 27, 2007 by James

Having trouble getting your administrator or school board to understand the value of music. For this Friday, here are some great quotes by important people about the value of music education: Music Advocacy’s Top Ten Quotes 1. “During the Gulf … Continue reading →

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No Intro Needed

Posted on April 23, 2007 by James
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Jazz Sunday I

Posted on April 23, 2007 by James

Every Sunday, I’m going to try and put a link to some inspirational jazz. Here is young jazz prodigy Eldar Djangirov with his trio playing live in Amsterdam. I’m so on cloud 9 right now as the Red Sox swept … Continue reading →

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A peek of summer

Posted on April 21, 2007 by James

Here is an awesome duet I found of two amazing musicians (violin and guitar) performing Vivaldi’s Summer. Very inspirational! There website is found at: duo4by6.com

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