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Discovering Devo
Devo started as an art project. They grew to be the most successful band of the early 80s. Band leaders Mark Mothersbaugh and Jerry Casale were joined by their brothers named Bob (earning band nick names Bob 1 and Bob 2). Adding incredibly talented drummer Alan Myers turned them into Early admirers were David Bowie, […]
Playing The Blues
In this series exploring how to play styles of music we first look at playing the blues. These tips are designed to help you play this style of music. Guitar – Playing the Blues Guitar is a featured instrument in this style of music. Many rock guitar techniques are based in blues playing. Simple rhythm […]
10 Common Song Mistakes
Mistakes, we all make them. To avoid the kind of reactions seen in the movie Whiplash (is highly recommended) from your teachers and fellow performers , please don’t make these errors. Ever. If your band mates do please feel within your rights to hurl any musical equipment in their direction. Smoke on the Water – Deep Purple […]
First Gig Experiences
The most nervous performance of your life is always the first gig. It all gets easier from then onwards. Some of our students will be performing publicly for the first time in the next month. We have our Showcase concert on November 26th as well as our end of year performance nights. Here the Eastern Suburbs […]
What We Teach
I asked the teachers of the Eastern Suburbs School of Music “What has been their favourite songs to teach during 2016?”. It is wonderful to see the variety of musical styles we are capable of teaching. If you would like to take lessons with any of our excellent teachers click the enquiry tab to the […]
What We are Listening to – Winter 2016
This week I asked the teachers of the Eastern Suburbs School of Music what they are currently listening to. It is always interesting to see the diverse music tastes among the 23 teachers of the Eastern Suburbs School of Music. Jason Fados – Guitar – Boronia I have currently been listening to the new Rival […]
Current Musical Projects
As well as being excellent instructors, our teachers are all involved in various musical projects and performances. Click the band name links, watch the YouTube clips and see the amazing talents of teachers from the Eastern Suburbs School of Music. Jason Fados – Guitar/Rock Band Workshop – Boronia My band Stevie & The Sleepers are ready to record […]
The Reality of Television Music Competitions
Who won the Voice last year? Who won the year before? Any Australia’s got Talent runners up you can name? Its the game of reality music television. A conveyor belt of very talented musicians. These musicians absolute deserve the exposure the shows afford them. The main problem that comes from reality music television is what […]