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clarablood
- Aug 31, 2021
- 2 min
5 Steps to Effective Practice Recording
KEEP YOUR SET UP SIMPLE For the purposes of recording your practicing, a phone, tablet, or computer is fine. Don't fret over having a...
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clarablood
- Jul 31, 2021
- 2 min
How to get over the fear of recording yourself
By Dr. Clara Blood I’ll be honest, recording myself playing the oboe has never been a pleasant experience. Listening back to your own...
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clarablood
- Sep 5, 2020
- 1 min
Reed alone exercises tutorial
I start every practice session with these reed alone exercises. Be precise and mindful as you do these exercises- you are mentally...
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clarablood
- May 22, 2020
- 2 min
Own Your Accomplishments: Creating Confidence and Graciousness
What is your response when someone pays you a compliment? Do you deflect or downplay it? The reaction is an automatic result of social...
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clarablood
- May 12, 2020
- 2 min
Beyond Suck it Up Buttercup: Learning from Setbacks
As musicians, we are some of the most resilient people on the planet. We are constantly taking professional risks and subjecting...
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clarablood
- May 4, 2020
- 2 min
Connecting with your musical "why": Building fun and creativity into your practice
As we find ourselves almost two months into this period of self- isolation, you might find yourself in a bit of a practice funk and in...
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clarablood
- Apr 28, 2020
- 2 min
How to Maximize Your Practice Sessions
Have you ever sat down to practice and then an hour later feel like you've accomplished nothing? The tips in this week's post will...
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clarablood
- Apr 18, 2020
- 2 min
Tips for Mindful Reedmaking Part 2
This week's post is a continuation of last week's mindful reedmaking tips. Robert Atherholt, my undergraduate teacher at Rice University...
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clarablood
- Apr 11, 2020
- 3 min
Tips for Mindful Reedmaking
Just as this time of social isolation presents the perfect opportunity to refine your practice routine, it also provides the opportunity...
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clarablood
- Apr 4, 2020
- 2 min
Social Distancing Practice Ideas
FUNDAMENTALS Since we are in an indefinite period of social isolation, this is a golden opportunity to hone your skills, sharpen your...
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