Let's Play It By Ear Podcast
By Let's Play It By Ear Podcast
Let's Play It By Ear PodcastFeb 27, 2023
Op. 4, No. 6: Practice with Us
Welcome to our virtual practice room! Take a peek inside our heads with access to our thoughts and reactions as we practice on air.
Op. 4, No. 5: How to Practice for a Performance
Solo recital versus ensemble performance - is there a difference and what’s the difference? And do you prepare for each differently?
Op. 4, No. 4: How to Practice for an Exam
The countdown begins once you have an exam date. Scales, technical exercises, etudes, pieces…countless hours spent preparing. Good luck!
Op. 4, No. 3: Tick-Tock Clock
Having a limited amount of time is tough, especially when you have lots to do. How do you prioritize what to practice? How much time do you actually have to practice?
Op. 4, No. 2: The Art of Being Asian
From stereotypes to comparing our upbringing, we focus on how our ethnicity influences us as musicians and people. Are there advantages of being Asian? Disadvantages? Come find out.
Op. 4, No. 1: Getting Back into Shape
Motivating yourself to do work after a period of relaxation is always so hard. Musicians, like athletes, also have to get back into shape after holidays. We discuss different methods we each used to return to practicing and playing after time off.
Op. 3, No. 6: Secrets Revealed…
Take a front row seat as we grill each other with question after question, and discover surprises along the way!
Op. 3, No. 5: To Compose or Decompose?
Yes, it’s the big jingle reveal! But before that, we have some rules wishes of our own that we’d like to share with composers.
Op. 3, No. 4: Busted, Again! (Part 2)
Teachers know everything. Those who can’t perform, teach. Oh no, no, I won’t have time to practice, why even bother?
Op. 3, No. 3: How Smart Are We?
We put our theory and knowledge to the test in this episode. Watch as we get stumped by musical trivia questions!
Op. 3, No. 2: Busted! (Part 1)
Classical music is only for the elite! Why do you need a conductor? You’re a musician, play this!
Op. 3, No. 1: Can We Compose?
The theory and technique behind composing is enough to make us think twice and yet, in this episode, we try our hand at composing a jingle for our podcast!
Op. 2, No. 6: Lessons from a Master
We’ve each got two degrees under our belts, and yet we still feel like we know nothing. Join us as we recount tales of success and stories of struggles to keep our heads above water.
Op. 2, No. 5: Are We “One Trick Ponies”?
Sometimes we answer to the name of our instruments, rather than our own names. How inseparable are we from our musician-selves?
Op. 2, No. 4: Why We Communicate, Part 2
We enjoy getting together with friends, talking about music, sharing about life and our experiences. We yearn to connect on a human level.
Op. 2, No. 3: “Go, go, go. No one cares.”
Injuries, struggles, breakdowns…what do we experience on the road to “Just get it done”?
Op. 2, No. 2: Why We Communicate, Part 1
We explore the importance of opening up and talking to each other, and the help we discovered along the way.
Op. 2, No. 1: What Happened?
It’s been over half a year - what happened during that time? Tune in to find out why we put the podcast on hold.
Op. 1, No. 12: Undergrad Graduation & Real World Prep
Undergrad degree? Check. Cap & gown? Check. Diploma? Check. Real world? NOPE. Come relive our doubts and fears with us in the final episode of Opus 1.
Op. 1, No. 11: Graduation Recital
“Graduation Recital”. These 2 words can either strike fear or bring excitement. Tune in to see how we also approached this event differently compared to the other.
Op. 1, No. 10: Think Outside the Box
What’s your definition of success? We came to understand that there’s ACTUALLY more than one way. If only we knew back then…
Op. 1, No. 9: Get paid! Mvt. 2 - Music Jobs & Work Life Balance
Do you remember your first job? Tell us how similar or different your experience was compared to ours after this second part of the “Get paid!” mini-series.
Op. 1, No. 8: Get paid! Mvt. 1 - Gigging & Taxes
Money! Laugh along with us as we share how we bumbled our way through first gigs and the shock of first tax deductions in our two-part “Get paid!” mini-series.
Op. 1, No. 7: Professional Networking - How to get connected.
Your professors are so much more than just music gurus. They know life! Talk to them. We did & we want to share our experiences with you.
Op. 1, No. 6: Friendships & Support Network - It’s not just about you.
We’re better together - we couldn’t have gotten this far without each other. Join us in this heartwarming episode of friendship & support.
Op. 1, No. 5: Myths Vs. Reality, Mvt 3 - Studying & Electives
To sleep or study? We’ve all been there. Listen in and be comforted in knowing you’re not alone. Plus, stay tuned for tried and true tips in this last part of our Expectations v.s Reality mini-series.
Op. 1, No. 4: Myths Vs. Reality, Mvt 2 - Rehearsals & Concerts
Ever misplaced music just before a concert? We have! Don’t miss this heart-pounding retelling of a story in part 2 of the Expectations v.s. Reality mini-series.
Op. 1, No. 3: Myths Vs. Reality, Mvt. 1 - Practicing & Lessons
Part 1 of the Myths v.s. Reality mini-series. We’ll be bursting some music school bubbles here - join us to hear of the harsh truths we learned.
Op. 1, No. 2: Applying & Auditioning for Music School
Oh the nightmares and successes...find out what we learned during our very different approaches to the application & audition processes so you’re better prepared for yours!
Op. 1, No. 1: How We Met
Real and raw, just for you! Recount tales of days in music school with Carrie and Joanna, and find out how a decade old special friendship began when they accidentally stumbled upon a mutual love.