As a musician or other artist, you know, deep down, that your art matters. And yet, our society views the arts as mere luxury items, entertainment, or hobbies. This can […]
Does your music or art really matter? YES! And here’s why. Read More »
Transcendent art isn’t just for the masters. You can do it, too! But how? First, you have to remember the true purpose of the arts, which not just self-expression–it’s *illumination*.
How Ordinary Artists Can Make Transcendent Art – 7 Steps Read More »
Has technology made us less creative and less connected as a society? After all, not that long ago, our Saturday evenings would have been spent gathered around someone’s piano, singing
We Used to Sing Together – Has Technology Made Us Less Creative & Connected? Read More »
Money and selling so often feel “icky” for many musicians & other artists. We need to make money in order to survive in our society, but turning our art into
Why Exchanging Art for Money Sometimes Feels Icky (Book Excerpt) Read More »
Can repetitive strain injuries make you a BETTER musician? Repetitive strain injuries are feared in the music and arts world because they can be debilitating and difficult to treat. But
How Repetitive Strain Injuries Made Me a *Better* Violinist Read More »
Have you ever noticed that there is something deeply wrong about the arts world? Our cities are choked with drab, boxy buildings, parking lots, and billboards. Our most popular music
The Wrongness in the Arts World (And What to Do About It) Read More »
Hello friends! Here’s another excerpt from my upcoming book, “Soulforce Arts: The Vital Role of Musicians & Other Artists in a World That’s Lost Its Mind.” It’s from Chapter 1,
The Cheapening Effect of Money on Art Read More »
When you don’t have enough time to practice, what’s usually behind that isn’t actually a matter of having enough time. It’s more commonly a matter of motivation. And what’s behind
A Powerful Mindset Shift for When You Don’t Have Time or Motivation to Practice Read More »
The arts have the potential to connect humanity with the larger forces of nature. If this potential were fully realized, this could have a transformative effect on humanity’s relationship with
The Arts & Disconnection from Nature Read More »
Hello friends! Here’s another excerpt from my upcoming book, “Soulforce Arts: The Vital Role of Musicians & Other Artists in a World That’s Lost Its Mind.” It’s from Chapter 1,
The Influence of the Calculating Mind in the Generation of Creative Ideas & Impulses Read More »
