“Does arts education really matter in our modern chaotic world?” – 100 Days of Soulforce #6
One part of you may sometimes feel like what you do as an arts educator as little bearing on the world at large. After all, does teaching dance or music […]
Playing From the Heart: The Key to Soulforce – 100 Days of Soulforce #5
What does “playing from the heart” really mean? Is it something that only some people have, or happens only sometimes? Or can it be learned and mastered like any other
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Can artists *really* heal the world? 100 Days of Soulforce #4
As performing artists, we *know* that what we do makes a difference – we touch the lives of many people through our performances and teaching. And yet, the story we
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“Interbeing” – The Connection of Climate Change and the Arts – 100 Days of Soulforce #2
Interbeing is a term coined by Thich Nhat Hanh, who was one of the great Zen masters of the 20th and 21st centuries. Interbeing is both a philosophy and experience,
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Life Purpose for Performing Artists – 100 Days of Soulforce #3
Life purpose means going beyond merely have a “career” in a particular field, but really living out, as David Whyte says, “The story you were born with.” Another important idea
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100 Days of Soulforce – Day 1 – “What is Soulforce Artistry”?
What’s “100 Days of Soulforce”? I’m embarking on a mission to spread the word about Soulforce Performing Arts because I believe it is a needed message for artists of all
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The Six Pillars of Soulforce Performance Arts
The Six Pillars of Soulforce Performance Arts What it means to be a performing artist has clearly evolved over time – we have enacted rituals, glorified religious or political ideals,
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On the balance of Heart and Technique
When we begin to let go of rigid adherence to traditional approaches of mastering our craft, there can be a fear that all standards of excellence will be left behind.
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A List of 20+ Surprising Benefits of Releasing Excess Muscle Tension for Musicians
Muscle tension affects everything we care about as musicians. Do you want effortless technique? Let go of tension. Do you want a resonant, haunting sound? Let go of tension. Do
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When Your Life Feels Like a Blues Song, Why Not Play Along?
Does your life as a musician feel like a blues song sometimes? Not enough money Not enough respect And then your lover leaves you! You could let this get you
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