Keys2Life

Keys2Life
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A conversation between two very different professional piano players with very much common. This is a place for musicians, students and humans to feel a connection to their art, their world, their fears and their successes.

  1. Audience Connection, Marketing, Cool Sounds

    2024-07-24

    Audience Connection, Marketing, Cool Sounds

    We have been away for a while. Excited to be back, Matt and Chris discuss audience connection, when to apologize, adding great sounds to your DAW, marketing ideas and some cool gig tips.

    1h 2m
  2. Hypnosis and Your Life with Wayne Lee

    2023-09-29

    Hypnosis and Your Life with Wayne Lee

    When we change how we think, amazing things happen. What a treat having one of Canada's premiere hypnotists, Wayne Lee, on the show. Wayne not only helps Matt and Chris resolve some performance anxiety but he gives great tips and suggestions for how to use mental tools in our daily lives to achieve the possible!

    1h 26m

  3. 2023-08-24

    What to Do With a Music Degree PLUS Baa Baa Black Sheep

    In this podcast, #14 I might add, we discuss soloing ideas, why you shouldn't smash your MacBook, what to do with a music degree and how to reharmonize Baa Baa Black Sheep.

    1h 17m
  4. How to Play What People Want to Hear

    2023-06-23

    How to Play What People Want to Hear

    Did Chris' song Home, really get a million plays? Chris and Matt discuss how to play for a diverse audience, understanding how people listen and what is pleasing to them. Chris also demos how to use certain keyboard sounds and why they work. AND...wait for it, did you know that Chris could beat box? It only took 14 episodes!

    1h 32m
  5. Women In Music: A Unique Journey with Nora Bumanis and Ariana Whitlow

    2023-05-03

    Women In Music: A Unique Journey with Nora Bumanis and Ariana Whitlow

    Today we get to hear some wonderful perspectives from two of Edmonton's most successful women in the music industry. Nora Bumanis (Edmonton Symphony harpist) and Arian Whitlow (one of Edmonton's busiest vocalists bring important insights into the role women play in the music industry. Funny stories, poignant insights and informative conversation season this episode in a delightful manner.

    1h 22m
  6. A Chat with Canadian Vocalist Ariana Whitlow

    2023-04-04

    A Chat with Canadian Vocalist Ariana Whitlow

    Chris and Matt start off the podcast talking about the creative process and how it makes it get stuck - especially Matt. Then enjoy a wonderful interview with Ariana Whitlow (31:00 min mark) as we discuss what goes into planning a great show. If you are planning a concert, there are some good tips here. PLUS - hear Matt's dog lose her mind when Hello Fresh arrives.

    1h 33m
  7. The Soul of the Piano & The Heart of the Pianist Exposed

    2023-03-15

    The Soul of the Piano & The Heart of the Pianist Exposed

    In this episode Chris and Matt talk about the history of the piano, the passion it take to play it and the joy it brings others. Chris demonstrates how to get the right tone and Matt reveals how his dueling piano gig/lessons went. Plus, what happens when a homeless man asks Chris to play a request in a subway.

    1h 25m

  8. 2023-02-15

    A Teacher Still Learning

    A lovely chat about his music journey with Canadian music icon, Charlie Austin. Chris and Matt both studied under Charlie and are thrilled to have him on the podcast today.

    1h 42m
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A conversation between two very different professional piano players with very much common. This is a place for musicians, students and humans to feel a connection to their art, their world, their fears and their successes.

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  • Creator
    Keys2Life
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Keys2Life
  • Show Website
    Keys2Life