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A Few Thoughts on Playing Live

by Tan Yew Wei on October 31, 2009

This is just a little post, but I thought I’d make the point. Playing Live is not the same as playing at home. In fact, playing for any sort of audience is not the same as your regular practice, even if it in front of video camera. The reason this is the case is because [...]

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Composing Your Own Songs: Is it too early to start?

by Tan Yew Wei on September 17, 2009

Admittedly, some people truly want to simply play music in the way that it is presented in scores or other means. However, there are some people who really want to write their own songs. Somehow, there is a creative knack in some people and they really want to write something that they can call their [...]

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Practicing the Guitar Seated vs Standing

by Tan Yew Wei on August 23, 2009

The Decision to play the guitar seated or standing will depend on various factors. Firstly, Refer to the pictures. The first is of a flamenco guitar player. That would be the typical stance for a classical guitar player. It is also customary for one to play in that position during performances, etc. The second picture [...]

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Confidence: The Drug That’s Free

by Tan Yew Wei on August 5, 2009

When i was young, i was the atypical shy kid. Throughout my childhood i would not spontaneously partake in activities. I resented group work in class, often having to be coaxed by my teachers. That was the past. Now i’m a drug dealer who’s addicted to my own drug. The drug – is Self Confidence. [...]

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