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What To Do When You Don’t Feel Like Practicing

Imagine you get a chance to see your favourite tennis player train. And one player is on the court. But your favourite refuses to go on court. His reason?: I had to file a VAT return for my accountant and … Continue reading

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When Noodling Can be Mandatory

I wrote in a previous article that when we’re practicing it’s important to focus on the practice and not get distracted by ‘noodling’ on our basses.  And in that article I concluded that only focused, disciplined practice would make us … Continue reading

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My Definition Of Talent – Hard Work Over Time

If you asked people what factor most contributed to Mozart’s success you’d probably get this answer: he was born with a gift for music. Ask them the same question, this time about Tiger Woods and you’d get a similar answer: … Continue reading

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