Two months in lockdown and everything still seems like a metaphor to orchestra life.
Four insights from starting a blog during a pandemic
Reflections on life without auditions
With no auditions or concerts to prepare for, five New World Symphony musicians share what they are focusing on now, what they are discovering about their musicianship, and what’s keeping them going!
COVID Side Hustles: Trevor Andrews
An interview with Violist and Video Game Coach Trevor Andrews plus advice, encouragement, and resources for musicians looking to start their own side gig.
The Stay-Home Brew: 5 Questions to Help Musicians Stay Positive
Career and creativity coach Astrid Baumgardner shares advice and resources to help musicians cultivate optimism and stay positive during the Coronavirus Pandemic.
The Stay-Home Brew: Tips for Distance Teaching - Part 2
The second in a two-part post of advice from experienced Teaching Artists. This entry shares strategies for motivating students and teaching musical skills virtually, as well as some newly-discovered silver linings about teaching online.
The Stay-Home Brew: Tips for Distance Teaching - Part 1
Advice for teachers by teachers. The first in a two-part article about strategies for distance teaching, this post shares tips for creating a good set-up, the technology that is available and how to make the most if it, and options for mics and recording devices.
The Stay-Home Brew: Reflections on life in lockdown
A conductor, a concert pianist, a performance psychologist, and the principal flutist of a major orchestra share how they are spending their time and staying positive in this time when the classical music world feels like it’s on hold.
The Stay-Home Brew: Instagram Edition
Eight accounts we love to follow: from purposeful musicians to food, travel, and of course coffee.
The Stay-Home Brew: Celebrating Women's Month
The first entry of our blog for the socially distanced musician! We’re celebrating the end of Women’s History Month by sharing inspiring projects that a few female musicians have done or started this March.
