How to improve your playing in 2021…
As with so many things, your skill in music is often helped by taking a step back and considering it from a wider perspective.
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Alison McAusland
Sep 1, 20203 min read
How do you fix the post-summer squeaks?
One of the problems faced by reed musicians is squeaking. Squeaking is a common problem on wind instruments. It can be very frustrating...
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Alison McAusland
Aug 29, 20205 min read
The New Order
This is a story about the start of new green shoots growing from the forest fire of this pandemic. This post is about finding new ways...
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Alison McAusland
Jul 13, 20204 min read
Alison awarded 'Postgraduate Certificate in Music' from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire
I am delighted to announce that I have been awarded a Postgraduate Certificate in Music from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.
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Alison McAusland
Jul 10, 20205 min read
How to produce 'low notes' on the saxophone more easily...
Many students find that producing 'low notes' on the saxophone to be quite difficult. This blog post is written just for you...
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Alison McAusland
Jul 3, 20201 min read
A Massive Thank You
Today, I received the news that I am the winner of the 2020 Royal Birmingham Conservatoire's Postgraduate Pedagogy Prize.
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Alison McAusland
Mar 7, 20203 min read
Which free app will help me learn music faster?
How you practise can make all the difference. This app is amazing!
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Alison McAusland
Feb 23, 20203 min read
Too old to start to learn to play Saxophone or Clarinet?
You're never too old to start learning to play a musical instrument. There are tons of people who have started playing music later in life.
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Alison McAusland
Jan 25, 20202 min read
McAusland Music: Chambers of Commerce Awards 2020
This blog is about the things I've learned in the two years of McAusland Music... Last night, I was proud to have been shortlisted as...
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Alison McAusland
Jan 19, 20205 min read
How to Prepare for a Music Exam on Saxophone or Clarinet
The examiner is there to give you a fair assessment and is looking forward to hearing your music. It is your chance to show off...
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Alison McAusland
Dec 12, 20194 min read
A Glittery End to the Year
Often December feels like a time of winding down and cosying up in preparation for the New Year... but not this year...
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Alison McAusland
Nov 21, 20194 min read
Prime Pointers for Purposeful, Positive Practice
Practice sometimes gets a bit dull, or you can feel like you're not making progress, or you just want to watch the next episode on...
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Alison McAusland
Nov 8, 20195 min read
Can learning to play saxophone or clarinet improve your physical and mental health?
Playing saxophone and clarinet is who I am and at every stage of my life has provided an outlet and a voice for my emotions and experiences.
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Alison McAusland
Oct 9, 20194 min read
What is tonguing on the clarinet and saxophone?
Tonguing allows you to punctuate your music. It provides the capital letters and pauses. With tonguing, you can shape your expression...
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Alison McAusland
Oct 5, 20194 min read
Alison McAusland - Tamworth Highly Commended Entrepreneur of the Year 2019
I have won the Highly Commended award in the Entrepreneur category of the Tamworth Business and Community Awards 2019!
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Alison McAusland
Sep 5, 20193 min read
Can your posture help you play Clarinet more easily?
Does your posture and playing position matter? YES! Read on to find out more... Your posture and playing position have a great impact...
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Alison McAusland
Aug 18, 20193 min read
Top Ten Tips to instantly improve your saxophone playing
Read my top ten tips to instantly improve your saxophone playing.
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Alison McAusland
Aug 16, 20194 min read
How to achieve a better tone without hours of practice...
Practice makes perfect... but actually there is more to it than that. Read on to find out more!
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Alison McAusland
Jul 15, 20194 min read
Royal Birmingham Conservatoire - Here I Come!
This couple of weeks have been very busy. Last month I was super proud to have the summer concert, and to see my students perform...
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Alison McAusland
Jun 14, 20195 min read
How does a 'learner' become a 'musician'?
My School of Music creates musicians. They happen to play the saxophone and clarinet. But there’s more depth to this. The guiding...
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