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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.

Alison McAusland
Feb 4, 20213 min read
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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...

Alison McAusland
Sep 1, 20203 min read
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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...

Alison McAusland
Jul 10, 20205 min read
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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...

Alison McAusland
Jan 19, 20205 min read
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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...

Alison McAusland
Nov 21, 20194 min read
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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.

Alison McAusland
Nov 8, 20195 min read
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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...

Alison McAusland
Oct 9, 20194 min read
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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!

Alison McAusland
Oct 5, 20194 min read
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