Jed Scott Music – arrange • compose • conduct

Collaboration Without a Foe

March 12, 2026March 12, 2026 jedscottAdvocacy, Creativity, Human Nature

The arts offer collaboration without a common enemy.

Encircling

March 11, 2026March 11, 2026 jedscottMusic Literacy

I’m always on the lookout for musical literacy concepts that can be taught in isolation.

Crucibles

March 10, 2026March 10, 2026 jedscottCreativity

You make your biggest strides under pressure.

Erase Three Goals

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026 jedscottRehearsal Technique

Try this as you get closer to performance.

Creative Hurdles

March 8, 2026March 8, 2026 jedscottCreativity

The hurdles change over time.

Practice is Trust

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026 jedscottHuman Nature, Practice

How do you get your ensemble to practice more? Create trust.

Any Audience

March 6, 2026March 6, 2026 jedscottPerforming, Rehearsal Technique

Don’t underestimate how having an audience will help your rehearsal. Any audience.

On The Other Side of Tired

March 5, 2026March 5, 2026 jedscottHuman Nature, Rehearsal Technique

Some of my fondest musical memories have come on the other side of tired.

Slow Thinking

March 4, 2026March 4, 2026 jedscottCreativity, Human Nature, Music Production

As much as possible, wait to make the decision.

Situational Awareness

March 3, 2026March 3, 2026 jedscottMusic Literacy, Practice, Rehearsal Technique

Successful music-making is like driving home from school.