Jed Scott Music – Page 100 – arrange • compose • conduct

Mentor-Friend-Family

December 25, 2023December 25, 2023 jedscottAces, Growth, Human Nature

I’ll be writing about Alice Parker’s impact forever. Here’s another few words.

My Christmas Favorites

December 24, 2023December 24, 2023 jedscottChristmas, Recommended Reading/Listening

Here’s my top Christmas album list.

Standards: One More Reason

December 23, 2023December 23, 2023 jedscottAces, Programming

I was reminded tonight of the best reason to program some songs year after year.

You’re In Charge Of Your Own Growth

December 22, 2023December 22, 2023 jedscottEducation, Growth, Practice

You’re in charge of your own growth.

Winter Vantage Points

December 21, 2023December 21, 2023 jedscottHuman Nature

Winter begins at 10:27pm tonight. Or so I thought.

Open Pre-Concert Rehearsal

December 20, 2023December 20, 2023 jedscottEducation, Performing, Rehearsal Technique

Why not invite audiences to your rehearsals?

I Can Try This

December 19, 2023December 19, 2023 jedscottGrowth, Practice

For when “I can do this” feels dishonest, try this instead.

Final Mix Review

December 18, 2023December 18, 2023 jedscottRecording

What’s the best way to do your final listen of a mix you’re finalizing?

More Unison

December 17, 2023December 17, 2023 jedscottArranging, Choral Music, Composition

Ask yourself what the melody really needs.

Do No Harm

December 16, 2023December 16, 2023 jedscottCreativity, Recording, Writing

If you’re getting close to the end, remember to not undermine your own work.