I'm hoping that I can present May 11th. I'm feeling very confident now and I think I'm ready. I'm finished with everything now, I just need time to work on my PowerPoint and figure out how I want to tell the audience about my experience. I'm wondering if I could use note cards, because I'm going to be really nervous and I don't want to leave anything out! I finished recording my final performance finally! After trying for an hour, I finally played one that I thought was really good. I'm so happy I took wise, it inspired me to do something I always wanted to do, and never thought I could. I will keep playing and taking lessons because theres so much more room for improvement :)
Monday, May 2, 2011
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
I decided to move my presentation otherwise It would have been today and I would not have been ready. I had a lot to do over spring break so I didnt have time to work on my project as much as I would have liked. I just needed more time to finish my interviews and get my powerpoint ready. I want to have a lot of time to practice what i'm going to say because I want it to be lengthy so I dont forget anything. It's also been really hard for me to find time to record my final song, because i'm still having a lot of trouble with the strumming and whenever I record I mess up. I was practicing for a while trying to get the perfect video, but I felt that none of them exceeded my expectations so i'm going to keep trying.
Friday, April 15, 2011
week before presentation ..
I'm so nervous! I'm working on my PowerPoint and getting everything ready but I don't feel comfortable giving the presentation in the time that I have left. I think I need more time to perfect things and make sure it's the best it can be. Going away over spring vacation is really stressing me out because I am not going to have any time to work on it! I think I'm going to move my presentation into May just to make sure everything is how it should be.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
Problems :(
April 12, 2011
I finally learned my entire song, and obviously theres room for perfection so I'm still working on it. I got all the strumming patterns down but there is one big problem; I cant sing the chorus and play at the same time!!! At first I thought that it would take some practice after being able to play the whole song, but I practiced a lot and can only do it half the time. After practicing for an hour I was able to sing and play ONCE out of many tries. I had to concentrate really hard and be alone in my house to do so. I know that I will get nervous and mess up in front of an audience because it takes so much concentration towards the strumming patterns that I will lose it while singing. To solve my problem I decided that I should just record myself trying until I get it perfect, and show that recording during my presentation. This way, I wont loose concentration in front of an audience and not be able to play to my best ability!
About three weeks ago I recorded myself practising my song so I can show the audience how much I improved from then based on my final video.
I finally learned my entire song, and obviously theres room for perfection so I'm still working on it. I got all the strumming patterns down but there is one big problem; I cant sing the chorus and play at the same time!!! At first I thought that it would take some practice after being able to play the whole song, but I practiced a lot and can only do it half the time. After practicing for an hour I was able to sing and play ONCE out of many tries. I had to concentrate really hard and be alone in my house to do so. I know that I will get nervous and mess up in front of an audience because it takes so much concentration towards the strumming patterns that I will lose it while singing. To solve my problem I decided that I should just record myself trying until I get it perfect, and show that recording during my presentation. This way, I wont loose concentration in front of an audience and not be able to play to my best ability!
About three weeks ago I recorded myself practising my song so I can show the audience how much I improved from then based on my final video.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
AHHHH !
april 6, 2010
I am so frustrated right now!!! I pretty much know most of my song, obviously theres a lot of room for improvement and perfection. Whenever I sing along with it though I lose my strumming pattern and then I freeze and mess up! It's really frustrating because when I do it without singing I never mess up because I only have to think about one thing: strumming. It's really stressing me out because whenever I have to sing the chorus I lose the strumming pattern because its complex, and I get lost. I really dont know what to do to about this chorus because whenever I try and think I have the strumming down, I go to sing, and I cant remember the strumming pattern. This is not good!
I am so frustrated right now!!! I pretty much know most of my song, obviously theres a lot of room for improvement and perfection. Whenever I sing along with it though I lose my strumming pattern and then I freeze and mess up! It's really frustrating because when I do it without singing I never mess up because I only have to think about one thing: strumming. It's really stressing me out because whenever I have to sing the chorus I lose the strumming pattern because its complex, and I get lost. I really dont know what to do to about this chorus because whenever I try and think I have the strumming down, I go to sing, and I cant remember the strumming pattern. This is not good!
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Thinking about how to Present
3/29/11
I'm trying to decide on how I'm going to present this and put it all together. I know that I'm going to have a bunch of slide shows but I need to figure out what I'm going to put in each one, and get creative with it. I know I want to start off by saying why guitar? I want people to get a feel of who I am, understand my passion for singing, and my desire for always wanting to play the guitar. Then maybe another slide about how I choose the right song for me to learn and play. Then a slide show showing a video of me within the first month of learning so everybody could see how I improved once I perform my song. I'm going to make another slide show talking about what were my weaknesses throughout this experience, and then another slide show about my strengths. I'm also thinking about what we were told in class, how you should interact with your audience. I was thinking about having one of my friends come up, and me trying to teach them how to play a chord so the audience could understand how weird it is to hold a guitar and strum that chord for the first time. Then of coarse i'm going to perform the song I worked on for two months, and how much I grew. I will also have another slide based on my research about copyrights that I blogged about before this. I'm still going to look more into that. I'm still brainstorming ideas, but i'm getting a real feel to how this project will turn out, and i'm feeling confident.
I'm trying to decide on how I'm going to present this and put it all together. I know that I'm going to have a bunch of slide shows but I need to figure out what I'm going to put in each one, and get creative with it. I know I want to start off by saying why guitar? I want people to get a feel of who I am, understand my passion for singing, and my desire for always wanting to play the guitar. Then maybe another slide about how I choose the right song for me to learn and play. Then a slide show showing a video of me within the first month of learning so everybody could see how I improved once I perform my song. I'm going to make another slide show talking about what were my weaknesses throughout this experience, and then another slide show about my strengths. I'm also thinking about what we were told in class, how you should interact with your audience. I was thinking about having one of my friends come up, and me trying to teach them how to play a chord so the audience could understand how weird it is to hold a guitar and strum that chord for the first time. Then of coarse i'm going to perform the song I worked on for two months, and how much I grew. I will also have another slide based on my research about copyrights that I blogged about before this. I'm still going to look more into that. I'm still brainstorming ideas, but i'm getting a real feel to how this project will turn out, and i'm feeling confident.
Copy Rights?
3/24/11
I've always wondered how it works when you want to take a popular song by a famous aritst, make it your own, and record it. I know that you get in trouble for doing it without permission so then how does it work? I researched information and found out that the right to record someone else's song is called "mechanical license", and you have to have one to do it otherwise its illegal. Usually its negoitated between the representatives of the copyright holder and the aritst of that song. If the negotiations fail, which is rare, the copyright contains provisions for a type of mechanical license called "compulsory licence" which gives anyone the right to record that song as long as notice is given to the songs copyright owners within 30 days after the recording is made and before it is distributed. This information can help me a lot in the future when I would like to make a demo cd.
I've always wondered how it works when you want to take a popular song by a famous aritst, make it your own, and record it. I know that you get in trouble for doing it without permission so then how does it work? I researched information and found out that the right to record someone else's song is called "mechanical license", and you have to have one to do it otherwise its illegal. Usually its negoitated between the representatives of the copyright holder and the aritst of that song. If the negotiations fail, which is rare, the copyright contains provisions for a type of mechanical license called "compulsory licence" which gives anyone the right to record that song as long as notice is given to the songs copyright owners within 30 days after the recording is made and before it is distributed. This information can help me a lot in the future when I would like to make a demo cd.
First time performing in front of others
3/18/10
Today I was at my friend Claude's house with a few other people and Claude was teaching me some things on his guitar. My friends really wanted me to show them what I learned so far so I performed for them my song. During mid way i forget completely how to strum and sing at the same time because it was very complex and hard for me to do. I now have to just practice really hard so I could be able to do it.
Today I was at my friend Claude's house with a few other people and Claude was teaching me some things on his guitar. My friends really wanted me to show them what I learned so far so I performed for them my song. During mid way i forget completely how to strum and sing at the same time because it was very complex and hard for me to do. I now have to just practice really hard so I could be able to do it.
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Progress
3/15/11
I've been thinking about my final project recently and how i'm going to put it all together. It makes me nervous thinking about it, because i'm not sure how i'm going to present it. I know that i'm going to do a slideshow but I've been brainstorming other ideas. So far i've been practicing the guitar for a month now, so I thought it would be a good idea to video tape me playing my song, and show the progress that i've made, and will continue to make.
I'm also setting a higher goal for myself. I'm going to try to learn another song on top of the one i'm learning now. I really hope that I can have time to take one of these songs to the recording studios and make a demo for myself.
I've been thinking about my final project recently and how i'm going to put it all together. It makes me nervous thinking about it, because i'm not sure how i'm going to present it. I know that i'm going to do a slideshow but I've been brainstorming other ideas. So far i've been practicing the guitar for a month now, so I thought it would be a good idea to video tape me playing my song, and show the progress that i've made, and will continue to make.
I'm also setting a higher goal for myself. I'm going to try to learn another song on top of the one i'm learning now. I really hope that I can have time to take one of these songs to the recording studios and make a demo for myself.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Why Guitar?
3/8/11
I've only felt really strong passions for a couple of things in life and two of those are singing and music. I can listen to music all day long and never get sick of it. Music to me is like a way of life, and a deep understanding to everything in this world. Music is more than just sound. Ever since I was a little girl my favorite thing to do was to sing along to every song I loved. Growing up my voice just progressed and I knew that I was born to sing in this world. Playing the Guitar always intrigued me except I never did anything about wanting to play it. I think it's such a beautiful sound, and I always envied the people who could play and sing. For some reason I always thought that even if I took lessons I would never ever be able to learn, because it doesn't look easy. Then again one of the best things I know how to do is doubt myself. I'm so happy that I joined wise because it actually motivated me and gave me a chance to take lessons. I will never stop playing the guitar now that I started, its so addicting. Whenever I pick up the guitar I find that I've been practising for two hours and I didn't even realize. After I learned how to play the first thirty seconds of my song and was able to sing along with it, I felt so accomplished. It was one of the best feelings ever and I loved the way it sounded. I am going to keep practicing until I get to the point where I can look at any song and just learn how to play it in fifteen minutes! This will definitely be a life long hobby for me.
I've only felt really strong passions for a couple of things in life and two of those are singing and music. I can listen to music all day long and never get sick of it. Music to me is like a way of life, and a deep understanding to everything in this world. Music is more than just sound. Ever since I was a little girl my favorite thing to do was to sing along to every song I loved. Growing up my voice just progressed and I knew that I was born to sing in this world. Playing the Guitar always intrigued me except I never did anything about wanting to play it. I think it's such a beautiful sound, and I always envied the people who could play and sing. For some reason I always thought that even if I took lessons I would never ever be able to learn, because it doesn't look easy. Then again one of the best things I know how to do is doubt myself. I'm so happy that I joined wise because it actually motivated me and gave me a chance to take lessons. I will never stop playing the guitar now that I started, its so addicting. Whenever I pick up the guitar I find that I've been practising for two hours and I didn't even realize. After I learned how to play the first thirty seconds of my song and was able to sing along with it, I felt so accomplished. It was one of the best feelings ever and I loved the way it sounded. I am going to keep practicing until I get to the point where I can look at any song and just learn how to play it in fifteen minutes! This will definitely be a life long hobby for me.
Friday, March 4, 2011
second lesson
3/4/11
I had my second guitar lesson with Victor eighth period today and got to learn a little about strumming. It's starting to make a lot more sense and I'm seeing improvement! I wrote up some interview questions for Victor, and during our next lesson I'm going to ask him them because I forgot to bring them today :( I plan on practising a lot in the next week on what I've learned so far and try to get further into the song.
I had my second guitar lesson with Victor eighth period today and got to learn a little about strumming. It's starting to make a lot more sense and I'm seeing improvement! I wrote up some interview questions for Victor, and during our next lesson I'm going to ask him them because I forgot to bring them today :( I plan on practising a lot in the next week on what I've learned so far and try to get further into the song.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
First Guitar Lesson
4/28/11
I had my first guitar lesson with Victor this week! At first I was really overwhelmed when he was showing me all the chords and where to place my fingers. I felt like I would never get used to it because the placement of my fingers on certain chords felt really weird and awkward. After playing for a couple of hours the first day, I was able to put my fingers in the right spot and it felt natural. I practiced the chords and tried to strum a little bit on my own, but I need Victor to help me with that because it sounded off. I picked a song "Perfect" by Pink, and I learned how to play the first thirty seconds of the song. I'm really excited to have more lessons and become fluent in the guitar so I could sing along with it without having to concentrate so hard. Another thing I really had trouble with at first was switching from chord to chord because I had to think where to place my fingers next, but after practice it becomes easier everytime.
I had my first guitar lesson with Victor this week! At first I was really overwhelmed when he was showing me all the chords and where to place my fingers. I felt like I would never get used to it because the placement of my fingers on certain chords felt really weird and awkward. After playing for a couple of hours the first day, I was able to put my fingers in the right spot and it felt natural. I practiced the chords and tried to strum a little bit on my own, but I need Victor to help me with that because it sounded off. I picked a song "Perfect" by Pink, and I learned how to play the first thirty seconds of the song. I'm really excited to have more lessons and become fluent in the guitar so I could sing along with it without having to concentrate so hard. Another thing I really had trouble with at first was switching from chord to chord because I had to think where to place my fingers next, but after practice it becomes easier everytime.
Friday, February 18, 2011
My guitar came!
2/18/11
Today my guitar came in the mail! It took a lot longer than expected which held me up a couple of days on my project because I couldn't start learning yet. I talked to Victor and I'm going to meet with him tomorrow for my first lesson! I'm really excited and nervous at the same time because I know it's going to seem really overwhelming at first.
Today my guitar came in the mail! It took a lot longer than expected which held me up a couple of days on my project because I couldn't start learning yet. I talked to Victor and I'm going to meet with him tomorrow for my first lesson! I'm really excited and nervous at the same time because I know it's going to seem really overwhelming at first.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Ready to start!
2/14/11
I asked Victor Prato if he would give me lessons and he said yes! I'm still waiting for my guitar to come in the mail, but once it does I'm going to set up a schedule for the next two months. I was looking at songs online that I could learn how to play acoustically, and also sing along with it once I get more advanced. I have three songs on my mind rite now. One of them seems like a good one to pick for someone first starting out on the guitar, so I'm probably going to choose that one. If I learn quickly enough I will attempt to learn a different song and sing that as well. I'm excited to start my lessons and learn all about the guitar!
I asked Victor Prato if he would give me lessons and he said yes! I'm still waiting for my guitar to come in the mail, but once it does I'm going to set up a schedule for the next two months. I was looking at songs online that I could learn how to play acoustically, and also sing along with it once I get more advanced. I have three songs on my mind rite now. One of them seems like a good one to pick for someone first starting out on the guitar, so I'm probably going to choose that one. If I learn quickly enough I will attempt to learn a different song and sing that as well. I'm excited to start my lessons and learn all about the guitar!
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Trying to Make a Decision
2/10/11
I've been giving a lot of thought on which project I should choose to do. I was thinking about the pros and cons of learning how to play the guitar, and recording a song. I called a couple of recording studios in the area and found out that it's 40 dollars an hour in the studio which is pretty cheap. If I did that, who would play the music for me while I sang? I would probably have to hire someone and pay them. I think it would be a lot better if I could just record me playing guitar and singing. The only thing about guitar is that lessons are really expensive for just a half hour. I talked to one of my friends who knows someone who might be able to teach me. I'm going to talk to him about it and if he agrees then I'll set up a schedule, and then everything will be set and I can start my project! Oh! I ordered a guitar (fender) online last night so I will be prepared :) !
I've been giving a lot of thought on which project I should choose to do. I was thinking about the pros and cons of learning how to play the guitar, and recording a song. I called a couple of recording studios in the area and found out that it's 40 dollars an hour in the studio which is pretty cheap. If I did that, who would play the music for me while I sang? I would probably have to hire someone and pay them. I think it would be a lot better if I could just record me playing guitar and singing. The only thing about guitar is that lessons are really expensive for just a half hour. I talked to one of my friends who knows someone who might be able to teach me. I'm going to talk to him about it and if he agrees then I'll set up a schedule, and then everything will be set and I can start my project! Oh! I ordered a guitar (fender) online last night so I will be prepared :) !
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Putting it all together
2/8/11
I'm probably one of the most indecisive person you will ever meet so deciding on a wise project has been kind of challenging for me. I know that I want to include singing into my project because it is my passion but I keep changing my mind on how I'm going to do that. I really am leaning towards learning how to play the guitar and singing a song that I will learn at my presentation. The only thing I'm worried about is not being successful at learning how to play soon enough because I heard its difficult to catch on. Then my other idea that I also have in mind is recording a demo CD to either a song I will write or a song that I will learn really well. I have to look into it more and soon so I could figure out what that would require and the costs.
I'm probably one of the most indecisive person you will ever meet so deciding on a wise project has been kind of challenging for me. I know that I want to include singing into my project because it is my passion but I keep changing my mind on how I'm going to do that. I really am leaning towards learning how to play the guitar and singing a song that I will learn at my presentation. The only thing I'm worried about is not being successful at learning how to play soon enough because I heard its difficult to catch on. Then my other idea that I also have in mind is recording a demo CD to either a song I will write or a song that I will learn really well. I have to look into it more and soon so I could figure out what that would require and the costs.
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