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Spirituality
I think most all of us consider ourselves decent by nature. If we are suffering, it is only natural to seek a reason for that experience. Victor Frankl addresses this in his book “Man’s Search For Meaning”. How do we connect to our environment? Why do circumstances happen the way they do? What is the…
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Gratitude
I have spoken to many people who have great levels of success and one of the most predominate statements they make is of gratitude. They have appreciation for what they have, not necessarily dependent on monetary gain. Also, they speak of the path they have followed, the people in their lives and the circumstances they…
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Criticism And Haters
We all deal with it. Our art is very personal; it is an expression of the depths of our being. Criticism from others has torn me to shreds. Likewise, it has created feelings of inadequacy and anger. Someone else’s disapproval of my abilities impacts my self worth. Judging involves having an opinion on something, pointing…
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Balance
I’ve heard of this concept called work/life balance. A friend of mine told me his employer taught the concept at an employee work shop. Turns out the job still required a maximum amount of commitment from the employees with little commitment from the employer. So much for balance, as long as the employer gets the…
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Mackncheeze Music Podcast # 30: Featuring Christophe Bourdoiseau
Bassist, Educator, Songwriter. In Podcast 30, Bryan and Chris discuss bands, basses and utilizing what you have in recording. Podcast tracks are are originals songs Chris and friends recorded with stellar results. #christophebourdoiseau #bassbearfans #mackncheeze #mackncheezemusic Bass Bear Fans Mackncheeze Mackncheeze Music Podcasts
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Challenges And Frustration
Frustration It’s part of the deal. Sometimes there is just nothing we can do about it. Situations will arise which are completely beyond control. How we react to the challenge is what sets us apart. There are “tragedies” which happen everyday – I loose my wallet, misplace my keys, the cat refuses to come in,…
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What Is Imposter Syndrome?
So this morning, I’m listening to one of my favorite podcasts, and the podcast host starts talking about Imposter Syndrome. I’m, like, what is he talking about? I had never heard the term. I Had No Idea Evidently, Impostor Syndrome is a thought process where a person seconds guesses and may not even believe their abilities,…
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Mackncheeze Music Podcast #29
Featuring Carrie Akre of Carrie Akre Creative Intuitive Life Coach, Mentor, Educator, Singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, Producer, Global Touring Artist Co-Founder of Hammerbox, Goodness and The Rockfords Carrie’s latest release – Passage https://www.facebook.com/groups/carrieakrecreative/ Can we help you?
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Mental Latency
Often times I draw a blank while talking. The pause in thought process seems excruciating, including some mild embarrassment. This tendency is annoying. I am a highly intelligent human, or at least I would like to think so. My good friend Jerry explained this phenomenon. Short-Timers Short timers is a progressive mental state that blocks…
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Mackncheeze Music Podcast #29: Featuring Carrie Akre
Carrie Akre – Owner of Carrie Akre Creative. Intuitive Life Coach, Mentor, Educator, Singer/Songwriter, Multi-Instrumentalist, Producer and Global Touring Artist. Co-founder of Hammerbox, Goodness and The Rockfords. Check out Carrie’s latest release – Passage. Carrie Akre Carrie Akre Creative Passage Bryan at Mackncheeze Mackncheeze
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Who Are The Experts?
Yeah, Sure, I’m an expert. Just ask me. Proof Of Expertise Correcting the mistakes others validates my self-belief. You know what I have found: it’s easy to be critical when someone is not around. An Analogy I have encountered major blunders when correcting the work of others. My favorite mistake is the over use of…
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Mack-n-Cheeze Music Podcast # 27
Featuring Mickey LaRosa Film Curator, Writer, Former Film maker, Master of Arts, Editor in Chief MLR Movie and Live Music Reviews Mickey Shares his insights and Influences in the Film Industry. A fascinating conversation regarding the craft of film making. Can we help you? Thank you for following. We appreciate comments and suggestions. You know…
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Mackncheeze Music Podcast # 27: Featuring Mickey La Rosa
Film Curator, Writer, Former Film Maker, Master of Arts, Editor in Chief of MLR Movie and Live Music Reviews. A fascinating conversation regarding the craft of film making. #mickeylarosa #mlrmovieandlivemusicreviews #mackncheeze #mackncheezemusicblogs MLR – Movie and Live Music Reviews Mackncheeze Music Bryan at Mackncheeze
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Haters and Critics
Art’s subjectivity is highly personal, and what resonates with one person may not necessarily resonate with another. Different individuals have different tastes, preferences, and perspectives. It’s essential to recognize that there will be critics and haters passing judgment on your work. Not everyone will appreciate or connect with you, and that’s okay. Photograph Courtesy of…
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Mackncheeze Music Podcast # 25: Featuring William Kenower
William Kenower – Author, Lecturer, Coach, Host of The Podcast Author2Author, Editor in Chief of Author Magazine. Bill shares his insight in to The Creative Process focusing primarily on writing. #williamkenower #Author2Author #mackncheezeMusic #bryanatmackncheeze William Kenower Facebook.com/Bill.Kenower Mackncheeze Music Blog Mackncheeze Music
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Yelling At My Devices
Way To Start The Day Yelling At My devices Sometimes my mornings are spent yelling at my devices. It’s kind of like a ritual. First thing in the morning, my Mac or Mac Book Pro, the internet, my iPhone or iPad, something will be amiss. My iCloud will not transfer files properly. Comcast emails will…
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Perspective
What is an outlook? A life view point? What id your perspective? Is it a specific vantage toward or way of seeing things? Is it a capacity to interpret comparative importance of something or its true relation? An attitude toward or a way of regarding something? I truly believe we desire an understanding of what…
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Folksy Wisdom
Wisdom Where there is a will there is a way. Sometimes I’m just operating on pure faith. Build it and they will come. A wise Chinese person said, “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” Don’t count your chickens before they’re hatched. I’ve got great expectations. The only thing I can…
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Mackncheeze Music Podcast # 23: Featuring Robert Brewer
Robert Brewer, aka D.J. Forrest Gump. Rob shares his extensive experience in the Music Industry. From working in Radio Stations, Concert and Artist Promotion, with Record Labels, to performing as Lead Vocalist and D. J. Robert Brewer Mackncheeze Music Mackncheeze Music Blog #robertbrewer #djforrestgump #mackncheezemusicblog #bryanatmackncheeze
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Discipline and Perseverance
Most of us have average intelligence and mind sets. Discipline and perseverance can allow us to reap the full capacity of our brains. Some Thoughts “He who lives without discipline dies without honor.” An Icelandic Proverb “Self-control is the chief element in self-respect, and self-respect is the chief element in courage.” Thucydides “The first and…
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Mackncheeze Music Podcast # 22
Chris C. D. Littlefield Producer, Bandleader, Composer, Educator, National Touring Artist Chris shares his observations of Seattle Music History, Influences and Recording Techniques https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/bryan-s-dehart/episodes/Mackncheeze-Music-Podcast-22-Featuring-Chris-Littlefield-eouknk Chris “CD” Littlefield is a Seattle-based music educator, trumpeter, and producer with over 15 years at the Seattle Drum School of Music, where he teaches trumpet, trombone, and digital music production…
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Music As History
Looking into music as history allows me to see the past, encountering persons, places and timeline; these things help me to develop a better understanding of where I have come from, present circumstances, my future destination. History impels me to consider matters which reveal the challenges of great artists, their successes and flat out grit.…
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Success
Seven Considerations of Success, Maybe More Do we say to ourselves, “I’m gonna bust ass and become a success?” If we love what we’re doing, if we’re passionate, does it matter how far we go? Sometimes, just getting that one cut which you have been struggling with will make your day and build confidence. Success…
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The Genius Factor
Genius is an absolutely important component of creativity; not necessarily an Einsteinian genius. Most of us are not revolutionizing scientific theory. How about actionable design which translates to a ton of effort and process. Some folks are great song writers. I realize that the process can be perfected by constantly composing. I have one friend…
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Mackncheeze Podcast # 19: Featuring Danny Godinez
Danny shares insight into his musical background, guitar skill and songwriting process. Currently playing with Seattle’s The New Triumph, Michael Shreve’s Spellbinder and Good Intentions. Danny is also a resident instructor at The Seattle Drum School. #dannygodinez #seattledrumschool #mackncheezemusic DannyGodinez.com The Seattle Drum School MackncheezeMusic.blog Mackncheeze Music
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Mackncheeze Music Podcast # 18
Steve Smith, Percussionist, Music Professional, Engineer, Producer and Author, Shares his Musical Expertise https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/bryan-s-dehart/episodes/Mackncheeze-Music-Podcast–18-Steve-Smith-of-the-Seattle-Drum-School-enhv1b Is there any way we can help you? Thank You for reading. We appreciate comments and suggestions. You know where to find us.
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Perspective Is A Super Power
What if I could just go back and do it over? The age old concept of being smarter at a younger age. I guess that brings up being regretful for previous actions and decisions. Some of the undertakings and determinations I have made require contriteness. Feelings of guilt and self recrimination have literally haunted my…
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How To Herd Cats
This Is A Bit Of A Stretch… Definition Of A Cat: Evidently Cab Calloway coined the term in the 30’s. Back in 1938, he published Cab Calloway’s Cat-ologue: A “Hepster’s” Dictionary. Wikipedia has a great page on the origins of Jive; vastly entertaining. A “Cat” could have been a jazz musician in a New Orleans whore…
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Motivation
Actually, that was my entire reason for getting involved in music, oh, and besides the fact that music constantly runs through my head. I think I was hoping for side benefits. Those benefits did materialize, whether that is a good thing was decided later. Defining success: confidence, proficiency, articulation, enjoyment. Those are underlying factors in…
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K.I.S.S.
Keep It Simple Stupid I first learned of the K.I.S.S. concept in college jazz lab band. The professor, a horn player by the name of Bart, introduced the notion to soloists. I loved Bart; he was awesome. Evidently there are two ways to interpret K.I.S.S. Keep It Simple Stupid, or, Keep It Simple, Stupid. I…
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Getting The Mix
Getting a great mix can be very tough. Recording well requires quality inputs, correct performance, and extreme listening skills. The adage, “It’s not the gear, it’s the ear” holds a lot of truth. Better listening begets qualitative judgement, which enhances desire for equipment that can satisfy ever expanding qualitative judgement, which creates gear sluts, people…
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Inspiration
I choose to hang with folks who are smarter, more talented and more driven than myself. Daily, I take time to read and garner other peoples ideas, checking to see if their concepts and practices are adaptable to my circumstance. I think I have applied maybe 1 out of 1000 suggestions. You might think it…
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Seven Considerations For Working With A Band
Is there respect? Am I receiving the accreditation I deserve? Is there reciprocation? Level of commitment? What are the goals? Is the band a social club, which is fine, if that’s the definition of the band. Does it match my expectations? Environment. Do you feel comfortable? Are you welcome or are you a door mat?…
