Jordy LongGetting past the bouncerOn most days, writing can feel like trying to enter an exclusive club.Feb 28, 2018Feb 28, 2018
Jordy LongSelf-Discipline means Self-TaughtI’ve heard it a lot growing up — be more disciplined, you gotta be disciplined, everyone should practice self-discipline. Did you?Nov 7, 2017Nov 7, 2017
Jordy LongWhat I do on days when I’m just not feeling it.A helpful mental shift for musiciansOct 13, 2017Oct 13, 2017
Jordy LongTechnique: Having two goals at onceTechnique is the engine of Art. It’s the left-brain, analytical, robotic side of the equation. While it’s not everything, it’s a major part…Oct 10, 2017Oct 10, 2017
Jordy Long3 Questions for the Modern MusicianWhat’s it’s it for? This show, what’s it for? This song, this piece, what’s it for? This note, what’s it for? This venue, what’s it for…Oct 9, 2017Oct 9, 2017
Jordy LongThe Drill Sergeant and the Moody Poet.Balancing the poles of creativityOct 2, 2017Oct 2, 2017
Jordy LongNot knowing what to write is the ideal place to beYou sit down to write. You’re at the keyboard, the piano, the moleskine notebook, etc, to make something great, and yet…Sep 14, 2017Sep 14, 2017
Jordy LongMusic isn’t you — it’s a craft.Have you ever listened to a recording of yourself playing? It’s horrible, right? Here’s this little recording that takes all your flaws…Sep 12, 2017Sep 12, 2017
