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Brainstuments

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Fri, 02/04/2022 - 17:54
rvenetucci
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David,  I watched the video on brainstruments with great interest.  Was wondering if you play to a mental model and what it is?  Do you think anyone can devleop a model or is it an innate ability of some musicians?

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Fri, 02/04/2022 - 19:01
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David Barrett
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Yeah, I use my harmonica note

Yeah, I use my harmonica note layout (the one I use in the lessons)... always have. The more someone studies music theory on the site (music theory, accompaniment, and improvising lessons), the more vivid this becomes. Some people have a mental model that is not so theoretical... I think it's unique to each person. I think anyone can develop a mental model, but they will have to be very mindful in their practice.

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Sat, 02/05/2022 - 13:22
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David, thanks for the

David, thanks for the insight.  I guess there is still hope for me yet, even though I don't see colors or shapes when I play :)

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