Keys2Life

We have been away for a while. Excited to be back, Matt and Chris discuss audience connection, when to apologize, adding great sounds to your DAW, marketing ideas and some cool gig tips.

When we change how we think, amazing things happen. What a treat having one of Canada's premiere hypnotists, Wayne Lee, on the show. Wayne not only helps Matt and Chris resolve some performance anxiety but he gives great tips and suggestions for how to use mental tools in our daily lives to achieve the possible!

In this podcast, #14 I might add, we discuss soloing ideas, why you shouldn't smash your MacBook, what to do with a music degree and how to reharmonize Baa Baa Black Sheep.

Did Chris' song Home, really get a million plays? Chris and Matt discuss how to play for a diverse audience, understanding how people listen and what is pleasing to them. Chris also demos how to use certain keyboard sounds and why they work. AND...wait for it, did you know that Chris could beat box? It only took 14 episodes!

Today we get to hear some wonderful perspectives from two of Edmonton's most successful women in the music industry. Nora Bumanis (Edmonton Symphony harpist) and Arian Whitlow (one of Edmonton's busiest vocalists bring important insights into the role women play in the music industry. Funny stories, poignant insights and informative conversation season this episode in a delightful manner.

Chris and Matt start off the podcast talking about the creative process and how it makes it get stuck - especially Matt. Then enjoy a wonderful interview with Ariana Whitlow (31:00 min mark) as we discuss what goes into planning a great show. If you are planning a concert, there are some good tips here. PLUS - hear Matt's dog lose her mind when Hello Fresh arrives.

In this episode Chris and Matt talk about the history of the piano, the passion it take to play it and the joy it brings others. Chris demonstrates how to get the right tone and Matt reveals how his dueling piano gig/lessons went. Plus, what happens when a homeless man asks Chris to play a request in a subway.

A lovely chat about his music journey with Canadian music icon, Charlie Austin. Chris and Matt both studied under Charlie and are thrilled to have him on the podcast today.

Matt and Chris discuss injuries and taking risks.  They are not always related; but sometimes. You will also get to take a peak into the music styles we had to perform while at some lovely Fairmont Resorts. 

Is AI Coming for Our Music! Matt and Chris play a bit, and chat a lot about the challenges we might be facing as AI continues to move into the artistic realm. We also hear a sample of an artist named, Anomalie, who creates fusions of piano with modern production ideas. Enjoy!

Our last podcast of 2022.  Great to be gigging again! In this episode Matt and Chris discuss how they manage the Christmas season gigs, decompressing, what gear they choose and like to use. They also dive into some of the angst that goes along with trying to legitimize the work life of a professional musician. Chris gives us a little bluesy musical moment with some killer left-hand bass. Happ...

Music cognition is a growing field of research and science. In this episode Matt and Chris discuss a few of the ways music affects us cognitively, emotionally and physiologically.  Plus, what tunes are you getting ready for your Christmas repertoire? And did you know that how you manage light throughout the day can have a tremendous effect on your mood? And wait, there's more. A lot of Chris...

A number of years ago we had a chance to meet a man who has had a significant life-altering injury that resulted in paralysis from the chest down. His resilience and determination is inspiring. Why is resilience important? What are some keys to move forward after a significant setback? In this episode Chris finally offers to bring Matt coffee. Matt makes Chris play a miniature piano during the sho...

Matt and Chris discuss a handful of ideas - things we all wish we knew back in music school. We reached out to a number of former music school grads and they shared some great ideas. We hope these thoughts will increase your desire to perform and empower you to grow your gig schedule.  You will also be treated to a fresh cut from Chris' album Home. We get a chance to hear what Chris was think...

We tend to be hard on ourselves as musicians. Why do we judge ourselves? Does competition make us better? Listening and how to prep and polish before your performance. Chris Andrew and Matt Day went to school together in the early...doesn't matter. Today they both make their living as musicians and enjoy discussing the ups and downs of the music industry. Whether you are musician, a medic or a mec...

Join pianists, Chris Andrew and Matt Day as they begin to talk about the ups and downs of being a professional musician 30 years after they graduated from music school.