Kevin Ure

UreMusic Mentor: Music Theory and Aural Training

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UreMusic Mentor: Mastering Theory and Aural TrainingSupport the Podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/UreMusic/

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Kevin Ure

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Music

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podcast.uremusic.com

Latest episode

May 21, 2026

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Episodes

Audiation: Train Your Inner Ear — Paint With Sound 04.11.2025

Start Hearing Music: 40% Off https://www.uremusic.com/audiation-essentials?coupon=AUDIATIONESSENTIALS 🎧 Ear Training, Audiation & Creative Theory for Musicians | Kevin Ure 🎶 Learn music from the inside out. This channel explores ear training, music theory, and composition using audiation-based methods—designed for beginners, professionals, and even babies building tonal awareness. 📚 Feature...

Audiation vs. AI: How Human Intuition Outperforms Technology in Music 25.10.2025

Are you worried that AI is taking over the music world and making it harder for real musicians to shine? In this episode, we dive deep into the debate: Audiation vs. AI—Why Human Intuition Still Wins. I’ll share my personal journey as a composer and educator, reveal where AI tools fall short, and show you how developing your inner ear (audiation) can give you a creative edge that no algorithm can...

Behind the Scenes – A True Story of Ear Training, Audiation, and Musical Growth 14.10.2025

In this episode, Kevin from UreMusic pulls back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood parts of musicianship: ear training. From his early struggles with interval drills in college to developing his own audiation-based curriculum, Kevin shares what traditional methods miss, and how to transform your hearing, memory, and creativity as a musician. You’ll hear: * The origin story of the Flawles...

S2E7 Holding Notes That Last: Building Long-Term Pitch Memory 07.10.2025

Have you ever nailed a melody in practice, only to lose it moments later? In this episode, we explore the difference between recognizing sound and retaining it, why short-term pitch memory isn’t enough, and how to train your ear to hold onto notes with clarity and confidence. You’ll learn: 🎯 How “foundation tones” like C can anchor your memory 🧠 Expansion drills to stretch your pitch retention 🛠...

S2E6 Unlocking Your Inner Ear: From Hearing to Creating 26.09.2025

Flawless Ear Training: https://www.uremusic.com/flawlesschallenge Composing Hour: https://www.uremusic.com/composing-hour-music-lessons 🎧 Ear Training, Audiation & Creative Theory for Musicians | Kevin Ure 🎶 Learn music from the inside out. This channel explores ear training, music theory, and composition using audiation-based methods—designed for beginners, professionals, and even babies bu...

S2E5 Can You Love and Study Music at the Same Time? (Ear Training & Emotion) 05.09.2025

Ever find yourself torn between analyzing every note and just letting yourself get lost in the music? You’re not alone. In this episode, I dive into the emotional balance between ear training and pure musical enjoyment. We’ll talk about: -- Why it’s so tempting to “figure out” everything you hear -- How strong emotional reactions can actually make analysis harder (and why that’s not a bad thing) -...

S2E4 How to Train Your Ears for Music: Secrets to Pro Ear Training (and What Teaching Taught Me) 02.09.2025

Are you stuck on the ear training plateau—able to name intervals and chords, but still not truly hearing music from the inside out? In this episode, composer and educator Kevin Ure shares the real turning point in his musicianship: when audiation finally clicked during college, transforming his entire approach to listening, composing, and teaching. Join me as I dive into: -- Why most musicians get...

S2E3 No More Mindless Grind: Making Repetition Musically Rewarding 30.08.2025

Are you stuck in the “work first, play later” mindset when it comes to music practice? In this episode, we challenge the idea that repetition is just hard work and show how it can actually be a playground for creativity and discovery. Learn how to reframe your approach to ear training, gamify your drills, and celebrate the small wins that keep you motivated. We’ll share practical strategies for mi...

S2E2 Why Your Music Progress Stalls—and How to Get Moving Again 26.08.2025

Are you a musician feeling stuck in your practice—like no matter how much you train your ear or work on your music, you just aren’t improving? In this episode of the UreMusic Podcast, Kevin breaks down the real reasons your musical progress stalls and shares practical, down-to-earth strategies to help you get moving again. You’ll learn: -- Why plateaus happen in ear training and music practice --...

S2E1 Audiation Basics (Join the Hike Podcast) 22.08.2025

Do you ever feel stuck knowing music theory but struggling to actually make music with it? In this video, I’ll show you why audiation—hearing music in your head—is the real key, how it strengthens memory and improvisation, and why relative pitch matters more than perfect pitch. Stick with me, and by the end you’ll know exactly how to turn theory into music you can hear, play, and create from the i...

Elevate Your Music – The Ultimate Audio Training for Serious Musicians (Ep 023 UreMusic Mentor) 23.05.2025

🎵 https://www.uremusic.com/ 🗂️ Resource Guide: https://www.uremusic.com/resource-guide 📧 Newsletter: https://www.uremusic.com/subscribe 🎵 Octave Registers by Number: https://www.uremusic.com/octave-registers-by-number 📚 Amazon Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kevin-Ure/author/B01JF1XLLE 🌏 Schedule a Free Call: https://calendly.com/uremusic/consultation 🌏 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/...

Trusting Your Gut: Navigating Music Composition with Intuition (Ep 22 UreMusic Mentor) 10.05.2025

Kevin discussed the importance of intuition in music and its development through consistent practice and learning, emphasizing the significance of visualization and internalization of musical concepts. He also highlighted the value of learning from experience, patience in personal growth, and the role of intuition and music theory in composition. Lastly, Kevin shared his journey as a musician and...

Prepare for College Music Auditions with Confidence (Ep 21 UreMusic Mentor) 03.05.2025

🌟 Music School Training! 🌟 Need help preparing for college music auditions? Sign up for the course this week only! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to boost your skills and confidence! Enroll now! https://www.uremusic.com/music-theory-and-aural-training-college-prep-course #backtoschool #MusicAuditions #UreMusic ---------------------------------------------- 🗂️ Resource Guide: https://www.urem...

How Ear Training Transforms Musicians into Composers (Ep. 20 UreMusic Mentor) 27.04.2025

🎁 FREE Download of "Elements of Music Composition" Book! As a thank you for tuning in, we’re offering a FREE download of my book, "Elements of Music Composition." This resource is designed to enhance your understanding of music composition and is available until April 28, 2025, at 6 a.m. 👉 Download your free copy here: Elements of Music Composition Use the coupon code BUILD at checkout to access...

What I Learned as a Music Professor (Ep. 19 UreMusic Mentor) 20.04.2025

🎵 Start Here Free: https://www.uremusic.com/musicianship In this podcast, I share my experience teaching university music theory, focusing on form and analysis and how my teaching methods evolved. I talk about creating online courses, refining materials, and learning to meet the needs of students and composers. Perfect for anyone interested in music education, composition, or the process of devel...

Musical Mythbusters (Ep. 18 UreMusic Mentor) 13.04.2025

🎵 Start Here Free: https://www.uremusic.com/musicianship ---------------------------------------------- 🗂️ Resource Guide: https://www.uremusic.com/resource-guide 📧 Newsletter: https://www.uremusic.com/subscribe 🎵 Octave Registers by Number: https://www.uremusic.com/octave-registers-by-number 📚 Amazon Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kevin-Ure/author/B01JF1XLLE 🌏 Schedule a Free Call: htt...

The Staff System, Pitch, and Notes (Ep 17 UreMusic Mentor) 06.04.2025

🎵 The Staff Speaks: https://www.uremusic.com/the-staff-speaks-book-1 ---------------------------------------------- 🗂️ Resource Guide: https://www.uremusic.com/resource-guide 📧 Newsletter: https://www.uremusic.com/subscribe 🎵 Octave Registers by Number: https://www.uremusic.com/octave-registers-by-number 📚 Amazon Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Kevin-Ure/author/B01JF1XLLE 🌏 Schedule a Fr...

An Impromptu Talk (Ep. 16 UreMusic Mentor) 30.03.2025

Learn more at UreMusic.com. This is an impromptu talk to kick off a new “season” after our break. Expect weekly podcasts again until we break again. ---------------------------------------------- 🗂️ Resource Guide: https://www.uremusic.com/resource-guide 📧 Newsletter: https://www.uremusic.com/subscribe 🎵 Octave Registers by Number: https://www.uremusic.com/octave-registers-by-number 📚 Amazon Bo...

How to Improve Your Musical Timing - Tips & Exercises (Ep. 15 UreMusic Mentor) 02.09.2024

Resource Guide: https://www.uremusic.com/resource-guide Stay Connected: https://www.uremusic.com/subscribe Patreon Support: https://www.patreon.com/UreMusic Octave Registers by Number: https://www.uremusic.com/octave-registers-by-number In Episode 14 of UreMusic Mentor, we delve into the fascinating world of musical timing. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced musician, this episode offers val...

Why Some People Can’t Tell If Music Is Off-Key (Ep. 13 UreMusic Mentor) 26.08.2024

Resource Guide: https://www.uremusic.com/resource-guide Stay Connected: https://www.uremusic.com/subscribe Patreon Support: https://www.patreon.com/UreMusic Octave Registers by Number: https://www.uremusic.com/octave-registers-by-number In this episode of UreMusic Mentor, Kevin Ure discusses why some people struggle to tell if music is off-key. Learn helpful tips for improving your melodic dictati...

Conquer Ear Training Challenges – Tips for a Stubborn Ear (Ep. 12) 22.08.2024

Resource Guide: https://www.uremusic.com/resource-guide 🎵 Stay Connected: https://www.uremusic.com/subscribe 🎵 Patreon Support: https://www.patreon.com/UreMusic 🎵 Octave Registers by Number: https://www.uremusic.com/octave-registers-by-number Lesson Highlights: Struggling with ear training? In this episode of "UreMusic Mentor," we dive into practical tips and techniques to overcome common ear t...

Master Music Composition: The Complete Learning Sequence (Ep. 11 UreMusic Mentor) 19.08.2024

❤ Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/UreMusic Support the Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/uremusic Unlock the secrets of music composition with Episode 11 of "UreMusic Mentor." Join us as we delve into the ultimate learning sequence for mastering music composition. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced composer, this episode offers invaluable insights and practical tips to elevate you...

Why You Should Hear Every Note in a Chord (Ep. 10 UreMusic Mentor) 15.08.2024

❤ Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/UreMusic Support the Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/uremusic In Episode 10 of the UreMusic Mentor podcast, Kevin Ure delves into the fascinating world of chordal listening. Discover the techniques and training methods that can help you identify every note within a chord. Whether you're a music educator, theorist, or composer, this episode provides pr...

The Myth of Using Songs to Develop Perfect Pitch (Ep. 9 UreMusic Mentor) 12.08.2024

❤ Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/UreMusic Support the Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/uremusic In Episode 9 of the UreMusic Mentor podcast, we dive deep into the controversial topic of using songs to develop perfect pitch. Join Kevin Ure as he debunks common myths and explores the science behind perfect pitch development. Discover why relying on songs might not be the best approach a...

The Hidden Challenges of Ear Training Tutorials Revealed (Ep. 8 UreMusic Mentor) 08.08.2024

❤ Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/UreMusic Support the Podcast: https://www.patreon.com/uremusic Join us on UreMusic Mentor as we uncover the often-overlooked hurdles of ear training tutorials. In this episode, we dive deep into the common pitfalls and misconceptions that can trip up even the most dedicated musicians. Discover expert tips and strategies to overcome these challenges and...

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