Win With Music

Welcome to Part 4 of the Best of Win With Music Podcast Series 1 — featuring some of the most inspiring and thought-provoking conversations from the podcast. In this episode compilation, we discuss: • The art and feel of playing the blues • Using artificial intelligence to boost creativity and generate new musical ideas • The benefits and challenges of becoming a multi-instrumentalist • Building a...

Welcome to Part 3 of the Best of Win With Music Podcast Series 1 — featuring insightful discussions, practical music advice and inspiring moments from the podcast. In this episode compilation, we explore: • Dealing with stage fright and performance nerves • Self-promotion and building an audience through social media • The thought process behind playing an effective solo • Whether learning piano i...

Welcome to Best of Win With Music Podcast – Series 1 Part 2 , a collection of insightful conversations, practical advice, and inspiring stories for musicians of all levels. In this highlights episode, we revisit some of the most engaging discussions from Series 1, including: 🎵 What is music? Exploring the meaning, purpose, and power of music in our lives. 🔥 Staying motivated as a musician – prac...

Welcome to the Best of Win With Music Podcast Series 1 Part 1. If you're looking for inspiration, actionable music tips, and deep dives into the musician's journey, this is the ultimate highlight reel. In this compilation, we bring you the most impactful moments, expert advice, and foundational lessons from our first series. Whether you want to know what music truly is, how to balance making money...

Can you create 50 original songs in just 50 days ? In Episode 20 of the Win With Music Podcast, Brian Hayes explores the exciting challenge of writing and producing 50 new songs in 50 consecutive days while collaborating with Artificial Intelligence. Discover how AI can help generate ideas, overcome writer's block, accelerate the songwriting process, and inspire creativity without replacing the hu...

In Episode 19 of the Win With Music Podcast, we dive into the fascinating world of becoming a multi-instrumentalist. What are the real advantages—and the hidden challenges—of mastering more than one instrument? This episode explores the creative freedom, versatility, and career opportunities that come with multi-instrumental skills, as well as the potential downsides like instrument costs, divided...

Welcome to Episode 18 of the Win With Music Podcast — Finding Your Voice in Music. Every great musician has something unique that sets them apart. But how do you discover YOUR sound? In this episode, we explore the journey of musical identity. Finding the right instrument for you. Whether you’re a beginner, performer, songwriter, or seasoned player, this episode will help you to find a musical voi...

In this episode of the Win With Music Podcast we dive into the realities of playing the blues. We discuss the origins of the blues and how it has impacted on virtually every form of music, other the classical music, down through the decades. The podcast features one of Australia's top guitarists Mike Hayes on a Gibson ES-345 electric guitar in a duet with Brian Hayes on a 6 string Fender Bass play...

In this episode of the Win With Music Podcast, we dive into the realities of building a sustainable career in jazz with New York–based clarinetist and saxophonist Ricky Alexander. From performing, navigating the day-to-day hustle of freelancing, Ricky shares honest insights into what it really takes to make a living as a jazz musician today. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes of the Wi...

In this Episode 15 of Win With Music Podcast, discover the social media strategies musicians can use right now to grow a real audience, boost engagement, and turn followers into loyal fans. Growing your audience as a musician today means learning how to use social media with purpose. In this episode of Win With Music Podcast, we look at practical strategies to help artists, bands, music teachers,...

Ever feel stuck wondering whether you should be grinding scales or actually playing songs? 🤔 You’re not alone—and the answer might surprise you. In this episode of the Win With Music Podcast, we tackle one of the most common (and confusing) questions musicians face at every level: What should I really be practicing? Scales build technique, songs build expression—but which one truly moves the need...

Ever wondered if learning to play the piano is worth it? In this episode of the Win With Music Podcast, we dive into one of the most common questions aspiring musicians ask: Should I learn to play the piano? 🎹 We explore the benefits of piano as a foundational instrument, how it can improve your overall musicianship, and whether it’s the right fit for your personal goals—whether you're a singer,...

In this episode of Win With Music, we break down the art of taking solos—how to build confidence, craft memorable phrases, and truly express yourself when it’s your turn to shine. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned player, you’ll learn practical tips to make your solos more musical, engaging, and impactful. 👍 If you found this helpful, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with other mu...

Stage fright is something almost every musician experiences at some point. Whether you're performing for the first time or stepping onto a big stage, those nerves can feel overwhelming. In this video, you'll hear from some of the world's top musicians about practical ways you can manage stage fright, stay focused, and deliver their best performance. If you’re a singer, instrumentalist, or performe...

In Episode 10 of the Win With Music Podcast we explore the important question of Embracing Artificial Intelligence as a Musician. We get to hear examples of AI creating a jazz piano trio backing track to support a saxophone and guitar front line for Duke Ellington's famous jazz standard, C Jam Blues. The episode ends with an AI created song that combines AI created video animation with a classic b...

In Episode 9 of the Win With Music Podcast we explore the important question of How to Prepare Music to a Professional Performance Level. We get to hear from Michael Fix, one of the world's top solo acoustic guitar performers. Michael was the special guest on Episode 23 of The Music Mind Podcast which is available for free on YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. The episode ends with an ins...

In Episode 8 of the Win With Music Podcast we explore the important question of How to Support a Vocalist as an Instrumentalist. We get to hear from Travis Toy a professional Nashville based Pedal Steel Guitarist who performs with Luke Bryan, a major country superstar who ahas sold over 75 million records. We also get to hear from Sydney based session guitarist Clive Lendich. Clive has toured the...

In Episode 7 of the Win With Music Podcast we explore the important question of How to Stay Motivated in Music. We get to hear from Ross McDonald, an 85 year old drummer who is playing his instrument at the highest level despite losing his motivation to play music for more than 40 years. The episode ends with an inspiring version of Bob Dylan's classic Knockin' on Heaven's Door featuring Ross McDo...

In Episode 6 of the Win With Music Podcast we explore the important question of dealing with a disability as a musician. My guest for this episode is Kendra Erika, a Number One Billboard Dance Music charting artist who overcame being born tone deaf, which meant she sang atonally and was unable to find and hold correct pitch with her voice. Through professional help and training, Kendra is now reco...

In Episode 5 of the Win With Music Podcast we explore the important question that all musicians need to be able to answer for themselves ie. what is music? We get to hear from Mike Hayes, a 55 year career veteran of the Australian music industry, along with the thoughts of iconic America cellist, Yo Yo Mah, and jazz legends Louis Armstrong and Charlie Parker on the fundamental question of What is...

In Episode 4 of the Win With Music Podcast we explore the important issue of not losing your love of music just to make money. We get to hear from Brett Garsed, one of Australia's most successful electric guitarists and long term member of the John Farnham Band. We also hear from Steve Dawson, a Nashville based award winning career musician and studio owner. Finally we hear from Rex Goh, one of Au...

In Episode 3 of the Win With Music Podcast we explore perhaps the simplest and best career ever advice provided to creative musicians and singers of all levels. We get to hear from Brett Garsed, one of Australia's most successful electric guitarists and long term member of the John Farnham Band. We also hear from Karin Schaupp, a virtuoso classical guitarist who shares advice the great Tommy Emman...

In Episode 2 of the Win With Music Podcast we explore the common question of how much practice do I need to do to get good at my instrument. To address that question a preliminary discussion needs to occur to define what you consider to be 'getting good' on your instrument. Compared to who and what? We get to hear two late, great legends of the jazz alto saxophone discuss this question from a 1954...

In Episode 1 of the Win With Music Podcast we explore the very difficult question of providing advice to budding young musicians about the prospects of making a successful career within the music business. James Hill, and an internationally acclaimed ukulele virtuoso, provides excellent advice to that question from an interview I conducted with James for Episode 29 of The Music Mind Podcast. That...