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 sustainable career and making a living as a creative musician

Packed with practical advice, musical insights and creative inspiration, this episode is perfect for musicians, songwriters, educators and anyone passionate about music and creativity.

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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 is necessary to understand music theory

• Practicing technique versus learning and playing songs

Whether you’re a beginner musician, experienced performer, music teacher or passionate music fan, this episode is packed with valuable ideas to help you grow musically and creatively.

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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 – practical strategies for maintaining enthusiasm, creativity, and momentum throughout your musical journey.

🎤 Backing vocalists as an instrumentalist – learning the skills, mindset, and musical awareness needed to support singers professionally and effectively.

💪 Overcoming disabilities as a musician – inspiring stories and valuable lessons about resilience, adaptation, and achieving musical success despite challenges.

Whether you're a beginner, a working musician, a music educator, or simply passionate about music, this episode offers ideas, inspiration, and real-world experience to help you grow.

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🎷 Hosted by Brian Hayes

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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 while keeping your creative passion alive, or how much to practice your instrument, this episode has it all.

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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 human element that makes music unique.

This episode examines the opportunities of using AI as a creative partner.:

Whether you're a songwriter, performer, producer, or simply curious about the future of music creation, this episode offers valuable insights into blending human creativity with modern technology.

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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 focus and practice demands.

Featuring live performances by Brian Hayes across a range of instruments, including tenor saxophone, electric guitar, ukulele, bass clarinet, concert flute, and pedal steel guitar, this episode is a deep musical journey through multiple sounds, styles, and textures.

Whether you're a musician, student, or music lover, this episode will inspire you to rethink what it means to “master” music.

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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 voice that truly connects.

For further information on the Win With Music Podcast, or the Music Mind Podcast, or to connect with Brian Hayes go to https://www.BrianHayes.biz.

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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 playing an original composition called the Gibson Fender Blues.

An original clarinet blues is also featured, as is a tenor sax, baritone sax and jazz guitar version of Duke Ellington's famous C Jam Blues.

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For further information on the Win With Music Podcast, or the Music Mind Podcast, or to connect with Brian Hayes go to https://www.BrianHayes.biz.

To listen to AUDIO ONLY versions of The Music Mind Podcast series refer https://www.buzzsprout.com/1824699/

To view the full suite of The Music Mind video podcasts refer https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKtMMbk9TNAWHYmFHlCYbG1t7stFnGp44

To view the full suite of the Win With Music video podcasts refer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3zv6GtBFno&list=PLKtMMbk9TNAUHTSzXXhWi_ufru8XqtiYv

To listen to AUDIO ONLY versions of the Win With Music Podcast series refer https://rss.com/podcasts/win-at-music/?_gl=1%2a98mwlz%2a_gcl_au%2aMjk2OTAzMjcxLjE3Njg0Mjg2NTI.

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 Win With Music Podcast! For further information on the Win With Music Podcast, or the Music Mind Podcast, or to connect with Brian Hayes go to https://www.BrianHayes.biz.

To listen to AUDIO ONLY versions of The Music Mind Podcast series refer https://www.buzzsprout.com/1824699/

To view the full suite of The Music Mind video podcasts refer https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKtMMbk9TNAWHYmFHlCYbG1t7stFnGp44

To view the full suite of the Win With Music video podcasts refer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3zv6GtBFno&list=PLKtMMbk9TNAUHTSzXXhWi_ufru8XqtiYv

To listen to AUDIO ONLY versions of the Win With Music Podcast series refer https://rss.com/podcasts/win-at-music/?_gl=1%2a98mwlz%2a_gcl_au%2aMjk2OTAzMjcxLjE3Njg0Mjg2NTI.

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, and content creators expand their reach across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.

🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes of the Win With Music Podcast! For further information on the Win With Music Podcast, or the Music Mind Podcast, or to connect with Brian Hayes go to https://www.BrianHayes.biz.

To listen to AUDIO ONLY versions of The Music Mind Podcast series refer https://www.buzzsprout.com/1824699/

To view the full suite of The Music Mind video podcasts refer https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKtMMbk9TNAWHYmFHlCYbG1t7stFnGp44

To view the full suite of the Win With Music video podcasts refer https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3zv6GtBFno&list=PLKtMMbk9TNAUHTSzXXhWi_ufru8XqtiYv

To listen to AUDIO ONLY versions of the Win With Music Podcast series refer https://rss.com/podcasts/win-at-music/?_gl=1%2a98mwlz%2a_gcl_au%2aMjk2OTAzMjcxLjE3Njg0Mjg2NTI.