Tag: The Four Agreements

#4 in our series: The Four Agreements for Musicians We’ve chatted about being more impeccable with our word; not taking things personally; and not making assumptions. In our fourth and final look (for now) at Don Miguel Ruiz’s The Four Agreements, we encounter one simple directive: Always do your best. Sounds basic, right? Obvious, even. But…

#3 in our series: The Four Agreements for Musicians Today’s focus is another biggie: Don’t Make Assumptions. This is an agreement that’s simple in theory but sneaky (and extremely challenging) in practice, especially in music. Why? Because in music, assumptions are able to sneak into nearly everything we do . . . rehearsals; recording sessions; collaborations;…

#2 in our series: The Four Agreements for Musicians This one is a big one: Don’t take anything personally. As musicians, we’re wired to feel things deeply. Music, after all, is about emotional expression. But that emotional depth can also make us vulnerable—especially when it comes to feedback, criticism, and the unpredictability of the music…

#1 in our series: The Four Agreements for Musicians As a musician, I have zero doubt that you are already aware of the weight of one’s words. A single wrong comment in a rehearsal can throw off the vibe of the entire band. A careless response to (or from) a producer or recording engineer can…