Wondering why some family members, fans and friends may be lackadaisical about showing enthusiasm for your music? If they tell you they like your band, they probably do. They may just need some enhanced understanding about the mutual benefits of expressing their support, and how easy it can be.

The potential for a fulfilling musical career has never been greater.

What if a medical emergency happens to you or your band-member at the gig?

A serious injury can appear to be a daunting setback for a working professional musician. But there are options. Here is some advice based on my experience with a broken wrist.

Sometimes in the life of a musician, there may be stumbling blocks, snags, pitfalls and pratfalls. What happens when you don’t steer clear and you really do “break a leg”?

Teaching can provide good income for musicians. And many musicians find that teaching greatly improves their own skills. There are several ways to go about it, with various pros and cons. Here are some examples. See which ones work for you.

Do you let fear keep you from chasing your dream of being a musician?

Have you ever had a gig where you felt unappreciated and were not treated right? Do your shows ever leave you famished and run down? You are not alone! Here are some solutions. Read on!

New Year’s Eve is one of the biggest party nights in the US. It is probably THE biggest night for hiring live musicians, as well as DJs.

Unbearable anticipation… tantalizing mysterious packages, glistening in a myriad of colors… rosy cheeks and noses kissed by frosty air… toasty fireplaces, yummy eggnog, family gatherings around conifer trees festooned with rainbows of colored lights… charming bedtime stories read aloud by parents ju