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Perfect Pitch

Perfect Pitch Explained: Do You Have It?

James A. Shields, MA
By James A. Shields, MA
Composer, Orchestrator & Multi-Instrumentalist
07 Jan, 2025
Ear Training

How Long Does It Take to Train Your Ear?

Alena Schneider
By Alena Schneider
Percussionist, Creative Arts Therapist & Curriculum Developer
05 Jan, 2025
Ear Training

What is Chord Progression Ear Training in Music?

Alena Schneider
By Alena Schneider
Percussionist, Creative Arts Therapist & Curriculum Developer
26 Dec, 2024
Perfect Pitch

Is Perfect Pitch Genetic? Exploring the Science Behind It

Marianna Kapsetaki, PhD
By Marianna Kapsetaki, PhD
Neurosurgery Resident, Neuroscientist & Classical Pianist
20 Dec, 2024
Pitch Testing

Is It Possible to Test for Perfect Pitch Without Knowing Notes?

James A. Shields, MA
By James A. Shields, MA
Composer, Orchestrator & Multi-Instrumentalist
16 Dec, 2024
Perfect Pitch

How Rare is Perfect Pitch?

Marianna Kapsetaki, PhD
By Marianna Kapsetaki, PhD
Neurosurgery Resident, Neuroscientist & Classical Pianist
10 Dec, 2024
Perfect Pitch

How Perfect Pitch and Autism Are Connected

Marianna Kapsetaki, PhD
By Marianna Kapsetaki, PhD
Neurosurgery Resident, Neuroscientist & Classical Pianist
04 Dec, 2024
Ear Training

What is Functional Ear Training in Music?

James A. Shields, MA
By James A. Shields, MA
Composer, Orchestrator & Multi-Instrumentalist
28 Nov, 2024
Ear Training

Does Ear Training Actually Work? A Comprehensive Analysis

James A. Shields, MA
By James A. Shields, MA
Composer, Orchestrator & Multi-Instrumentalist
22 Nov, 2024
Ear Training

What Is Interval Ear Training? A Comprehensive Guide

Alena Schneider
By Alena Schneider
Percussionist, Creative Arts Therapist & Curriculum Developer
18 Nov, 2024
Perfect Pitch

What Is Relative Pitch and Why Is It So Important?

Marianna Kapsetaki, PhD
By Marianna Kapsetaki, PhD
Neurosurgery Resident, Neuroscientist & Classical Pianist
01 Nov, 2024
Ear Training

5 Long-Term Benefits of Functional Ear Training

James A. Shields, MA
By James A. Shields, MA
Composer, Orchestrator & Multi-Instrumentalist
29 Oct, 2024