How would it be if you could see the world again for the first time? Rico Weeland reviews Rick Rubin's philosophical book called 'The Creative Act: A Way of Being' about art and life.

How is art defined, what is the purpose of the artist and how do you find your own voice? Let's discuss these questions. The answer can be found by looking at your musical inspirations.

A great artist once observed that it takes five years of study and practice to learn how to paint, but it takes a lifetime of study and practice to paint like a child. The same thing applies to music.

In our first guest blog, Rico Weeland shares his views on being creative as an artist, which applies to all arts – whether you are a singer, a guitar player, a painter or a magician.

Learn how to use the Wheel of Fifths to write your own songs. Are you ready to integrate theory into your playing? The Wheel of Fifths is available for purchase globally in our shop.

How do you balance music theory and emotion? It is a bit of a trick question, as there is no music without emotion. Yet, how much theory do you need to know to create meaningful music?

Some thoughts about the importance of learning, practicing and playing. It really is a vicious circle – you learn to practice and to play, yet playing makes you eager to learn more.