Show notes
How do you work out the right intro E for a tune? How can you prepare for competition nerves and distractions? And how can your band get the most out of a membership with Dojo U? Tune in for this week’s Friday Strike-In as Andrew and Carl answer listener questions on calculating pickup notes and intro Es, preparing to perform under pressure, building mock competition days into your practice, and getting your band on board with Dojo U. Plus, practical advice for pipe majors on improving musical literacy and building a stronger culture of preparation. Want to join these live Q&A sessions, ask your own questions, and learn from world-class instructors every week? Join us at Dojo University today: https://pipersdojo.com/store Here’s what we cover this week: 0:00 – Calculating pickup notes: how to tell whether a tune has one- or two-beat pickups 9:08 – Exceptions to the rule: three-beat Es, skipping pickups and simplifying tunes 10:55 – Competition nerves: how to handle distractions and the judge watching you 24:01 – Getting your band engaged with Dojo U: where to start with a Band Corps subscription 25:21 – Making online learning part of band practice with short weekly lessons