Aural Skills

Introduction: Listening, an active process at the heart of music-making When discussing music, we readily talk about technique, interpretation and practice strategies. Yet behind these visible concerns lies an even more fundamental skill: listening. It is neither a late addition nor a secondary act. It is the foundation of all musical practice. Without listening to ourselves, it is impossible to adjust our tone, shape a phrase or check that the result matches our intention. Without listening to others, ensemble music becomes mere mechanical coordination, devoid of dialogue. And without listening to the world [...]