Business and Music - Paul Tobey

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St. John’s Cathedral Presents AUTUMN PRAISES
An Evening of Music Entertainment And Community Mingle Featuring:

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Guest Artiste - Lilac Caña - Soprano
www.lilacsounds.com

Set in Toronto’s historic, beautiful St. John’s Cathedral – this event presents a rich musical program with the World Class Entertainer and Award Winning Pianist Paul Tobey. Paul will be performing selections from his “Road to Santiago Suite” a collection of 9 movements for piano and orchestra composed during his 850 km pilgrimage across Northern Spain on the famous Camino de Santiago. Other selections include popular piano favourites like “Music Box Dancer“, “Linus and Lucy” and many others.

“A legend in the making!” Kitchener Record

Our guest artiste will be Lilac Caña , soprano, also of international repute.

Join us after for a wine and cheese reception, book-signing, sales and mingle and unwind with like-minded individuals.

SATURDAY
October, 13th 2007, 7.30 p.m.
ST JOHN’S CATHEDRAL
186, Cowan Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M6K 2N6
Box Office: 416-532-8249

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Your first downloadable video piano lesson is free!  I did alot of research online and checked out 2 dozen piano lesson offers out there. I suscribed under alias’, checked out their learning material, videos and selling propositions.  I checked out auto response systems, their shopping carts, how they sell, and target audiences.  90% of the stuff out there was for beginners.  Lots of UPSELL features in the money making sites! There is a large market for beginners (young & adult piano players). 

I checked out the camera angles, the production quality of the lessons, and the learning methods offered.  I literally found nothing I would want to learn from.  It just doesn’t exist online yet. 

I’m assuming there is a market out there for people like me.  I’m a pro, and I like to learn all the time.  I believe there is a market out there which is widely underserved for intermediate and professionals who want some serious training. I saw very little for intermediate to advanced piano players.  There was tons of “play by ear” stuff.  And some traditional learning material.  A couple of jazz piano sites.  But nothing for me!

As a pro, I know I want to learn more than just “technique”.  I want insight, widsom, and I want to get “in your head” of the pro I’m learning from…so to speak.

When I was a young professional, I had the thirst for knowledge.  I was a good pianist, but I wanted to be great.  So I went to someone great to learn.  I saved my money and travelled from Montreal to New York to learn from the great jazz pianist Kenny Barron.  Back then I was so broke (starving artist), that I could only afford one lesson.  So, you could imagine, the Canadian dollar was weak, and it was a big deal to afford the lesson $250 USD, the travel expenses and the time to go!

I met him in his studio.  He played like an angel (literally).  I asked him…”how did you do that, right there, what did you play?”.  He couldn’t answer me.  He didn’t know how to describe what he just did.  He must of felt my frustration, because here was a technical kid in front of him, full of information, and full of insecurities.  He looked at me as said “look kid, your a great player, you just have to learn to play from the heart.”

I didn’t get it.  I was so angry.  I was there to learn technique, (his technique) not to hear “play from the heart!”  It took me another 5 years to learn that lesson! Even though the RIGHT information was right in front of my nose, I missed it.  I wanted technique.  What he had was the wisdom to tell me what I needed.  I needed to get out of my head and into my heart.  I didn’t have the “ears” or “spiritual awareness” to really get what he was saying.  I was a young lion wanting to make my mark on the world.  I didn’t understand that the heart had anything to do with it. Had I heard it in the first place, it would have saved me some time, and a few heartaches.

You see, piano lessons are not just about technique.  It’s an important aspect.  I could teach technique because I myself love technique.  But a true master, understands that it takes more than a genius or a master technician to be a great piano player.  It takes a combination of mental, spiritual, physical and emotional awarness to become truly “great”.  I base my 10 lessons on these teachings. 

Your first piano lesson is free.  I use downloadable video piano lessons to coach and train you, because I find it most effective to communicate.  Yes, technique is important.  But I share with you the wisdom of many masters before me, Kenny being one of many.  In every lesson, I take 15 minutes to teach on the mental and spiritual lessons, and 20-35 minutes to teach technique.  One flows with the other.  It is impossible to teach one without the other.  That is why we have so many great technicians out there, many who will die undiscovered, unrewarded, unappreciated, and simply heartbroken.  There is much to learn! So let’s get on with it.

With a great film crew and a nice set, we filmed 10 online piano lessons in 3 days.  We are currently in the editing process, and are setting up the “store” back-end to support the students purchase options.  We are almost there!

Enjoy you free piano video lesson.  Coming soon! Sign up to recieve your first free piano lesson.

For online piano lessons click here.

A seminar on Piano Music & Improvisation by Paul Tobey.  To book Paul as your Keynote or to book your next Seminar contact info (at) paultobey.com

Comments & Testimonials from Paul Tobey’s Seminar at ASMTA 2007
 

I truly enjoyed this session. Besides being very entertaining Paul Tobey opened new horizons for me.  Thank You, Natalya Thran, NCTM, Piano Instructor

Paul, you really inspired me, overcoming your tinnitus and seeing your energy for life & inspiring me to not listen to the “little voice”, but know what I want and going for it! Thanks! Celeste Innes, Piano Teacher, EAMTA

Wanted — Pianists Who Want to Succeed — Download Your Free Online Piano Lesson Today

You don’t realize it yet, but in the next 2 minutes you’re going to learn the secrets of playing great piano. Not average piano, great piano.

Click here for your free online piano lesson.

OK, just take a moment picture yourself five short years from now on a grand stage in front of 1,000 people while effortlessly performing your favorite piano music. The audience is glued to your every moment and transfixed on your every note. Your music is filling the concert hall with countless new sounds and boundless musical energy like no one has ever heard before. Then, as you finish each piece, the audience breaks into uncontrollable and outrageous applause.

You’re a hit! But, you remain perfectly calm and with assured and purposeful intention you continue the concert as if you’re part of the listening audience and not the performer. You enjoy every moment of the concert without worrying about anything, least of all what notes you should be playing. You’re actually just listening to your own music, as if someone else was playing it, without judgment or fear, and all the while knowing that every note you play is a resounding soulful source of entertainment and beauty for all who hear it.

Does this sound like you? Maybe not right now, but did you know the distance between where you are with your playing right now and this scenario I’ve just described is a lot shorter than you think. The distance between where you are right now and where you want to be is called the “gap”. And, the only way to shorten the gap is to believe with 100% certainty that you can attain whatever your heart desires. Then learning everything you can that supports that belief system such as; downloading your free online piano lesson. If your heart truly desires being a concert pianist then there’s nothing that can stop you if you pay attention to what I’m about to share with you.

The only thing that can stop you is if you do nothing to acheive what you want. If you do nothing then, quite frankly, you are doomed to a life of constant unhappiness. You see, the only way to be truly happy in this lifetime is to go after what it is you truly want. Anything less, is less than good enough. So, if you desire to be a performing artist then you will get there. Do you have to work for it? Yes. But, it won’t seem like work if you love it. And, nothing can stand in your way if this is your true heart’s desire. (Free online piano lesson)

Think about it for a moment. Wouldn’t it be amazing if you could just perform music without having to worry about anything? Without having to worry about where your money comes from or where your next concert is going to be? Without any prior evidence to the contrary?

Think back a moment to what I said in the beginning, “In the next 2 minutes you’re going to learn the secrets of playing great piano.” Well, you just did. In fact that’s the only secret there is. It’s not about struggle, working hard, practicing your butt off, competing with others, competing against yourself, learning reams and reams of music, getting into Julliard School of Music or any other excuse your mind has cooked up to tell you it’s not possible.

The only secret to being a great artist is to believe you are one. That means; accepting unconditionally where you are with your playing right now, learning new habits and behaviors that support your new beliefs and be willing to eagerly accept more of every perfect circumstance you desire as each one rapidly comes into your life.

The secret is to focus on what you desire. Let’s be clear though, what you desire are not ordinary things. You desire greatness - in whatever form that takes. Desires are not wishes, whims, or things you think you might want. Neither are they new year’s resolutions made up with little commitment to achieving them. Desires are what you truly deep down in side want with all your heart. Then, once you know what you truly desire all you have to do is focus on it and it will expand. If you focus on failure you’ll get more failure. If you focus on success and success alone, you will get more of that.

How do I know what is say is true? Because, just 3 years ago I was a struggling jazz musician and my nightly wage was between $75 and $200. Now, the concerts are coming to me quickly and easily and my salary is no less than 5 times and sometimes up to 50 times what it was. The best part is; I don’t play clubs anymore, just concert halls. And, I’m finally getting the life I always wanted. What’s the difference in my playing between now and 3 years ago? Not much. In fact, I don’t think currently I’m as technically proficient as I once was. But, that doesn’t matter. It’s good enough for most people and quite frankly a lot less complicated.

The only difference between now and then is my belief that anything is possible. And, that’s the secret to being a great pianist. Perfect belief.

What you will learn in my first free online piano lesson is how to tap into this mysterious force of energy know as “the law of attraction”. Then, as you download each video piano lesson you will not only learn the secrets to understanding and performing great music, but every piano lesson contains new strategies, beliefs and information that will help you realize your musical dreams.

Now, let me ask you this, “does all this seem too childish?” “Does it seem too simple and not logical enough to have any real impact in your life?” If you said yes, then I can assure you that not only are you dead wrong, but you’d be making a big mistake. Sign-up today for your free online piano lesson and learn just exactly what it takes to get whatever you desire, not only with your piano playing, but with your life.

For your free online piano lesson click here now. http://www.paultobey.com/piano-lesson.html

Piano Lesson Update: A few months ago I decided to start teaching online piano lessons. The reason I did this is because I simply started getting too many requests from people looking to take piano lessons. I felt guilty by saying I didn’t have the time and therefore I had to come up with a solution. 

Most online piano lessons are for beginners. In fact you’ll have to search seriously on the internet to find online courses for intermediate to advanced. That’s the group of performers I’m aiming at. Why? Well, first of all this is the group that sometimes finds it hard to find a competent piano teacher in their area. There are lots of pianists who would like to extend their abilities but just cannot find a good teacher anywhere near them. Also, this market as I mentioned is highly under serviced on the internet.

The piano lessons that I’ll be providing are 45mins to an hour of video instruction per piano lesson. This is not something that I can just throw together. Each piano lesson is a carefully prepared tutorial on how to master a specific skill. And, the filming of the lessons has to be professional. That is what’s taking the time. We have to have 3 video camers per shoot, lighting and sound. Then post production takes a lot of time to cut the film and compress it for digital delivery over the internet.

Where are we with this process? Well, I wish I could give an exact delivery date but I’m pushing for the end of May. We’ve had some problems getting a crew together at the same time and there has also been some cost overruns that need to be addressed.

Anyway, rest assured we will get the piano lessons ready and I’m sure that you’ll be very pleased with the end result.

Musicially yours,

Paul Tobey

PS: For more information about my upcoming online piano lessons please visit the piano lesson page.

Internet Marketing Seminar now Available as Downloadable MP3!  Internet Marketing Expert Paul Tobey launches new release of Internet Marketing Seminar with companion workbook!  Recorded Live in Toronto on April 7th 2007, Tobey reveals top SEO secrets and introduces tools of the trade used by Internet Marketing Gurus around the world.  You can download now and listen in your car!

Find out why companies all over Canada are offering this seminar fantastic testimonials!

“100% Energy, Passion and Targeted information specifically addressing how to market on the internet.  I am definitely taking the 2-day intensive seminar!” Natalie Onaczyszyn, Marketing Director, Fabra Cadabra

I’m in the business.  I know some of this stuff, but I’ve learned a  lot today and I’ll be taking the course! Thanks! Andy Strote, Context Creative Toronto.

It’s excellent! Lavino B. Uy, Real Estate Broker

Great focused SEminar!  It really puts gas in my car to success! Duane Browne, Sales @ Norbord Inc.

Excellent, informative & useful info.  Thank you for the valuable info.  Your seminar was an eye opening experience! Miguel Ribeiro, Forebase phones & technology.

Paul Tobey is unquestionably the most knowledgeable internet marketing expert I have ever met!  Additionally, his training method is by far the most effective method I’ve ever experienced! You will NOT find a course of this high quality from any other source.  Tony Swierkot, VP Marketing, Centre Mortgage.

To learn more about our Internet Marketing Seminar and other training sessions, visit www.trainingbusinesspros.com.    

NEW! Frank Mills Music Box Dancer Sheet Music arranged by pianist Paul Tobey. The sheet music contains Paul’s original piano solo over 2 choruses and challenges beginner and intermediate piano players to learn a new version of this popular hit.Music Box Dancer is a favourite among pianists and Paul Tobey’s sheet music is sure to excite pianists looking for something a bit different than the usual melody lines.

Click here to preview the music and download the sheet music.

Watch your free piano music video on Google Video at

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=1441980143768854602

Title: Caminar - The Walking Song

Composed and arranged by Paul Tobey

Director of Photography: Drew Dekker

Filmed: Spring 2004 along the Camino de Santiago

Now you watch Free Music Videos by Paul Tobey on Google Video, You Tube, or visit http://www.paultobey.com/symphony-orchestra.html

 Featured Videos include Caminar, The Walking Song

and Sarria Salsa!  Music inspired by the Camino de Santiago, Paul composed the Road To Santiago Suite while walking the 850 km through Northern Spain.  Music for piano and symphony orchestra!  Download you free music video today!

http://www.paultobey.com/symphony-orchestra.html

Local symphony-goers have never seen anything quite like this.

Music lovers who are usually stirred by challenging classical compositions will savour a flashy, toe-tapping musical bash when pianist Paul Tobey debuts his Spanish-scented Road to Santiago Suite on Feb. 18 with the Brantford Symphony Orchestra.

“This is a show,” Tobey says, gesturing to emphasize the all-out effort to entertain with colourful lighting, costumes and pops-style songs.

What: A Musical Journey through Spain: the Road to Santiago Suite. Performed by Paul Tobey, the Brantford Symphony Orchestra and the Grand River Chorus

When: Feb. 18, pre-concert chat 6:45 p.m., concert 7:30 p.m.

Where: Sanderson Centre

Tickets: adults $35, $27; post-secondary students $18, $16, $14; high-school students $5 through the eyeGO program. Call the box office at 519-758-8090.