How To Use Anger To Supercharge Your Creativity

By Sam de la Haye

Anger... it can be a powerful and overwhelming emotion. Often seen as a negative emotion!!!

A dangerous emotion

Something to be ashamed of feeling!

But what if you could use that anger to fuel your creativity? Imagine re-awakening your creativity by using your anger as a source of inspiration. 

Let me explain.. 

Back when I lived in Clapham, in a tiny two-bedroom flat, at the age of 23. I shared it with a polish girl called Patricia and her boyfriend, and I worked full-time as a care worker. I was overweight and had no money, other than a dream……. BUT>>>> I had not played the piano in three years, and I could see the dust settle.

I was incredibly lucky because I lived 5 minutes by car from the famous “Bedford” - a renowned pub that has all the best singers/songwriters perform just before they break through onto the radio. A promoter...

Hands up... Who has had a challenging year???

2022 has been a particularly challenging year for many, especially with the rise of fuel prices, and the holidays can be especially stressful.

As we move into 2023, I want you to remember to take care of yourself and make sure your mental health is in a good place. 

One great way to do this is through music! Now in my previous BLOG, I mentioned that I like to set my new years resolutions in the first week of December. Still, If you have not done it yet, I want to share with you the benefits of music for your mental health, and by simply doing one of these five things in 2023, you can significantly improve your well-being.

Setting resolutions with music can also help you stay focused on your goals while providing an outlet for creative expression.

Here are five great resolutions that use music as a tool for self-care:

1. Listen to one new album every month - We all get stuck in ruts when it comes to listening habits,...

It's two sleeps till Christmas Day, and what better way to spread holiday cheer than learning how to play a classic upbeat carol like "We Wish You A Merry Christmas" on the piano! Whether you're just starting out or have been playing for years, this song is a great way to practice your left-hand technique and work on improving your overall skills. So put on your Santa hat, and let's get started! 

Just click here to download the Chord Sheet.

Step one: Learning the Notes - Especially the left hand

The first step in playing "We Wish You A Merry Christmas" is to learn the left-hand notes. If you want that jolly groove it's vital you have a strong left hand. Now don’t worry even a beginner can pick this up! 

I have created this simple easy peasy video tutorial for beginners so you can play it as fast or slow as you like and keep repeating it till you get it.

Need the Chord sheet? Just click here to download it.

Once you have an idea of...

Hands up….. Who is here LOVES the song “White Christmas”?

It's a classic Christmas song, right?  That's why it has been covered countless times by some of the greatest vocalists and instrumentalists in history. It’s one of my all-time favourites to sing and play, and because it's slow, it's a delight to play! So who wants to learn this classic???

If you're a beginner piano vocalist, don't worry—I'll walk you through it step by step so you can learn to sing and play this romantic and festive tune from start to finish. Let's get started! 

download the FREE Lead sheet that goes along with this video, just click  Here

Part 1: Learning the Melody

The first thing you need to do is familiarise yourself with the melody of “White Christmas”. Now i don’t mean just listening to it once! You have to have this baby on repeat till you know the melody inside out! Start by listening to recordings of the song...