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Mastering "Teardrinker" by Mastodon: Complete Harmonic and Technical Analysis from Boston's Ivan Cardozo
The Impediment to Action Advances Action. What Stands in the Way Becomes the Way." This Stoic principle from Marcus Aurelius perfectly captures the essence of Mastodon's "Teardrinker"—a song about confronting pain, regret, and the difficult choices that shape us. The title itself evokes the Stoic practice of acknowledging suffering whilst finding strength through adversity. Just as the Stoics taught that obstacles reveal our character and provide opportunities for growth, "Te

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How to Practice Your Guitar: Breaking Free from Musical Stagnation with Proper Guidance
"The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way." - Marcus Aurelius Are You Stuck in a Musical Rut?...

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How to Ace Your Cover Band Audition: A Professional Guitarist's Guide
Are you a guitarist in Boston dreaming of joining a working cover band? As a professional guitar instructor with years of experience...

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