Category Archives: Entertainment

9 Reasons Why Music Is Important

Posted on March 13, 2024 by Mark Cole

Have you ever wondered why music is so inherent in our culture and in cultures around the world? Have you ever wondered why music is so important and can stir up all sorts of emotions and memories? Check out these … Continue reading →

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Mark Cole Personal Timeline Highlights

Posted on January 1, 2024 by Mark Cole

Here are the main milestones, photos and links (to the stories from this blog) from my adventures so far… Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights James 1:17 VANCOUVER, BC … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Christmas Movies

Posted on December 17, 2023 by Mark Cole

One of the joys of the holiday season is to watch your favorite Christmas movies with your family. Here are my favorites. I could watch them every year. What are yours? Have a blessed Christmas! Home Alone – (1990) Home Alone is the highly … Continue reading →

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14 Great Practice Tips for Budding Musicians

Posted on July 27, 2023 by Mark Cole

Practicing regularly and effectively is crucial for any budding musician looking to improve their skills. Here are some great tips to help you establish a productive practice routine: 1. Set Specific Goals: Define clear and achievable objectives for each practice … Continue reading →

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9 Biblical Success Principles For Musicians

Posted on June 27, 2023 by Mark Cole

Is your desire to improve and become the best musician you can be? Here are nine great principles found in the Bible that can be applied to your musical journey. 1. Excellence: The Bible encourages believers to do everything with … Continue reading →

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Learning To Improvise From Chord Charts

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Mark Cole

Learning to improvise off of chord charts, such as those found in the Real Book or Fake Book, is a skill that many musicians develop through practice and experience. Here are some steps and strategies that can help musicians learn … Continue reading →

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Special Reminder: Cole Music Studio Recital on Tuesday, June 13 at 7 PM

Posted on May 31, 2023 by Mark Cole

Dear Students, Parents, Grandparents, and Friends, We hope this message finds you well and filled with anticipation for an evening of musical joy! We wanted to remind you about the upcoming Cole Music Studio Recital, a showcase of talent and … Continue reading →

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Music Lessons: Do They Make You Smarter?

Posted on May 15, 2023 by Mark Cole

By Ford Barker – Do music lessons make you smarter? This question is misleading. It is easier to address this question by rephrasing it. Do music lessons improve cognition? The answer is a resounding yes! To elaborate, there are four basic components … Continue reading →

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Working On Assignment: Travelling the World

Posted on April 7, 2023 by Mark Cole

Many years ago I joined a multi-national conglomerate that has franchises all over the world. I started with the organization right out of university as a manager-in-training and was given my first major assignment in my late twenties.  I have … Continue reading →

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9 Keys To Memorizing Music for Worship

Posted on February 25, 2023 by Mark Cole

Lately, I have been reminded about the importance of memorizing the music when I lead worship. I have found that memorization brings my leading of the congregation and worship of God to a whole new level. I lead on either … Continue reading →

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