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Date: July 31st, 2007 | Length: 3.35 | Instructor: Steve Eulberg

Laurierst wrote in and asked if it was ok to play by ear without learning sheet music. Steve Eulberg answer this question and talks about why sheet music is good, but not necessary. Another benefit of being a member of JamPlay is the video response section. Our expert staff fields questions from our members and provides video responses each week.

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