Are you a musician feeling stuck in your practice—like no matter how much you train your ear or work on your music, you just aren’t improving? In this episode of the UreMusic Podcast, Kevin breaks down the real reasons your musical progress stalls and shares practical, down-to-earth strategies to help you get moving again.

You’ll learn:

-- Why plateaus happen in ear training and music practice

-- How to spot the signs you’re stuck

-- Simple, actionable steps to reignite your progress—no matter your instrument or experience level

Whether you’re working on audiation, composition, or just want to get better at hearing music, this episode will help you break through the rut and keep growing as a musician.

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