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Classical Music in Flim
Read more: Classical Music in FlimI recently watched two movies featuring classical music as a backdrop. Like most dramas, the story lies in the characters’ personalities and their environments. Both ‘TÁR’ and ‘Chevalier’ use classical music as a stage to tell the stories of strong personalities operating at the height of their profession. ‘TÁR’ felt more like an episode of…
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Buzzing and Practice
Read more: Buzzing and PracticeAs a trumpet player, I have always sought ways to improve my technique and sound production. Lately, I’ve been working on more buzzing in my practice routines. Since I spend a fair amount of time in the car, I do some of that work while driving. Either free-buzzing (just lips without a mouthpiece) while driving…
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Latest Conversation with Young Brass Players
Read more: Latest Conversation with Young Brass PlayersAs a music educator, I always find great joy in engaging with young inquzitive brass players and delving into the intricacies of their craft. In a recent conversations with these developing musicians, we explored several essential aspects of their journey, including breathing techniques, warm-up routines, sight-reading pitfalls, the importance of practicing etudes, and the art…
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Conversations With Young Brass Players
Read more: Conversations With Young Brass PlayersWhen I find myself engaged in conversations with younger performers, the conversations tends to lead into questions of “how and who”. “How do you practice that?” and “Who do you listen to?” These two PDF’s help me in my own evaluation of my practice habits and what I listen for as I continue to develop…
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