With Finale’s sudden and disruptive departure, there’s a big hole left in the music notation software sector. However, there are lessons to be learned for the next surprise shutdown.
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A[n Updated] Guide to Horn Oils and Greases
Posted on August 23, 2024
Horn
When it comes to brass lubricants, there are a lot of options. This PDF by Hetman is a great resource to find the right lubricant for any horn!
Android Presents Users With A Fitness-Tracker Quandry
Posted on June 4, 2024
Tech
Recent updates to Google’s fitness tracking services mean that Android users may need to think about their next fitness tracker.
Amazon Is Full of Flash Drives That Will Eat Your Data
Posted on October 27, 2023
Tech
Those too-good-to-be-true 1 terabyte flash drives you find on Amazon might be more dangerous than you realize. Here’s how to protect your data!
LastPass: Revenge of the Breach
Posted on October 13, 2023
Tech
The LastPass breach – as bad as it was – looks like it’s reached worst-case. Now the vaults are (likely) being cracked.
NSA Best Practices on Network Security
Posted on March 20, 2023
Tech
The need for basic network security has led the NSA to create a 9-page PDF with some of the best ways to protect your home (or work) network!
Improving Endurance on the French Horn
Posted on February 17, 2023
Horn
For brass instrument players, endurance can be a challenging skill to develop. Here are my thoughts on what real endurance requires.
Music
Finale’s Unforseen Farewell
Posted on August 27, 2024
With Finale’s sudden and disruptive departure, there’s a big hole left in the music notation software sector. However, there are lessons to be learned for the next surprise shutdown.
A[n Updated] Guide to Horn Oils and Greases
Posted on August 23, 2024
When it comes to brass lubricants, there are a lot of options. This PDF by Hetman is a great resource to find the right lubricant for any horn!
Improving Endurance on the French Horn
Posted on February 17, 2023
For brass instrument players, endurance can be a challenging skill to develop. Here are my thoughts on what real endurance requires.
Why Substituting Intensity for Consistency Leads to Audition Disappointment – and How to Fix It.
Posted on November 21, 2022
Trying to substitute intensity for consistency in any musical practice is a recipe for disappointment. Here’s a better way.
All-District/All-State Audition Preparation
Posted on November 11, 2022
A few thoughts on preparing for All-District and All-State auditions for middle and high school students.
How 5 Minutes of Practice Can Lead to Real Change
Posted on October 14, 2022
It seems counter-intuitive, but a 5 minute per day practice plan can lead to long-term improvement.
Thoughts on Getting Gigs in a Pit
Posted on September 23, 2022
Getting work in the pit for musical theater shows can seem like an impossible challenge. Here are some ideas on how to improve your chances on getting those gigs.
Two Music Practice Styles: Assembly Line vs. Kanban
Posted on August 29, 2022
Most students practice like they are working on a Ford assembly line. But a method developed by Toyota in the late 1940’s can unlock so much more.
Technology
Finale’s Unforseen Farewell
Posted on August 27, 2024
With Finale’s sudden and disruptive departure, there’s a big hole left in the music notation software sector. However, there are lessons to be learned for the next surprise shutdown.
Android Presents Users With A Fitness-Tracker Quandry
Posted on June 4, 2024
Recent updates to Google’s fitness tracking services mean that Android users may need to think about their next fitness tracker.
Amazon Is Full of Flash Drives That Will Eat Your Data
Posted on October 27, 2023
Those too-good-to-be-true 1 terabyte flash drives you find on Amazon might be more dangerous than you realize. Here’s how to protect your data!
LastPass: Revenge of the Breach
Posted on October 13, 2023
The LastPass breach – as bad as it was – looks like it’s reached worst-case. Now the vaults are (likely) being cracked.
NSA Best Practices on Network Security
Posted on March 20, 2023
The need for basic network security has led the NSA to create a 9-page PDF with some of the best ways to protect your home (or work) network!
WordFence: State of WordPress 2022
Posted on February 3, 2023
WordFence released its “2022 State of WordPress” report last month. Here’s what it says about the security of WordPress sites across the internet.
The Last Chance for LastPass
Posted on January 14, 2023
The latest LastPass breach has caused me to look for other options – here’s why.
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