Tag: horn playing
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Three Kinds of Tasks
Broadly speaking, there are three kinds of tasks that people do regularly. How you categorize your tasks impacts how (and how well) you do them.
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A Light at the End of the Tunnel
Some thoughts about the move from virtual lessons to in-person lessons.
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To Maximize Competence and Confidence: Eat the Frog or Not?
Should your first task be your hardest task, or something a bit easier?
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Reducing Practice Frustration
One of the biggest challenges I’ve faced in my own playing career has been managing my own expectations.
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Rules vs. Decisions
Creating a few, carefully-chosen life rules can have a huge impact on almost any aspect of your life.
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Seinfeld’s System(s) for Success
A look into the systems that have sustained Jerry Seinfeld and how those could be useful to musicians.
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The Vienna Horn in non-Viennese Ensembles
A look into using the Vienna horn within a non-Viennese ensemble.
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Improve the Stragglers
While it’s encouraging to improve things that you’re already good at, there’s a more efficient way to get better.
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A (Possible) Alternative to Playing Masks
Playing masks present a special challenge for wind and brass players, but there may be some relief on the horizon.
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150 “New” Etudes for 2021 Practice
A recent public-domain entry from a classic etude collection will give you plenty of practice material for 2021!