Improving Endurance on the French Horn
For brass instrument players, endurance can be
a challenging skill to develop. Here are
my thoughts on what real endurance requires.
For brass instrument players, endurance can be
a challenging skill to develop. Here are
my thoughts on what real endurance requires.
Trying to substitute intensity for consistency in
any musical practice is a recipe for
disappointment. Here's a better way.
A few thoughts on preparing for
All-District and All-State auditions for middle
and high school students.
It seems counter-intuitive, but a 5
minute per day practice plan can
lead to long-term improvement.
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.
Prepare for the 2022-23 KMEA Kentucky
All-State French horn audition with these
practice tips, recordings, and practice resources!
When is a good time to start (or improve)
your practice routine? Right NOW! Here are some ways
to start (or tweak) your practice for maximum results.
The Dip and The Gap are two important concepts for anyone working in
a creative field. These two videos can help you understand these two concepts
and discover if you want to work through them (or quit).
The summer is a prime time for taking a bit of a
break from the horn. However, there are a couple of things to
consider to make sure you're prepared AFTER your break is over.
Two practice strategies to help students develop
a consistent practice habit and improve their
technique at the same time.