Category: Horn
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Simplify Practice Decisions: The Practice Menu
One problem that comes up a lot with students, especially younger students or when there aren’t clear short-term goals, is what to practice. When the All-State music comes out, or if there are upcoming seating auditions, then the practice plan becomes clear. But one thing that separates the average students from the outstanding students is…
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It’s not just a punchline – the “Probability-Based Drummer” is a real thing.
While this almost certainly belongs on the tech part of my website, rather than the music portion, I just really love the phrase, probability-based drummer. I can think of a few probability-based musicians I’ve known in my life, and I think I’m going to start using that phrase instead of saying they have “bad rhythm”…
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Calm vs. Nerves vs. Terror: Which is Best?
Although no one likes being nervous, it may actually be the best way to perform.
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Book Review: Horn Technique by Jeffery Agrell
A look inside Jeffery Agrell’s book about the ins and outs of horn playing.
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Need to Rise and Shine? Reset Your Sleep
Just because you’re a musician doesn’t mean that you are destined to wake up at noon!
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Self-Talk: Criticism vs. Compassion
It’s no secret that the increasing development and research into sports psychology has trickled down into the performing arts fields. Books from authors like Don Greene, Timothy Gallwey and Barry Green have brought many aspects of the mental preparation done by elite athletes (and others in high-stress jobs) into the open for musicians. Many conservatories…
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Warming Up – Summer Edition Changes
The summer is a great time to tweak your warm-up. Here’s an interesting idea from James Boldin that I’m looking into.
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Epstein Resources: Breathing, Support, Practice
Eli Epstein not only has a great book, but his Youtube channel is a great resource for all levels of horn player.
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Hooked on (Horn) Phonics
Vowels are a crucial part of every brass players technique. These references can help!