Category: Horn
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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!
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Great Web Resource for Brass Players
I recently found another great online resource for every brass player – Check it out!
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You’re Only As Good As Your Ears
While practicing is necessary to improve, you can only improve what you hear!
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No Time To Practice
“I didn’t have time to practice this week, I had too much to do.” It’s an excuse that everyone who has been teaching for more than 15 minutes has heard. It’s also an excuse that almost everyone who has played an instrument for more than a week has made. But it’s a lie. And no…
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Deciding On A College? 2 Things To Consider
Deciding on a college is stressful, no matter what your major is going to be. Especially if you have multiple schools offering competing scholarships. John Ericson over at HornMatters.com has written a great article about two things to consider when you’re finalizing your college choice: Being pushed to respond to scholarship offers before the May…