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Practice Tools: Complementary vs. Competitive

There are two kinds of practice tools: tools that help

ONLY when you use them, and tools that help AFTER

you use them. Here's a look at both types.

A brief review of three page-turning

pedals I've used in the 5+

years of using digital sheet music.

A comparison of horns - not

for the best sound or easiest

playability, but for the best aesthetics.

The first step of knowing how to teach yourself (or

others) is learning how to learn. And this video on

neuroplasticity can give you all the tools you need.

A few years ago I wrote about several advanced features of

MobileSheets Pro. Since I've been using an iPad as my music

reader, I've discovered a few useful, but hidden features.

The future of Android (and ChromeOS) tablets is

murky. But here's why I didn't recommend any

as digital music readers for 2022.

I've updated my list of digital music reader

recommendations for those looking to buy a new

music tablet (Android or Apple) for 2022!

One of the coolest music history

tidbits I've heard in recent memory

- Stravinsky and the Orchestra Hit.

A new website by the horn professor

at Western Illinois University aims to help

brass players reduce or prevent overuse injuries.

Your warm-up is a daily vote for how you

want to play when you're under pressure. Make sure

that you make your vote count every single day.