Dear Students, Parents, Friends, Family, and those special brass players Conversations in practice room these days have been about vocalizes, ornamentation, and riffs. Books exist out there so we practice them just as diligently as our repertoire. Here is a link to an article about vocalizes. It mentioned a book I have had on […] Read more…
Let me share with you, my teacher and mentor! Isn’t he great?! I have been discussing this with some of my students already, but let us begin a more in depth conversation about belting and mixing! Remember also what I say…ALL sound is legit!!!! Read more…
In order to maintain high levels of intensity and focus, try this exercise for your next practice session. Now, go practice! Read more…
Like any craft, it is nice to have tools of the trade. Our tools: Good teacher Recording device Designated practice location Sturdy 3-ring binder Music to be studied Pencil or pen Note Paper to journal your thoughts, observations, or insights you experienced during your private practice. Document your time! Those self-discoveries are valuable nuggets of […] Read more…
Here is a thought. Like comcentrated orange juice in a can, our minds are more powerful if we do not water it down. –me This past week I have asked all of you to start bringing a device which records portions of your lesson. We have timed it and have agreed on that amount of […] Read more…