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This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring women's trumpet trailblazer, founder of the International Women's Brass Conference, and 40-year First Trumpet of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, Susan Slaughter, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here: "Susan Slaughter trumpet interview" About Susan Slaughter: Born in McCordsville, IN, Susan Slaughter started playing trumpet at the age of 10. Graduating from Indiana University with a coveted performer's certificate, Susan auditioned for and won the Principal Trumpet position in 1967 with the Toledo, Ohio Symphony. Susan then joined the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra in l969 and four years later became the first woman ever to be named Principal Trumpet of a major symphony orchestra. In 1992, Susan founded the International Women's Brass Conference, an organization dedicated to provide opportunities and recognition for women brass musicians. As a fund-raising effort to support the International Women's Brass Conference, Ms. Slaughter organized and produced the very popular Holiday Brass Concerts, which are now in their second decade, and are performed each December in the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis. Other cities in the United States are holding their own Holiday Brass Concerts to help support the ever-growing International Women's Brass Conference. In 1996, Ms. Slaughter founded Monarch Brass, an all women's brass ensemble, which has toured in the United States and Europe to critical acclaim. Susan appears regularly in area recitals and religious programs, and has been a frequent soloist with the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra, as well as with several other ensembles throughout the country. Her work is represented on a number of Saint Louis Symphony releases, including the highly acclaimed recordings of Mahler's Symphony No. 2, Prokofiev's Symphony No. 5, Gershwin's Piano Concerto in F, Mussorgsky's Pictures at an Exhibition, Barber's Capricorn Concerto, and most recently, John Adams' Doctor Atomic. Many of these and other recordings have been nominated for or won Grammy Awards. Susan has performed with Wynton Marsalis, Kathleen Battle, Christine Brewer, Doc Severinsen, Al Hirt in duets, amongst others. She has served on the faculty of the Grand Teton Orchestra Seminar and the National Orchestra Institute, and has been lecture/recitalist at the International Trumpet Guild, while also serving on its board of directors. Since the 1980's, Susan has performed the National Anthem and “God Bless America” on an annual basis for the St. Louis Cardinals Baseball Club and, at the invitation of the Baseball Commissioner Fay Vincent, performed the National Anthem at Game 3 of the 1991 World Series, played in Atlanta between the Braves and Twins (link). Some of the awards and recognition Susan has received over the years include nomination by Ladies Home Journal for its annual Woman of the Year award, a special Leadership Award in the Arts from the Young Women's Christian Association, the American Federation of Musicians, Local 2-197 Owen Miller Award for loyalty, dedication and fairness in actions and deeds, and the 2007 Arts and Education Council Award for Excellence in the Arts. Susan has studied over the years with Herbert Mueller, Bernard Adelstein, Arnold Jacobs, Robert Nagel, Claude Gordon and Laurie Frink, and retired as Principal Trumpet from the Saint Louis Symphony on September 1, 2010. Podcast listeners! Enter code "podcast" at checkout for 15% off any of our Gard bags! Visit trumpetmouthpiece.com for more info. Episode Links: Holiday Brass Los Angeles Brass Alliance website https://www.instagram.com/losangelesbrassalliance/ International Women's Brass Conference, May 19-24, Hartford, Connecticut. Register: myiwbc.org Sign up sheet for valve alignments: bobreeves.com/iwbc International Trumpet Guild Conference, May 27-31, University of Utah, Salt Lake City. Sign up sheet for valve alignments: bobreeves.com/itg William Adam Trumpet Festival, June 19-22, Clarksville, Tennessee. williamadamtrumpet.com Sign up sheet for valve alignments: bobreeves.com/williamadam Greg Wing, Reflections on a Grateful Journey, available on Apple Music Podcast Credits: “A Room with a View“ - composed and performed by Howie Shear Podcast Host - John Snell Cover Art - Susan Slaughter Audio Engineer - Ted Cragg
Sarah Viens is Principal Trumpet of the Pacific Northwest Ballet Orchestra and Symphony Tacoma, and is an active performer in the Pacific Northwest. Sarah frequently performs with the Seattle Symphony, Oregon Symphony, Auburn Symphony, Oregon Ballet Theater, and the Seattle and Portland Operas. She is Second Trumpet with the Sunriver Music Festival, and has performed with the Britt Festival Orchestra, Chamber Music Northwest, and the Oregon Bach Festival.In this episode, we discuss the trappings of academic careers, orchestral careers, and orchestral economics! Tune in for part 2 with Sarah later this month!
Imogen Whitehead is a true trailblazer in the world of trumpet performance. Currently the principal trumpet of the Britten Sinfonia, Imogen has performed as principal trumpet with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra and the Aurora Orchestra. Alongside her orchestral work, she has also carved out a dynamic solo career, commissioning and premiering new trumpet and flugelhorn music, and championing contemporary compositions.In this interview, we explore the wide-ranging facets of Imogen's career and the personal and professional steps she's taken to build her impressive path. We begin in Part 1 by talking about her recent experience touring with the London Symphony Orchestra, where she reflects on both her audition and the challenges and rewards of playing with such a renowned ensemble.We then move on to discuss her time with the Aurora Orchestra, an ensemble that performs much of its repertoire entirely from memory—a fascinating approach that Imogen describes in detail. She also shares insights into her experience premiering Anibal Vidal's Trumpet Concerto with the Britten Sinfonia, and how this commissioning project came to life.Throughout our conversation, we explore the career strategies Imogen has employed, including the importance of building personal connections and the role that social media has played in expanding her reach. Imogen also takes us back to her time as a student at the Royal Academy of Music, where she recalls a transformative lesson with the legendary Jim Watson.In the second part of our conversation [Subscriber Content], Imogen discusses further studies with Norwegian soloist Tine Thing Helseth in Oslo, shedding light on how brief but impactful experiences can shape a musician's growth. She also provides an inside look at the commissioning process for To Stay Open, a piece by Charlotte Harding inspired by the work of psychologist Pippa Grange.We end on a fun note, as Imogen shares the unique experience of playing in the recording and filming of Mahler's 2nd Symphony for the 2023 Film "Maestro", an American biographical romantic drama about Leonard Bernstein..Whether you're a young player, a seasoned professional, or simply a fan of music, this episode with Imogen Whitehead is sure to inspire you to take chances, put in the work, and grow both as a musician and a person.Would you like more inspirational stories, suggestions, insights, and a place to continue the conversations with other listeners? Visit anthonyplog-on-music.supercast.com to learn more! As a Contributing Listener of "Anthony Plog on Music," you'll have access to extra premium content and benefits including: Extra Audio Content: Only available to Contributing Listeners. Podcast Reflections: Tony's written recaps and thoughts on past interviews, including valuable tips and suggestions for students. Ask Me Anything: Both as written messages and occasional member-only Zoom sessions. The Show's Discord Server: Where conversations about interviews, show suggestions, and questions happen. It's a great place to meet other listeners and chat about all things music! Can I just donate instead of subscribing? Absolutely! Cancel at anytime and easily resubscribe when you want all that extra content again. Learn more about becoming a Contributing Listener @ anthonyplog-on-music.supercast.com!
Welcome to the show. Today we're tackling a topic that sends chills down the spines of many: mastering auditions. Whether you're aiming for a spot in an orchestra, prepping for a college jury, or even gearing up for that pivotal job interview, the anxiety and fear of auditions is a universal experience.Auditions can feel like stepping into the unknown, a daunting challenge that tests not only your skills but also your nerves. But here's the good news: just like any other challenge, the more you familiarize yourself with the process, the less intimidating it becomes. Remember the first time you rode a bike or spoke in public? The fear melted away with practice and preparation, and auditions are no different.Our guest on this episode is Micah Wilkinson, principal trumpet with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. Micah has been on both sides of the audition table and understands the nuances that can make or break a performance. Our hope is that by the end of this episode, you'll feel more confident and equipped to tackle your next big opportunity with ease. Let's turn those audition fears into triumphs!Episode Highlights:-Micah shares his musical background in the Atlanta area...02:25-"You have what it takes to be a principal player"; a mentor spurs on a promising career...06:06-Micah's personal experience with auditions (what worked, what didn't)...12:05-Success in certain roles requires a certain amount of "healthy arrogance"...17:25-Focus on the music vs. YOU and no one hardly notices the mistakes...23:19-How do you play "consistently"; and what does "consistency" even mean?...28:35-How a giant whiteboard and recording device can help you track progress on audition prep...32:00-"There's no doubt in my mind the person who won [the recent PSO audition] was more prepared than anyone else"...35:00-View articulation more as properly expressing the language of the music vs. tonguing or fingering with a certain technique...43:00-Plus whatever your discerning ears deem worthy of your time and interest...Episode Sponsor:MF Lip GripAbout the Guest:Micah Wilkinson has enjoyed a varied career as an orchestral musician, soloist, chamber artist, and teacher. He was appointed Principal Trumpet of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra by Music Director Manfred Honeck in September 2017. Wilkinson came to the Pittsburgh Symphony from the San Diego Symphony, where he served as Principal Trumpet for three years. He previously held positions with the Houston Symphony, the San Francisco Symphony, the Oregon Symphony, and the Tucson Symphony. He recently performed in subscription programs as Guest Principal Trumpet with the New York Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, St. Louis Symphony, and the Seoul Philharmonic. In the summers, he performs as Principal Trumpet of the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra.As an educator, he strives to help the next generation of brass players to find their own unique voices as musical artists. He is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after instructors for trumpet in the United States and enjoys working privately with students at his home studio in Pittsburgh and online through virtual platforms. He is currently on the faculty at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh and at the Chautauqua Institution School of Music. He has also taught at the Aspen Music Festival, Eastman Summer Music Institute, Round Top Festival Hill Institute, and the Brevard Music Center. He previously served on the faculties of the University of Houston and Portland State University, and has presented master classes and clinics for colleges and universities all over the United States, as well as Europe and Asia. Wilkinson grew up in Norcross, Georgia. A...
brassmastery.com/bergmanWhen I first approached Jason Bergman about appearing on the Brass Mastery™ podcast, the first thing I asked him was, "What do you want to talk about?"It's always best to play to the strengths of your guests when one is doing a creative endeavor such as this.Jason replied he'd like to delve into the realm of self-care as it pertains to teaching brass instrumentalists.As professor of trumpet at the prestigious Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University, Jason has learned a thing or two on this topic (or one would assume), so I agreed to discuss this on the show, eager to hear what he has to say on the topic.The thing we ended up talking about the most is how shame affects our self-perception as musicians, hindering our musical output and progression - to the point some even get discouraged and leave music as a serious pursuit altogether.What is the root cause of this shame and deleterious effects it has on us? Jason opens up on some of his own setbacks as a performer and teacher, and shares some of the innovative teaching techniques he employs at IU to confront the many barriers we put up that inhibit our progress as musicians and play to the best of our ability. Episode highlights:-Brief rundown of Jason's academic career...03:00-Giving credit to impactful figures who don't seek the spotlight...05:15-One seemingly insignificant thing we say today may make a massive impact in the future...07:45-Jason's founding origins on trumpet and music...11:20-The students became the mentor...17:35-Self-awareness, and the need to care for one's self in order to best help those charged to our care...22:50-An examination of shame and how it affects our mindset and overall wellbeing as musicians...29:00-We get ourselves tied up in knots when we're thinking about the notes vs. the musical product...36:00-When you're "okay with being unokay" the mistakes magically dissipate...38:40-"A rising tide lifts all ships" i.e. when one succeeds, all succeed...41:40-Meat therapy, and how Jason decompresses during down time...46:10Resources mentioned:Brene Brown videosAbout the Guest:American trumpeter Jason Bergman was appointed Associate Professor of Music in Trumpet at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music in 2022. He has performed throughout the United States, South America, Europe, and China. In 2008, Bergman was named Associate Principal Trumpet of the Santiago Philharmonic in Chile and more recently has been Principal Trumpet of the Mobile Symphony Orchestra and Mobile Opera. He has also performed with the Utah Symphony, Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, Dallas Symphony, Dallas Opera, Fort Worth Symphony, and the Dallas Winds, including on their Grammy-nominated album featuring the music of John Williams. Additionally, Bergman has performed in concert with the Canadian Brass, Rhythm & Brass and with conductor David Robertson at Carnegie Hall as part of the Weill Music Institute. He also performed as a fellow at the Music Academy of the West. Bergman has given recitals and master classes at numerous institutions worldwide and has performed and presented at the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic, College Music Society, International Tuba and Euphonium Conference, Mississippi Bandmasters Association, Mississippi Music Teachers Association, Utah Music Educators Conference, International Trumpet Guild, and the Texas Music Educators Association Annual Convention. As a soloist, he has performed with the Royal Belgian Air Force Band, Garland Symphony Orchestra, Timpanogos Symphony, and the Beijing Central Conservatory of Music Wind Ensemble
In his thirty-eight years with the Utah Symphony, Nick Norton experienced all aspects of what it means to be an orchestral trumpet player. He began his career with the orchestra as second trumpet and after nine years auditioned for, and won, the newly vacated position of principal trumpet. Towards the end of his tenure with the orchestra, he moved to become a sort of roving section player. But in addition to his life as a trumpet player, Nick has also had a very full life outside of music which, among other things, involved preserving Emigration Canyon in Salt Lake City in its pristine state for the future. He is not only a good friend of mine, he is also a hero to me, a person with great integrity and honor (and also a great sense of humor... I can't recall a phone conversation with him where I didn't laugh.)We begin our conversation with Nick talking about his audition for second trumpet in the Utah Symphony, his experience in that position, and then his audition for principal trumpet nine years later. Nick did about nine mock auditions for friends beforehand, and he speaks about how his poor showing in his last mock audition, and what he learned from it, helped him win the position with the Utah Symphony. Since he has played all positions in the trumpet section, I asked him about the different roles or goals of each trumpet seat in the orchestra and how to work well with a section. Nick also played principal trumpet with the Malmö Symphony in Sweden for a short period of time, so we talk about the differences in brass playing between an American and Swedish orchestra.Dorico Professional music notation and composition software from Steinberg. Download a free 30-trial today!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Would you like more inspirational stories, suggestions, insights, and a place to continue the conversations with other listeners? Visit anthonyplog-on-music.supercast.com to learn more! As a Contributing Listener of "Anthony Plog on Music," you'll have access to extra premium content and benefits including: Extra Audio Content: Only available to Contributing Listeners. Podcast Reflections: Tony's written recaps and thoughts on past interviews, including valuable tips and suggestions for students. Ask Me Anything: Both as written messages and occasional member-only Zoom sessions. The Show's Discord Server: Where conversations about interviews, show suggestions, and questions happen. It's a great place to meet other listeners and chat about all things music! Can I just donate instead of subscribing? Absolutely! Cancel at anytime and easily resubscribe when you want all that extra content again. Learn more about becoming a Contributing Listener @ anthonyplog-on-music.supercast.com!
This podcast is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. Join us at Dillon Music, November 9-11 for valve alignments and mouthpiece consultations. Email sales@dillonmusic to schedule an appointment! David Washburn is a Yamaha Performing Artist and serves as Principal Trumpet of the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. A much sought-after musician in Los Angeles, he also holds the position of Associate Principal Trumpet of the LA Opera Orchestra. He has served as principal trumpet and soloist with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra. Active in the recording studio, David has numerous motion picture soundtracks to his credit. He has played principal trumpet for Incredibles 2, Coco, A Quiet Place, Spider-Man Homecoming, War for the Planet of the Apes, xXx: Return of Xander Cage, 10 Cloverfield Lane, Independence Day – Resurgence, Godzilla, The Amazing Spider-Man, The Karate Kid, Avatar, The Legend of Zorro, Troy, A Beautiful Mind, Windtalkers, The Perfect Storm, Titanic and Deep Impact. He has also been part of the John Williams trumpet section for over 20 years and has performed on the soundtracks of Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Star Wars: The Last Jedi. David is a member of the faculty at Biola University and Azusa Pacific University. He has held teaching positions at the University of California Irvine, Chapman University, California State University Northridge, California State University Long Beach, University of Redlands, Idyllwild Arts Academy and the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts. David received his Master of Music, with distinction, from the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston and his Bachelor of Music from the Thornton Music School at the University of Southern California. His trumpet instructors have included Rob Roy McGregor, Robert Nagel, John Clyman and Joan LaRue. David has been a featured soloist with many different orchestras, including the Los Angeles, St. Louis, Knox-Galesburg, Hong Kong and California Philharmonics; the Los Angeles, San Diego and South Bay Chamber Orchestras; the Berkeley, Burbank and Glendale Symphonies; and the New York String, University of California Irvine and Pasadena Pops Orchestras. He has also been featured with the New York Chamber Music Society at Lincoln Center, as well as at the Santa Fe, La Jolla and Music@Menlo Chamber Music Festivals. In 2018, David performed the Bach Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 as well as the Telemann, Albinoni and Haydn Trumpet Concertos with the Lincoln Center Chamber Music Society, the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra and the Knox-Galesburg Symphony. In the summer, David performs at the Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival in Orcas Island, WA; Mainly Mozart Festival in San Diego, CA; Music@Menlo Chamber Music Festival in Menlo Park, CA; and the SummerFest Chamber Music Festival in San Diego. David was also part of the inaugural Chamber Music Festival at the Green Music Center in Sonoma, CA performing Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in 2015. Listen to this episode online: https://bobreeves.com/blog/david-washburn-trumpet-interview/
We continue our conversation about experiences at Juilliard and then move on to their current jobs: Principal Trumpet with the Nashville Symphony and Principal Trombone with the New York City Ballet, and specifically what they experienced in their auditions for those two orchestras.
In addition to their new jobs, Will and Carlos have had experiences performing with other major orchestras, such as the New York Philharmonic, the Philadelphia Orchestra, the St. Louis Symphony, and the London Symphony. Our talk then turns to the future, with Will talking about his work with the Vennture Mouthpiece company, and Carlos about training to become an Alexander Technique teacher.
Trombonist Carlos Jiménez Fernández and Trumpeter William Leathers have already had exceptional lives as musicians, even though they just recently graduated with a Bachelor's degree from Juilliard. They already have great jobs as principal players (Will with the Nashville Symphony and Carlos with the New York City Ballet) and have also performed with groups such as the New York Philharmonic, Philadelphia Orchestra, and London Symphony. It was a joy to speak with them about their journey at this early stage of their career.In Part 1, we begin our conversation by talking about how Will and Carlos got to Juilliard. Will started a GoFundMe project in Canada, raising over $70,000 to help pay for his tuition, and Carlos was able to get a scholarship. I ask about their audition to get into the school (an audition where very few people are accepted) and then we talk about their studies with their main teachers, Joe Alessi for Carlos and Chris Martin and Ray Mase for Will.
I talked to Chris Smith (SDSO) about the discipline required to succeed in the music industry and confronting hard truths. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artssalon/support
The newest directions in 21st Century trumpet performance are being explored and defined by Courtney Jones, an award-winning Bach performing and recording artist who has also emerged as a leading figure in contemporary performance and pedagogy, conducting, and service to inner-city youth through music outreach programs. An artist who transcends stylistic boundaries and in high demand as a clinician and adjudicator, Courtney has performed with classical ensembles and orchestras throughout the United States, internationally, and has won multiple solo awards and accolades through regional and national trumpet competitions. This journey began in Jones' hometown of Columbus, Georgia. While earning his Bachelor of Music degree at Columbus State University, Courtney performed with various Columbus State University ensembles and recorded with artists such as Jens Lindemann, Joseph Alessi, John Bruce Yeh, and the Columbus State University Wind Ensemble under the Naxos Music label. While completing his Master of Music degree in Trumpet Performance at Shenandoah Conservatory in Winchester, Virginia, Courtney studied under the instruction of J. Carlton Rowe, former Principal Trumpet of the “President's Own” United States Marine Band, Craig Fraedrich of The U.S. Army Blues, and performed as Substitute Principal with the Loudon Symphony Orchestra of Leesburg, Virginia. He also had additional studies with Steve Hendrickson of the National Symphony Orchestra Courtney conducted his doctoral studies at UCLA under the instruction of international soloist and former lead trumpet of the Canadian Brass, Jens Lindemann. During his time at UCLA, Courtney worked as a Teaching Associate for lecture courses and provided weekly lessons for university trumpet students under the direction of Lindemann. Winner of a Gluck Fellowship, Jones was then selected as the conductor of the UCLA Brass Ensemble during the latter part of his residency. His musicological research during this period explored 21st Century ideological and transcendental concepts of performance practice focusing on a lesser-known contemporary work of composer Frank Ticheli, The First Voice for Solo Bb Trumpet. The intention of this dissertation was to broaden the technical capabilities of 21st century performers and shed light on the ideological and philosophical foundations of Ticheli's composition. While the study is largely analytic and interpretive, the main purpose and goal is to help modern trumpet players develop more confidence in performing Ticheli's music and other contemporary compositions in related genres. Before completing his doctorate, Courtney was appointed as the Visiting Assistant Professor of Trumpet at the Voxman School of Music at the University of Iowa. During his two-year residency Jones served as the Principal Trumpet for the Iowa Faculty Brass Quintet, taught Graduate Brass Pedagogy and Literature, and served on recital and graduate committees. He was asked to lead the University's top performing Jazz Ensemble (director on leave) and produced an engaging performance concert by the University's Brass Ensemble (which had previously been inactive for a number of years) to showcase the importance of Brass Bands as an engaging training ground for solidifying technical and pedagogical facility for brass players. In addition to his applied obligations, Courtney performed with Orchestra Iowa, the Dubuque Symphony, and gave solo performances with both the Cedar Rapids Municipal Band and New Horizons Band. One of which was the Midwest Premiere of Kim Scharnberg's Travelogue for Eb Trumpet. Besides performing with well-known jazz and popular artists, he has shared the stage with famous artists or groups such as Kenny Burrell, B.B. King, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Rihanna, Lalo Schifrin, Vanessa Williams, Boy George and The Culture Club, Jennifer Cox, and Stevie Wonder. In addition to his solo performance career, Courtney has performed with the Golden States Pop Orchestra, the Southeast Symphony Orchestra, the Macao Orchestra (China), the Pasadena Orchestra, the Debut Orchestra, the Inspiravi Chamber Orchestra, the Gateways Festival Orchestra, the Orchid City Brass Band, the Oslo Philharmonic (Norway), the Long Beach Opera, the Chamber Singers of Iowa City, the Salt-River Brass Band, the Gateways Brass Collective, and most recently had his Carnegie Hall and Metropolitan Art Museum performance debut this past May in New York. His feature film and television credits include music performed for “Glee,” “Notes from Dad,” “Cougar Town,” and “Criminal Minds” among other productions listed under the media tab of his website. Prior to his appointment at Florida Atlantic University as the Assistant Professor of Trumpet & Artistic Director of Jazz and Chamber Ensembles, Jones was a Lecturer of Music at Columbus State University while recording his Solo CD project, “Between 2 Worlds,” at the Joyce and Henry Schwob School of Music. Between teaching and solo performing engagements, Dr. Jones has and continues to promote music education and instrumental performance in inner-city schools through the Music Outreach Program at UCLA, The Harmony Project of Los Angeles, Trumpets 4 Kids in Dallas, Texas, and the Nat King Cole Generation Hope, Inc. Each of these programs offers schoolchildren art-in-education opportunities. These programs are essential because they provide underserved, inner-city students, and communities with musical training and mentorship that would otherwise be inaccessible.
Neal Berntsen joined the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra trumpet section in March 1997, having been appointed at the invitation of Music Director Lorin Maazel in 1996. He is a native of Tacoma, Washington. He began his musical studies at age five playing the violin under the tutelage of his mother. By age eight he advanced to the trumpet and ultimately received a B.M. from the University of Puget Sound and a M.M. from Northwestern University. A former member of the Chicago Lyric Opera Orchestra and the Grant Park Symphony Orchestra, Neal has also performed as Principal trumpet for the Ravinia Festival Orchestra, Chicago Chamber Orchestra, Cincinatti Symphony Orchestra, San Diego Symphony Orchestra and the Bamberg Sinfoniker in Germany. Other orchestral performances have included the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Boston Symphony Orchestra and Houston Symphony Orchestra. Active as a chamber musician, Neal is a member of the Pittsburgh Symphony Brass whose recordings, “BACH: THE ART OF FUGUE” (1998), “A CHRISTMAS CONCERT” (2000), “THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS” (2003) and “A SONG OF CHRISTMAS” (2008) were described as “...Awhirl with color and rhythmic vitality – quite irresistible on every count.” by the Pittsburgh Post- Gazette. The recordings contain numerous arrangements by Neal Berntsen. Mr. Berntsen is also a founding member of the award-winning Asbury Brass Quintet, about which Fanfare magazine stated, “Not only expert but musical...undeniable virtuosity.” The ABQ's recording with Adolph Herseth is widely regarded as an all time classic. Mr. Berntsen has toured Japan with members of the Chicago Symphony brass section as the Chicago Brass Soloists. In 2017 Mr. Berntsen gave the Pittsburgh premier of James MacMillan's concerto for trumpet, Seraph performing with the Resonance Works Orchestra with the composer in attendance. In the summer of 2015 Mr. Berntsen premiered and recorded THE ANCIENT CALL for micro-tonal trumpet and orchestra written by Iranian-American composer Reza Vali under the baton of Keith Lockhart. Mr. Berntsen performed the piece on a specially modified trumpet, which enabled him to execute the Persian quarter tone scale. In 2018 his recording of THE ANCIENT CALL was named album of the year in Iran by Noise Magazine. Mr. Berntsen's solo recording TRUMPET VOICES was released in Nov. 2005. Critics describe the recording as, “Electric... An indispensable recording for anyone who appreciates great trumpet playing.” As an educator, Mr. Berntsen is Chair of the Brass Division in the School of Music at Carnegie Mellon University. Mr. Berntsen also serves on the Faculty of Roosevelt University in Chicago. Mr. Berntsen has presented master classes and recitals around the world. In summer 2009, Neal Berntsen began an association with the Brevard Music Center in Brevard, North Carolina. Mr. Berntsen serves as Principal Trumpet for the Brevard Music Center Orchestra, performs chamber music, teaches trumpet and coaches chamber music at the festival.
Principal Trumpet for the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and Band Leader of the MSO Big Band joined Wake Up Memphis to talk of Sunset Symphony Concert with the MSO BIg Band this weekend at the Overton Park Shell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ahmad Baset Azizi is one of the most inspiring human beings I have ever met. You can read some of his stories here or here. His story is truly rare in the circles most musicians in the United States move in, and his understanding of foreign affairs is refreshing and marked by the type of nuance that only someone who has seen the world's cruelty firsthand can possess. We discuss the situation in Afghanistan, his life through music, and his unique relationship with former Principal Trumpet (and guest of the Arts Salon) Dave Bilger. I look forward to many more of these conversations with my new friend Baset, whose company I enjoyed to thoroughly. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/artssalon/support
As a young elementary school student, Mark wanted to play the saxophone. His band director thought he should play the trumpet. Who knew that decision would so drastically impact the trajectory of his life? Mark joins us to share his story and how he made a living as a freelance performer for many years, as well as explain the process to audition for major symphony orchestras, what the life of a principal trumpet player looks like, his practice routine, and what advice he often shares with the students in his university trumpet studio. Like many artists, Mark started a side business during the pandemic, which he enjoys and continues today. If you have any interest as a performer or freelancer in any capacity, don't miss this episode! You can read more about Mark Hughes at https://markhughestrumpet.com/.
David Krauss is the prodigious host of Speaking Soundly, Co-Founder of ANM, and Principal Trumpet of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra. As a soloist, he has performed with the All-Star Orchestra on their Emmy Award-winning PBS broadcast and was praised by the American Record Guide for his "singing tone, which is luxurious and inviting." He has performed as guest Principal Trumpet with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Boston Symphony Orchestra, and New York Philharmonic, as well as recorded for film and television, and played on several Broadway shows. David is a highly sought-after instructor at the Juilliard School, Manhattan School of Music, Mannes School of Music, Aspen Music Festival and School, and other top conservatories and music festivals throughout the United States.
David Krauss is the prodigious host of Speaking Soundly, Co-Founder of ANM (Artful Narratives Media), and Principal Trumpet of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra. As a soloist, he has performed with the All-Star Orchestra on their Emmy Award-winning PBS broadcast and was praised by the American Record Guide for his "singing tone, which is luxurious and inviting." He has performed as guest Principal Trumpet with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Boston Symphony Orchestra, and New York Philharmonic, as well as recorded for film and television, and played on several Broadway shows. David is a highly sought-after instructor at the Juilliard School, Manhattan School of Music, Mannes School of Music, Aspen Music Festival and School, and other top conservatories and music festivals throughout the United States. In this conversation, we started early in David's story and explored the realities of life for a freelance musician - the ways the work comes and goes, the risks and the magic. We talked about the complicated and fulfilling life of a parent playing in a major opera orchestra. And we talked about how podcasting - for both of us! - has been a portal into conversations with other artists. How David''s fascination with the CRAFT of other high-level musicians and creatives is leading to inspiration for him and for his audience. I loved hearing him light up around his curiosity, his guests, and his experiences having these conversations. I know you'll love hearing his story. Follow Speaking Soundly on apple, spotify, instagram, and facebook. Connect with David on Instagram, @DavidKrausstrumpet. Building a creative business? You need to check out the Ultimate Music Business Summit this January! I'll be presenting, and so will over two dozen other musicpreneurs! Thinking of trying FONS to streamline scheduling and payment for your music studio? Click HERE for my affiliate link and a free two week trial! Theme music and audio editing by DreamVance. You can join my email list HERE, so you never miss an episode! Or you could hop on a short call with me to brainstorm your next plan. I'm your host, Jennet Ingle. I love you all. Stay safe out there!
"I like the two people on my left and my right...what else is there to life?" Says my guest on today's episode, Scott Moore.Although he has firmly ensconced himself in the lore of greatness with the horse whinny in Sleigh Ride, Mr. Moore, long time principal trumpet with the Memphis Symphony Orchestra, has been in the trenches long enough to know that the grass aint always greener with the "elite" orchestras of America. Indeed, happiness as a musician is oftentimes found in the overlooked parts of the world, away from the busyness of fame and prestige.In this interview, Scott takes us through his journey as a trumpeter, from the small towns of Mississippi, to the New England Conservatory (where he found true mentorship in unlikely places) to his position in Memphis and beyond.Here's what you'll hear in this episode:-How a challenge from a peer in school was motivation to perfect the horse whinny...02:00-Scott's founding origins on trumpet...06:15-A "dirty jobs" type opportunity leads to invaluable on the job orchestral training...12:30-What's wrong with the typical audition process for orchestras?...19:45-What to do when the conductor says "You're too loud!"...23:00-Forays into competitive trumpeting...25:45-Scott's real mentors at the New England Conservatory...31:35-What Scott would tell his twenty something year old self...33:30-Scott's "dream gig" described...35:15-Plus whatever your discerning ears deem worthy of your time and interest...Resources mentioned:Memphis Symphony OrchestraScott's horse whinny tutorial on YouTubeAbout the guest:Scott Moore is Principal Trumpet in the Memphis Symphony Orchestra and the leader of the MSO Big Band. He has also performed with the Chicago Symphony, the St. Louis Symphony, the Baltimore Symphony, the National Symphony, and as guest principal with the symphony orchestras of Atlanta, Toronto, and Jacksonville. He has recorded and performed with the Nashville Chamber Orchestra, and with I Fiamminghi, the Orchestra of Flanders. Mr. Moore is also the Assistant Principal Trumpet in the Arizona MusicFest Orchestra.As a soloist, Mr. Moore has appeared with the San Antonio Symphony, the Nashville Chamber Orchestra, the Tennessee Summer Symphony, the Chattanooga Symphony, and on numerous occasions with the Memphis Symphony. He has also been a featured Guest Artist at the International Trumpet Guild Conference. Scott Moore has a Master of Music degree from the New England Conservatory of Music, and a Bachelor of Arts degree from McNeese State University. His teachers have included Charles Schlueter, Robert Nagel, Arnold Jacobs, and Michael Ewald.Mentioned in this episode:Robinson's Lip RepairPainful chops because of pesky cold sores are a thing of the past with Robinson's Remedies Lip Repair!Robinson's RemediesTrumpet Lessons with Adolph Herseth?Have you heard of a gentleman by the name of Bud Herseth? You have? Great! Well, Right now you can get a 57 minute audio titled Trumpet Lessons with Adolph Herseth for free. Just go to lessonswithbud.com to learn more!JNS MediaNeed a boost in your online presence? What about a podcast? Go to whataboutapodcast.com and see if it's the right call for your business. You know you need a website, but just don't have the time to maintain it. Or maybe you want a customized logo, or a bio that doesn't read like the instructions to a washing machine to set yourself apart from the rest of the pack. Visit jns.media and check out the suite of...
David Krauss is the Principal Trumpet of the Met Opera orchestra, and in this conversation, we talked about his beginnings on the trumpet, the differences between playing in a symphonic orchestra vs. an opera orchestra, how to manage the vast distances between singers, the conductor, the orchestra, and the brass section, the specific skills an opera orchestra player has to have, and some funny/terrifying stories about on stage moments we both would rather forget! We also talked about David's podcast, Speaking Soundly. This was a really fun conversation and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
Today is a real treat for me, because Gustav is one of my best friends and one of the best people I know. Gustav Melander is regarded as one of Europe's most talented young trumpet players. Having studied with Bo Nilsson and Prof. Håkan Hardenberger at the Malmö Academy of Music, since graduating, Gustav has gone on to become one of the most in demand players. Currently the tenured Co-principal Trumpet of the Malmö Symphony Orchestra, Gustav also regularly features with other Scandinavian Orchestras such as the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Royal Stockholm Philharmonic and Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra. As a soloist, Melander performs regularly and has made notable solo appearances making his debut in 2014 with the Malmö Academy of Music Symphony Orchestra and in December 2016 performed Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 with the Malmö Symphony Orchestra. Passionate about education, Melander has a number of students and has been a trumpet teacher at the Malmö Academy of Music since 2015. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/artssalon/support
My guest for this episode is Paul Merkelo. Paul is a multi-tasker. In addition to his duties as the Principal Trumpet of the Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal, Paul is also a highly sought-after soloist. He has traveled the world performing both old and new works and recently completed his fifth solo recording project. And in his spare time, Paul is on the faculty of two universities - McGill University in Montreal and The Music Academy of The West in Santa Barbara. All in a day's work. Check out what Paul has to say about the truth about Joey Tartell, Illinois vs Montreal, the viability of a career as an orchestral trumpet player, full-time gigs vs freelancing, balancing the demands as a principal player and a soloist, managing your practice, mixing things up, making a statement with your playing, transcending technique, honoring the work, keeping things fresh and challenging, the role of the ego, and so much more. So pour yourself a big glass, pull up a chair, and let the hang begin! -------------------------------------------------------------- For all things Paul, including ordering his newest recording of trumpet concertos by Arutionian, Shostakovich, and Weinberg, go to: http://www.paulmerkelotrumpet.com/ Sound like a million bucks without breaking the bank with Barkley Microphones: http://barkleymic.com/ Let Vennture Mouthpieces help you on your search for the perfect mouthpiece. Use the code "TRUMPETGURUS21" to get 10% off your purchase: https://www.vennture.mp/ If you play hard, you need to make sure you show your chops some love with Robinson's Remedies products: bit.ly/ChopLove Let Jose help you master your mental game: bit.ly/MindfulnessSecrets ------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00:00:00 Intro 00:02:10:20 The truth about Joey Tartell 00:04:13:02 Illinois vs Montreal 00:07:17:20 The viability of a career as an orchestral trumpet player 00:12:44:22 Full-time gigs vs freelancing 00:16:08:03 Balancing the demands as a principal player and a soloist 00:22:11:13 Managing your practice 00:29:30:16 Mixing things up 00:35:36:07 Making a statement with your playing 00:47:20:21 Transcending technique 00:57:51:20 Honoring the work 01:06:29:20 Keeping things fresh and challenging 01:10:31:08 The role of the ego 01:15:06:20 Sound Off 01:20:12:11 Rapid Fire Round --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thetrumpetgurus/support
The guys chat with Principal Trumpet Hunter Eberly about his trumpet collection and mastering the outdoors as a true Michigander. DSO and Between 2 Stands super fan Jim Farber talks about how classical music influences his favorite contemporary bands. Originally aired November 2020.
In this short bonus episode with the inspiring trumpet player and educator, Karen Donnelly, Principal Trumpet of the National Arts Centre Orchestra, she shares stories of her outreach during the pandemic lockdowns, her role as mentor and her role in the The Canadian Women's Brass Collective, and finally wonderful advice for all musicians about improving. The full episode is available in both video and podcast format, with the full transcript all linked here: https://www.leahroseman.com/blog/karen-donnelly-transcript Buy me a coffee? Please help this podcast keep going! https://ko-fi.com/leahroseman --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leah-roseman/message
David Blackadder, OAE's principal trumpet, shares memories ranging from playing in a brass band as a boy via Brandenburg 2 on the natural trumpet to featuring as soloist at a Royal Wedding, with colourful incidents and thoughts along the way. ---Tea with Netty is the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment's podcast hosted by viola player Annette Isserlis (Netty). Over a cuppa (or something a little stronger…), Netty chats with a variety of conductors, players and other guests as she ‘spills the tea' on the side of classical music you don't normally hear.Available as Apple podcast, Google Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, TuneIn+Alexa
The Left's War Against Beauty and Classical Music (feat. Andrew Balio) In Today's episode of "Moment of Truth," Saurabh and Emma sit down with Andrew Balio, founder of The Future Symphony Institute and Principal Trumpet of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, to discuss the left's war against all things good and beautiful in western culture ranging from morals, to religious values, and even classical music.Wisconsin native Andrew Balio was appointed as Principal Trumpet of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra in 2001 by Yuri Temirkanov. He recently served as principal trumpet of the Oslo Philharmonic concurrently with his BSO duties in 2014/15. In 2019, he was guest principal trumpet of the Chicago Symphony and in 2020, the Hong Kong Philharmonic. Prior to his arrival in Baltimore, he had been principal trumpet of the Israel Philharmonic under Zubin Mehta since 1994 and the Orquesta Sinfonica del Estado de Mexico since 1990, as well as the Boston Philharmonic. His solo debut was at age 15 with the Milwaukee Symphony playing the Haydn Concerto. His teachers included Charles Schlueter, Adolph Herseth, Roger Voisin and Gene Young.In 2014, he launched The Future Symphony Institute, an online think tank to examine the complexities of making symphony orchestras financially viable while preserving their artistic mission. Learn more about Andrew Balio's work:https://music.catholic.edu/faculty-and-research/faculty-profiles/balio-andrew/index.htmlhttps://www.bsomusic.org/musicians/musician/andrew-balio/––––––Follow American Moment across Social Media:Twitter – https://twitter.com/AmMomentOrgFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmMomentOrgInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/ammomentorg/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4qmB5DeiFxt53ZPZiW4TcgRumble – https://rumble.com/c/c-695775Check out AmCanon:https://www.americanmoment.org/amcanon/Subscribe to our Podcast, "Moment of Truth"Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moment-of-truth/id1555257529Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5ATl0x7nKDX0vVoGrGNhAjiHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-moment-of-truth-77884750/ Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.
Our sponsor: Houghton Hornswww.houghtonhorns.comTrumpet Comparison Videowww.youtube.com/watch?v=tKfzx4t1IJEThe GOLD Method appwww.ryanbeachtrumpet.com/gold-method-appClick here to get a *free* blog post about audition preparation!www.ryanbeachtrumpet.com/emailBrandon Jochum's websitewww.epiphanyrecordingstudio.comFollowing three successful seasons (1996-1999) as Acting Principal Trumpet of the National Arts Centre Orchestra, Karen Donnelly was unanimously appointed Principal Trumpet in October 1999, and continues to enjoy each year with this wonderful ensemble.A native of Regina, Saskatchewan, Karen picked up a trumpet for the first time in her elementary school band program and she was hooked. Her formal training includes a Bachelor of Arts in Music program at the University of Regina and later a Master's of Music from McGill University.Karen held the position of Principal Trumpet with Orchestra London (Canada) from 1994-1996, and performed with many ensembles in southwestern Ontario during her time there.Since she burst on the Ottawa scene in 1996, Ms. Donnelly has done concerts and interviews for CBC (French and English), performances with the Ottawa Chamber Music Festival, Rideau Lakes Brass Quintet, and the large ensemble, Capital BrassWorks. In 2008, Capital Brass Works released its third album, “Gabriel's Sister” featuring Ms. Donnelly as soloist.Karen has been featured with professional orchestras, community amateur orchestras, and many local school bands. These include the National Arts Centre Orchestra, Thirteen Strings Chamber Orchestra, Kington Symphony, Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra, Orchestra London, Hannaford Silver Street Band, Maple Leaf Brass Band, Parkdale Orchestra and the Regina Catholic Schools Honour Band. Music education has always been, and continues to be, very close to Karen's heart. Her work with the Rideau Lakes Brass Quintet and Capital BrassWorks creates opportunities for educational concerts and workshops in schools. Through the NAC Music Education programs, Karen has given master classes in Switzerland, Mexico, China, United States, United Kingdom and Canada from coast to coast. Ms. Donnelly joined the teaching staff at the University of Ottawa in 2002, and since 2009, Karen has been assisting with the Leadingnote OrKidstra program. Support the show (https://thatsnotspit.com/support/)
I was going to wait a couple of weeks to publish this episode with Phil Snedecor, but I thought I just played his episode from five years ago last week on the feed, why not just put it up this week? So here we go. In this episode, we dove deep into a lot of really interesting topics, including a continuation on what it means to be nervous versus confident, and how the two intersect in an ideal world. We also talked about how to teach students how to teach themselves to be the best player that they can be, how to know when is enough air to say what we want to communicate with our horn, how to make the difficult things effortless, and much more. We were also treated to my wife Sana being on the call with Phil and myself, and she asked some very poignant questions as well. So enjoy it! In this conversation with Phil Snedecor, you will hear: -Phil gets us up to speed on his whereabouts trumpet wise... -What does it mean when we get nervous?... -When to teach, and when to teach how to teach... -Arnold Jacobs and "singing air"... -More vibration, not more air... -How to make the difficult things easy... -What personalities are naturally attracted to trumpet?... -What it was like to record the Carnaval album with Wynton Marsalis... -And much more! Resources mentioned: Video: https://youtu.be/zxHo1CLtiDo ("Gone but Not Forgotten") https://www.pasmusic.com/PAS_Music/New_Releases.html (New releases on PAS Press) https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ_xOYrmXUOxGBqGBWcd3TwK9sGr6pKwa (Phil's YouTube playlist) Here are the pics Phil mentioned of the recording session w/ Wynton: http://www.jns.media/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Attachments-Snedecor-links.zip (Attachments-Snedecor links) About the guest: Phil Snedecor is Associate Professor of Trumpet at the http://www.hartford.edu/hartt/ (Hartt School) (of the University of Hartford) in Hartford, CT, and a former faculty member at The Peabody Conservatory, George Mason University and at Towson University. He has written a series of brass etude books that are required repertoire at many colleges and conservatories. His arrangements and compositions have been performed throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and Australia. Phil attended the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York, where he received the prestigious Performers Certificate and was a member of the premiere brass quintet, the Canterbury Brass. While earning his degrees in trumpet performance and literature, he also studied arranging and composition with Professor Rayburn Wright, formerly arranger for Radio City Music Hall. Mr. Snedecor is a former member of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and has held one-year positions with the National Symphony, the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra and the Baltimore Opera. He is Principal Trumpet in the Harrisburg (PA) Symphony Orchestra and former Co-Principal Trumpet in the Concert Artists of Baltimore. Mr. Snedecor has performed and toured throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. In 1993 Mr. Snedecor and National Symphony Principal Trombonist Milton Stevens co-founded The Washington Symphonic Brass, a 17-piece professional brass ensemble. They perform regularly for the Washington National Cathedral, St. Matthew's Cathedral, the Basilica at the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, and with the Washington Choral Arts Society at the Kennedy Center. They were the official instrumental ensemble for the Papal visit of 2008 in Washington DC and are heard regularly in their own concert series in DC, Maryland and Virginia. Their critically acclaimed CDs are available on the Summit and Warner Classics labels. Phil's innovative programming and arranging for the WSB has led to several guest conductor appearances, most recently with the River City Brass Band (Pittsburgh) and the Breckenridge (CO) Brass. As a show player, he has performed in the touring productions of Guys & Dolls, Phantom of the Opera, Beauty and the...
The Principal Trumpet of the LA Philharmonic shares valuable advice for any musician or educator about dealing with the nerves and pressure of performance situations.
My guest today is Los Angeles Philharmonic Principal Trumpet, Tom Hooten. We're going to talk about the three rules that Tom applies to EVERYTHING when it comes to playing the trumpet. He's going to share the details with you, right here. Think a player like Tom just sits around thinking and reading about nothing but the trumpet all day? I am willing to bet that the book he is going to recommend is NOT on your current reading list. And stick around until the end, because Tom has just launched a really accessible and impactful video series called, “Studio Time with Tom” that you are going to want to check out. Enjoy and happy listening! The Honesty Pill Podcast is proud to be sponsored by the Yamaha Corporation of America. Thank you, Yamaha! LINKS Instagram: @tomhooten Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TomHootenTrumpet/ Website: https://tomhooten.com/ Email: Trumpetmastery2020@gmail.com Amazon store: https://www.amazon.com/s?me=AKME9HG4KQMU5&marketplaceID=ATVPDKIKX0DER
Our sponsor: Houghton Hornswww.houghtonhorns.comDavid Cohen is the Associate Principal Trumpet of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra. He joined the MSO in 2013 after playing Principal Trumpet with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra for three seasons. Outside of the MSO, Mr. Cohen has performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the Alabama Symphony, and has played guest principal trumpet with orchestras all over the world, including the Fort Worth Symphony, the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, the Phoenix Symphony, and the Malaysian Philharmonic.Mr. Cohen received his Bachelor's of Music from Northwestern University where he studied with Barbara Butler and Charles Geyer. He was appointed Principal Trumpet of the Tucson Symphony Orchestra during his senior year of college. He spent one summer attending the National Orchestral Institute in College Park, Maryland and two summers as a fellow at the Tanglewood Music Festival in Lenox, Massachusetts. Mr. Cohen has had additional studies with Thomas Rolfs and Christopher Martin. Mr. Cohen is on faculty at the DePaul School of Music in Chicago.Support the show (https://thatsnotspit.com/support/)
Week 3 of The Decline-cember. Featuring Toronto Symphony Orchestra Associate Principal Trumpet Steven Woomert. This month of the pod is dedicated to the memory of Blair Lauren Dubecki
Today, you're in for quite a treat! I spoke with Tom Hooten, Principal Trumpet of the LA Philharmonic and one of the world's most prominent classical trumpeters. Be prepared to walk away from this conversation feeling highly motivated and inspired by the energy and wisdom he brought to this conversation! We covered many great topics, including: Tom's self-described “unconventional” journey to this point in his career as a professional musician (3:38) How important mindset is to practice and improvement (8:49) Digging into meeting yourself “where your talent ends” (13:00) Teaching as problem-solving and shifting perspectives (17:08) Tom's process in the practice room, specifically in preparation for a world-premiere piece (19:32) Asked himself: what is the end result? (21:06) Made a list of specific things that needed consistent attention (22:11) Planned out a routine, including the actual times to practice (and how, if you fail to commit to those times, you'll end up with a “frustration cocktail”) (22:45) Got honest with what he could and could not do to fill out that schedule (24:00) Used the app “Seconds Pro” to create a timed, custom “workout” practice routine (24:14) Continued to tend to his foundational base of skills, in conjunction with the specialty skills required from a specific piece (28:00) What it means to create for yourself, opposed to mimicking others' interpretations (30:33) Audition tips, including winning auditions through trust, honesty, and dedicated practice (32:35) Some rapid-fire answers, including what Tom's schedule looks like, the importance of asking good questions, and a (somewhat unexpected!) accountability tool to use during practice (37:11) LINKS: Instagram: @tomhooten Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TomHootenTrumpet Website: https://www.tomhooten.com Seconds Pro Interval Timer App, for Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/seconds-pro-interval-timer/id363978811 Seconds Pro Interval Timer App, for Google: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.runloop.seconds&hl=en PRACTICING FOR PEAK PERFORMANCE: I'm excited to tell you that Practicing for Peak Performance is now available for download! Go to MindOverFinger.com for access to all the tools that will help you transform your practice, gain confidence in your process, and start performing at your best. With the purchase of PPP, you gain: Access to all recorded content - over 7 hours of instruction Guidance in effective high-performance systems Detailed handouts For a limited time only, a free 30-minute consultation with me. PPP alumnus Karmen Palusoo has this to say about it: “For a long time I have had this belief that learning an instrument is difficult and hard work or that it has to be, and there is no other way. Only a few weeks after PPP, I am starting to feel that change! My everyday practice sessions are now filled with freedom and ease!” MIND OVER FINGER: As we head into this new season, I encourage you to visit MindOverFinger.com for a plethora of resources on mindful practice and information on how to work with me. Sign up for my newsletter and receive your free guide to a highly productive mindful practice using a metronome! www.mindoverfinger.com https://www.facebook.com/mindoverfinger/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindoverfinger https://www.instagram.com/mindoverfinger/ THANK YOU: A HUGE thank you to my fantastic producer, Bella Kelly, who works really hard to make this podcast as pleasant to listen to as possible for you. Most sincere thank you to composer Jim Stephenson who graciously provided the show's musical theme. Concerto #1 for Trumpet and Chamber Orchestra – Movement 2: Allegro con Brio, performed by Jeffrey Work, trumpet, and the Lake Forest Symphony, conducted by Jim Stephenson.
Belgian trumpeter Jeroen Berwaerts is a paramount musical force with an all-inclusive love for music that knows not how to discriminate. Praised for his outstanding technical capabilities and sensitive musicality, his repertoire encompasses every epoch, from baroque music to contemporary music to jazz. With a flourishing solo career of recitals as well as concerts with the world's leading symphony orchestras, Jeroen Berwaerts still finds time to devote himself to chamber music. Born in 1975, Jeroen Berwaerts' musical talents had already been awarded with prizes from various competitions such as the Concours Maurice André (1991) and Concours Européen de Jeunes Trompettistes (1992) when he began studies in Karlsruhe with celebrated trumpet-virtuoso Reinhold Friedrich. He was also an award-winner at the Prague Spring International Music Competition in 1997 and won the 2nd grand prize as well as the "Prix Feeling" (a special prize for best interpretation) at the Maurice André Trumpet Competition. Jeroen Berwaerts' open-mindedness and resplendent playing have brought him invitations to play at internationally acclaimed music festivals, including Ars Musica in Belgium, Takefu International Music Festival and the Rheingau Music Festival, as well as frequently at the Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival where in 2005 he performed the world premiere of Toshio Hosokawa's Voyage VII for trumpet and ensemble. He has also performed as a soloist with many well-renowned orchestras including the Jeunesses Musicales World Orchestra, Munich Symphony Orchestra, Berlin Symphony Orchestra, NDR Radiophilharmonie Hanover and the Symfonieorkest Vlaanderen under conductors such as Alan Gilbert and Yakov Kreizberg. Since winning the position of Principal Trumpet of the NDR Radio Symphony Hamburg in 1999, he has been invited to appear on several occasions as soloist with the orchestra. Following many years as a member of the Canadian Brass, Jeroen Berwaerts now plays with the Stockholm Chamber Brass. Over thirty compositions have been written for the ensemble, which performs mostly original compositions or arrangements of both contemporary and more traditional repertoire. Amidst his burgeoning trumpet career, Jeroen Berwaerts completed Jazz vocal studies at the Royal Conservatory of Ghent. He has developed several programs for trumpet and piano where he uniquely combines classical, jazz, trumpet and voice. His first solo CD In the Limelight provides a stunning take on trumpet repertoire of the Romantic period. RCA also released a live-CD featuring the Posthornserenade by Mozart under the baton of Günther Wand. Since 2008, Jeroen Berwaerts has been a Professor of Trumpet at the Hochschule für Musik in Hanover. Jeroen Berwaerts is Yamaha Artist. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/artssalon/support
Our sponsor: Houghton Hornswww.houghtonhorns.comHoughton Horns TMEA videoswww.youtube.com/houghtonhornsWith playing hailed as "invigorating and clear" by Naples Daily News, Yamaha Artist David Dash performs in orchestras and chamber music concerts across the United States. David is the Assistant Professor of Trumpet at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts and a member of the Grammy Award-winning Santa Fe Opera Orchestra. David is also Principal Cornet of the North Carolina Brass Band and Principal Trumpet of the Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle. Prior to his UNCSA appointment, he served as Assistant Principal Trumpet of the Naples Philharmonic and was a member of "The President's Own" United States Marine Band, where he performed as a soloist and toured much of the United States. David has also performed with the symphonies of Atlanta, Baltimore, Charleston, Charlotte, Greensboro, Richmond, Sarasota, San Francisco and Winston Salem; the Florida Orchestra; and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. He has performed as a soloist with the UNCSA Wind Ensemble, "The President's Own", Naples Philharmonic, Richmond Philharmonic and many community groups. As a member of the Naples Philharmonic, David performed in a wide variety of genres, including pops, opera, ballet, baroque, educational concerts and masterworks. While in "The President's Own" Marine Band, he performed "Taps" at the nationally broadcast PBS National Memorial Day Concert and performed frequently at the White House and state functions. An avid chamber musician, David performs with his wife Mary Elizabeth Bowden in the Dash Duo and Watson Brass, the faculty brass quintet at UNCSA. While in the Naples Philharmonic, he performed several annual recitals with the Naples Philharmonic Brass Quintet. He was a member of the Bay Street Brassworks and the Echelon Brass Quintet and has performed with the Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival. His recordings with the Santa Fe Opera include Cold Mountain and The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs, which won a Grammy for best opera recording. Additional recordings include American Anthems with the Gramercy Brass Band (Koch International), albums with the Manhattan School of Music Opera Theater (Albany Records), Carmen Symphony and Other Classics (Naxos Records) and Symphonic Dances with "The President's Own" Marine Band. David received his Bachelor of Music from Rice University and his Master of Music from the Manhattan School of Music. He attended the Orchestra Institute in Attergau, Austria and the Norfolk Chamber Music Festival. His teachers include Armando Ghitalla, Robert Sullivan, Mark Niehaus, Tim White, Jim Hamlin, René Shapiro, Andy Balio and John Morrison. Support the show (https://thatsnotspit.com/support/)
Thomas Hooten, Principal Trumpet of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, is one of the world's most prominent classical trumpeters today. He can be heard on numerous recordings with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, and the National Brass Ensemble. Tom began his career in 2000 with a trumpet/cornet position in “The President's Own” United States Marine Band in Washington, D.C., where he was often a featured soloist. He went on to join the Indianapolis Symphony as Assistant Principal Trumpet in 2004, the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra as Principal Trumpet in 2006, and the LA Philharmonic in 2012. He released “Trumpet Call,” his first solo album, in 2011. Thomas is an active soloist and has appeared with many groups, including the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, “The President's Own” US Marine Band, United States Air Force Band, Fort Wayne Philharmonic, Richmond Symphony Orchestra, Nagoya Philharmonic Orchestra. As an orchestral and chamber musician, he has performed with ensembles such as the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, National Symphony Orchestra, St. Louis Symphony, Grand Teton Music Festival, Harrisburg Symphony, and the Baltimore Symphony. Here's what you'll hear in this episode with Tom Hooten: -What has Tom fired up about trumpet, life, and how the two intersect...01:30 -Why success can be terrifying...12:40 -Discoveries made producing the album https://amzn.to/3oSZU08 (Trumpet Call)...15:40 -How one grows as a teacher as he grows as a person...21:44 -Knowing when to teach, and when to let the student learn to teach themselves...30:51 -Geeking out on the new concerto to be performed w/ the L.A. Phil...42:22 -How a younger Tom Hooten would have responded to the challenges the present-day Tom Hooten embraces with fire in the eyes...45:15 https://amzn.to/3FC4NR7 (The Big Leap) https://amzn.to/3FAso4T (Zero to One by Peter Thiel) https://www.gabrielecassone.it/ (Gabriel Cassone) https://amzn.to/3aruMfZ (Time to Think) and https://amzn.to/2X1rDAg (More Time to Think) by Mary Klein Credits: Trumpet Dynamics: The Story of the Trumpet, In the Words of Those Who Play It Host: James Newcomb Guest: http://tomhooten.com/ (Tom Hooten) Opening music: "Folklore" by https://bigbigtrain.com/ (Big Big Train) Closing music: "Creepin' With Clark" written and performed by Mike Vax Audio editing by: James Newcomb Show notes prepared by: http://podcastartistry.com/ (Podcast Artistry™)
John Holt is Professor of Trumpet at the University of North Texas. Holt is also principal trumpet with the Dallas Opera Orchestra, a position he has held since 1989. Holt was the recipient of the 2016 UNT Creative Impact Award. This award highlights “a full-time University faculty member whose publications, performances, or exhibitions in the literary or creative arts have had the greatest societal impact”. The consummate musical artist, Holt has appeared as a soloist with orchestras throughout the United States and Europe. He has two opera excerpt books published by Harold Gore Publishing, “Trumpet Excerpts From Italian Operas” in 2018 and “Trumpet Excerpts From European Operas” in 2020. His CD recording “Facets 4” released by the International Trumpet Guild in 2016, was Holt's eighth solo CD recording. His seven previous solo recordings, all on the Crystal Records label, have received unanimous critical acclaim by industry publications Fanfare, American Record Guide, Instrumentalist, Gramophone and the International Trumpet Guild. Born in Dallas, TX, Holt began studying trumpet at the age of 12 with Richard Giangiulio, former Principal Trumpet of the Dallas Symphony. He continued his studies at the University of Miami with Gilbert D. Johnson, former Principal Trumpet of the Philadelphia Orchestra. At age 22, Holt performed as Co-Principal Trumpet of the Philharmonic Orchestra of Ft. Lauderdale, under the direction of Emerson Buckley. At age 24, Holt became Principal Trumpet of the Orchestra del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino in Florence, Italy, Zubin Mehta, music director. While in Italy, Holt had the great privilege of playing under some of the world's most renowned conductors including Luciano Berio, Georges Prétre, James Conlon, Gerd Albrecht, Carlos Kleiber, Krzysztof Penderecki, Riccordo Chailly and Carlo Maria Giulini. At the invitation of artistic director and conductor Nicola Rescigno, Holt became Principal Trumpet of the Dallas Opera Orchestra in 1989. He received distinguished opera service awards in 1999, 2004, 2009, 2014 and 2019. Holt's orchestral discography includes numerous recordings with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra, The Dallas Opera Orchestra and The Voices of Change. In this interview with Prof. Holt, you'll discover: -How freak diving injury led to greater awareness as a trumpeter...01:15 -What opportunities for trumpeters exist now that didn't exist in the 70's...07:20 -The higher you go up the pyramid, the less competition there will be...11:45 -How trumpet is like a turtle...15:55 -How to know a student is ready to progress to the next level...19:30 -How Gil Johnson transformed American orchestral playing...28:20 Credits: Trumpet Dynamics: The Story of the Trumpet, In the Words of Those Who Play It Host: James Newcomb Guest: John Holt Opening music: "Folklore" by https://bigbigtrain.com (Big Big Train) Closing music: "Creepin' With Clark" written and performed by Mike Vax Audio editing by: Show notes prepared by:
My guest for this episode is David Dash. David is a busy man. In addition to his teaching position at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, David is also a member of the Grammy-winning Santa Fe Opera Orchestra, the Principal Cornetest of the North Carolina Brass Band, and Principal Trumpet of the Chamber Orchestra of the Triangle. He is also half of The Dash Duo, performing alongside his wife Mary Elizabeth Bowden, and co-founder of the APEX Trumpet Symposium. And he's just getting warmed up. Check out what David has to say about building his career, feeling the weight of history, the difference between playing in an orchestra and an opera company, making music with his wife Mary Elizabeth Bowden, being willing to listen to advice, ways to keep track of your progress, setting goals, awareness and perception, the goal of APEX, learning to be a great teacher, and so much more! So pour yourself a big glass, pull up a chair, and let the hang begin! -------------------------------------- What's the APEX Trumpet Symposium? Find out here: https://apextrumpet.com Who are the Dash Duo? Find out here: http://www.dashduo.com Show your chops some love with Robinson's Remedies products: bit.ly/ChopLove Sound like a million buck without breaking the bank with Barkley Microphones: http://barkleymic.com/ Still searching for the perfect mouthpiece? Let Vennture help. Use the code "TRUMPETGURUS21" for 10% off your order: https://www.vennture.mp/ Master your mental game with Jose: bit.ly/MindfulnessSecrets 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:08 Building his career 00:06:47 Feeling the weight of history 00:08:27 The difference between playing in an orchestra and an opera company 00:11:17 Making music with his wife Mary Elizabeth Bowden 00:19:27 Being willing to listen to advice 00:24:27 Ways to keep track of your progress 00:27:05 Setting goals 00:31:08 Awareness and perception 00:33:51 The goal of APEX 00:45:06 Learning to be a great teacher 00:58:14 Sound Off! With David Dash 01:04:19 Geared Up! With David Dash 01:10:39 The Robinson's Remedies Rapid Fire Round --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thetrumpetgurus/support
With respect to Greg Spence, I'm not aware of a lager named "Spence", and I needed a catchy title, so... International trumpet soloist John Foster is widely regarded as one of the world's leading exponents of performance on historical trumpets. His current roles include, Artistic Director of Australian Baroque Brass, Director of the Australasian Trumpet Academy, Principal Trumpet of the Omega Ensemble, the Canberra Bach Ensemble, and he is the Artistic Director of period instrument orchestra, Queensland Baroquehttp://www.qldbaroque.com/ (.) John was a member of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra from 2001-2013. John has appeared as soloist worldwide and performed with many leading orchestras and ensembles in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Germany, Switzerland, Holland, Belgium, Canada, the USA, China, Macau, and Brazil. John has given master classes throughout the world, including at the Juilliard School of Music, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, the Royal Northern College of Music (UK), the Hong Kong Academy of Performing Arts, Northwestern University (Chicago), Bern University of Applied Sciences (Switzerland), and Conservatorio da Belo Horizonte (Brazil) among countless others. John is also the author of ‘The Natural Trumpet' (publisher, kookaburra music) and ‘The Baroque Trumpet Revival' (publisher, Hickman Music). John has enjoyed conducting the Queensland Baroque Orchestra, he has appeared regularly as a guest conductor of the Orchestra of St James' and was recently the guest conductor of the Rockhampton Symphony Orchestra. In this conversation with John, you'll learn: -How John got interested in trumpet initially... -Did John feel "rushed" as he progressed so quickly as a youngster?... -Politics and broken dreams with the Sydney Opera House... -Competition keeping each other fresh and pushing for greatness... -How John became interested in baroque and period instruments... -Understand THIS and it will change your approach to playing... -The difference between a cornetto and a baroque trumpet... -Why are cornets and cornettos so different?... -Composers and pieces you should know: Zalenka Ana Thielmann Paglietti Resources mentioned: http://baroquebrass.com (baroquebrass.com) http://johnfostertrumpet.com (johnfostertrumpet.com) https://www.youtube.com/user/Drawstring77 (Drawstring77 YouTube channel) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ypyl4DgKrg (Sound the Trumpets on youtube) Credits: Trumpet Dynamics: The Story of the Trumpet, In the Words of Those Who Play It Host: James Newcomb Guest: John Foster Opening music: "Folklore" by https://bigbigtrain.com (Big Big Train) Closing music: "Creepin' With Clark" written and performed by Mike Vax Audio editing by: James Newcomb Show notes prepared by: podcastartistry.com
If you're listening to this podcast on Apple or Spotify, you're seriously missing out. The Trumpet Dynamics mobile app has content and exclusive bonuses you won't find on a third-party application. To access the mobile app, visit trumpetdynamics.com. _______ John Hackett was born in Raynes Park – a leafy suburb of London, UK – in 1955. He started taking trumpet lessons when he was seven years old and set out on the path to becoming a professional trumpeter. While at the local high school (which is now a block of luxury apartments), he continued taking Trumpet lessons with the local peripatetic teacher - the young, up-and-coming Michael Laird. An eccentric, strict, but well-loved music teacher encouraged John to audition for a Junior Exhibition at the Royal College of Music. He was accepted, and so for the next six years, Saturday mornings were taken up with music lessons at the RCM. After taking A-levels, he went on to study Trumpet at the Royal Academy of Music with Sidney Ellison. The other love of his life was (and still is!) Mathematics and Science. While studying Trumpet a the RAM, he also began a Degree in Mathematics and Physics with the Open University, graduating with a First Class Honours degree and the DeBroigle Quantum Mechanics prize. He was a freelance musician and teacher for some years, including a private school in South London. While still teaching Brass there, he also started looking after the school's computers. When he began managing their systems, there were two old networks of RM Nimbus 186's, one of which was located in what used to be a changing room for the gymnasium! This was in the very early days of computing in schools. A year later, he was appointed Head of IT and Network Manager, and trumpet playing took a back seat. But it never stopped! While teaching IT, he also went back to his studies with the Open University – this time a Masters Degree in Computing. After almost ten year's teaching, John Hackett decided to go it alone and take up opportunities to work as an IT consultant building on his experience in Education and the Arts. He is now Director of Icon Information Systems Ltd, lives with his violinist wife in London and still enjoys playing for several amateur orchestras in London, including the Kensington Symphony Orchestra and, as Principal Trumpet, with the Salomon and Covent Garden Chamber orchestras. In this interview with John, you'll learn: -John's beginnings on trumpet... -Realizing trumpet isn't the best path... -Finding a niche to make a true impact... -What's it like to exist in an industry that has changed so dramatically over the last few decades (think musicians can relate to this?)... -How musicians today are collaborating using technology from remote locations... -That which musicians excoriated was the only creative outlet they had during the pandemic... -James' theory on why vinyl is making a comeback... -John recounts the experience presenting at the ITG online conference... -Tips on remote recording... If you enjoyed this episode and want to get to know your noble host a bit more, I encourage you to subscribe to my https://jamesnewcombontrumpet.com (daily e-newsletter), where I share thoughts, musings and everything in-between with anyone who's willing to listen. Credits: Trumpet Dynamics: The Story of the Trumpet, In the Words of Those Who Play It Host: James Newcomb Guest: John Hackett Opening music: "Folklore" by https://bigbigtrain.com (Big Big Train) Closing music: "Creepin' With Clark" written and performed by Mike Vax Audio editing by: James Newcomb Show notes prepared by: https://committedmedia.org/podcast-artistry (Podcast Artistry)
Karen Donnelly is the Principal Trumpet player of the National Arts Centre Orchestra in Ottawa, Canada, and a well-known educator. In this episode, we get to hear Karen's beautiful playing, and I talk to her about her background, her work with the Canadian Women's Brass Collective , some of her unique outreach work and her resilient practice routine! There's also a bonus episode in this playlist on this channel in which you can hear us do a free improvisation. Like all my episodes, this is also a video, and you'll find the bonus episodes linked here as well as the transcript: https://www.leahroseman.com/episodes/e9-s1-karen-donnelly-trumpet-player https://ko-fi.com/leahroseman Thanks for checking out my Ko-fi support page - I'm an indenpendant podcaster and this series costs me a lot of time and money. I appreciate any help you can offer - and monthly supporters get access to unique perks! https://canadianwomensbrasscollective...Here's Karen in a fanfare she wrote: https://youtu.be/srJjP1VHNjg https://nac-cna.ca/en/bio/karen-donnelly https://arts.uottawa.ca/music/people/... Photo credit: Fred Cattroll --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leah-roseman/message
Born in Luxembourg, Philippe Schartz developed an early interest in the trumpet from listening to his father play in the village wind band. His passion was cultivated by his teachers who have included Dino Tomba, a great friend and mentor. He continued his studies at the Royal College of Music in London with the late David Mason, and then was invited to join the Special Student programme at the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York. A winner of many prizes and awards, he has developed a highly successful career as an orchestral and a chamber musician as well as a soloist, performing all over Europe, the USA, South America , China and Japan. As a member and Principal Trumpet of the Gustav Mahler Youth Orchestra, and the founding Principal Trumpet of the Mahler Chamber Orchestra until the summer of 2002, and currently, Principal Trumpet of the BBC National Orchestra of Wales since 1999, he has performed to much critical acclaim under conductors such as Claudio Abbado, Pierre Boulez, and Bernard Haitink. In 2009 he was appointed Principal Trumpet of the Solistes Européens, Luxembourg.A post he held until 2019. He has been broadcast on the BBC and numerous European radio and television networks, in addition to issuing 10 solo CDs. An enthusiastic member of the teaching staff at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and Cardiff University, Philippe has given master-classes/recitals and educational workshops at all the major UK music colleges as well as many leading Universities in the USA, South America, Canada, Japan and Continental Europe, including the School of Music and Sonic Arts at Queen's University, Belfast. He made his BBC Proms debut as a soloist in 2011, and has become a Yamaha Trumpet artist since 2009. Learn more about Philippe Schartz: www.philippeschartz.net Show notes: https://bobreeves.com/blog/philippe-schartz-trumpet-interview/ More about Bob Reeves Brass: www.bobreeves.com
Today's guest is Charlie Schlueter. It was a pleasure getting to know Charlie over this talk. I applied to be his student at NEC after high school, but eventually ended up getting second-hand smoke from his old student Russell Devuyst. I was interested in having him on the podcast for this reason, but also to gain some more insight into the earlier career of my hero, Thomas Stevens. Charlie and I talk at length about his interests in music making, and some of the growing trends in the trumpet community that have shifted this artistic profession into glorified acrobatics. This is a long conversation so I will keep this introduction short. Charlie and I will likely have a follow-up conversation soon to cover his fantastic new book, which I am currently finishing. I encourage everyone to pick up a copy. Buy Charlie's Book here: https://www.amazon.com/Indirection-Becoming-Musician-Trumpet-Conceptual/dp/1736229214/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=charles+schlueter&qid=1624422646&sr=8-1 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/artssalon/support
Today's guest is Russ Devuyst, former Associate Principal trumpet of the Montreal Symphony, and current head of brass as my alma mater, McGill University. Russ was my undergraduate teacher; he was also my first teacher of such a caliber. Before him, I had never really spent an extended period of time sitting next to someone who could make the trumpet sound that way. The reality is that no matter how many hours I had spent listening to recordings, nothing can prepare you for hearing the real deal next to you. Marco Blaauw once told me that sound memory is in our bones, and that if one spends enough time playing with someone their sound is forever imprinted in our skeletons. While it has been many years since I have had the pleasure of sitting next to Russ, his sound lives very much in me, an always elusive target. His sound also was a true reflection of his personality for me. Russ was always unafraid, and taught be the value of having an opinion on and off the stage. During my interview with Dave Taylor he said he always told his students to remember “safety last!” Russ embodies this to me in both his playing and his personality. While this has gained him many faint-hearted critics, nobody could ever accuse him of being boring; and much to his critics' mortification, instrument manufacturers have yet to engineer a personality for anyone with a good credit score. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/artssalon/support
Today's guest is Mike Sachs, principal trumpet of the Cleveland Orchestra. I want to thank Mike for his generosity, and for sitting with me for over 3 hours, despite the fact that we had never met. Mike and I share a common hero, Thomas Stevens. As some recurring listeners may recall, I dedicated this podcast to Stevens when I launched it. I miss Tom, and what he represented. His death has left a void in the trumpet community, which has continued its forward push into a type of teaching that favors technical prowess over musical integrity. Mike and I speak at length about a number of topics including the importance of leaving school and entering the professional world, the European diaspora and the rise of American orchestras, the importance of history as a catalyst for cultivating enduring musical legacies, and many more subjects. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/artssalon/support
My guest today is Dave Bilger. Our conversations examines many subjects that are dear to my heart: revolution vs. evolution, the role of the educator, living a cultural life, cancel culture, and many more topics which I'm sure you will enjoy as much as I did. If you're new to the Arts Salon, this might not be the conversation with Dave Bilger you expect, but probably the one you need to hear. But before beginning I would like to talk about the events of last week, live in the US Capital, and the subsequent responses I am seeing. If you wish to skip the politics, feel free to do so by moving ahead into the conversation. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/artssalon/support
SHOW NOTES: Trumpet Player Elmer Churampi, from Peru talks about how discipline has been key for his success as a musician and how having a positive mindset have help him overcome challenges in his career He began playing the trumpet when he was four years old with his father who is also a trumpet player that plays on street bands. Elmer was invited to be part of the National Youth Orchestra of Peru when he was seven years old and was a soloist three times with the National Symphony of Peru at the ages of 7, 8 and 9 performing Carnaval de Venecia, the Haydn Trumpet Concerto and the Arutunian Trumpet Concerto. When he was 10 years old, he was accepted to the National Conservatory of Music from Peru. Elmer was invited to be part of the professional orchestra of the Conservatory of Peru as a second trumpet when he was 12. At the age of 13, he played concerts with the Orquesta de los Reyes, the Opera Orchestra from Peru. In 2010 he attended the Interlochen Summer Camp with a full scholarship, playing first trumpet in every concert. Elmer was accepted to the Interlochen Arts Academy with a full scholarship and studied for three years with Ken Larson. During that time, Elmer won competitions including Young Artist in 2013, Jack Kent Cooke Award in 2013 and the Interlochen Young Artist Award in 2013. Elmer was also interviewed and featured on the radio program From the Top. He was invited by Mark Gould and Jen Lindemann to perform at the Banff Center of Arts in the brass festival in 2013. During his freshman year, Elmer won the concerto competition at New England Conservatory as well as the MTNA brass competition in Chicago. In 2015 and 2016, Elmer won first place in the National Trumpet Competition in the undergraduate division. He also won the Young Artist brass award in Texas. In 2017, Elmer was the soloist for the Boston Philharmonic in the South America tour, recently Elmer was the winner of the Boston Pops concert Competition. Elmer recently graduated from the New England Conservatory with a bachelors in trumpet performance under the instruction of Ben Wright and Tom Rolfs, Second and Principal Trumpet of the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Elmer has played with the Boston Pops, the Boston Symphony and the Chicago Symphony. Look up more information: Support the show: If you find value in this Podcast, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast. It would help me reach more people and I would be forever grateful! You can make a donation to the show via venmo @satsvara or Paypal punsuspensivo@gmail.com It helps me to keep creating content for you. You can also make a donation through anchor here to help me keep creating content for all of you https://anchor.fm/satsvarapodcast/support CONNECT WITH(guest) : * Instagram: @Elmerchurampitrumpet CONNECT WITH ME : * Instagram : @sat.svara * YouTube Channel : http://www.youtube.com/puntosuspensivo * Website: http:/www.satsvara.squarespace.com OTHER: This Podcast was distributed by Anchor: anchor.fm/app Cover art: Natalie Osorio Intro Music: Blossom - SOMM --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/satsvarapodcast/support
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