Category: Guest posts

by Kirk Lundbeck A marathon runner hits a wall at about the 20 mile mark. His breathing becomes labored, the muscles in his legs and chest begin to burn and Continue Reading →

by Kirk Lundbeck In Meredith Wilson’s musical “The Music Man” Professor Harold Hill taught River City’s children the “Think System.” “Think the notes and just play the notes,” according to Continue Reading →

by Michael Becker I walked on stage feeling confident: Mozart Requiem, Bolero, The Ride. These are excerpts that I feel good about and confident that I can sound great on. Continue Reading →

by John Hagstrom Last month’s article was one in which Jay offered his insight and advice about trumpet auditions. He talks about specific excerpts, strategy, and offers descriptive advice about Continue Reading →

by John Hagstrom I was talking to Jay Friedman in the locker room one day last month before rehearsal, and he was telling me about his web site and how Continue Reading →