A shofar (pron. /ʃoʊˈfɑːr/, from Hebrew: is an ancient musical horn typically made of a ram‘s horn, used for Jewish religious purposes. Like the modern bugle, the shofar lacks pitch-altering devices. All pitch control is done by varying the player’s embouchure. The shofar is blown in synagogue services on Rosh Hashanah and at the very end of Yom Kippur, and is also blown every weekday morning in the month of Elul running up to Rosh Hashanah. Shofars come in a…
With the support of the Royal Swedish Academy of Music, this ensemble took part in the 1988 International Competition for Brass Quintets in Narbonne, France, where it won first prize. The quintet has played a major role in expanding the modern repertoire of brass quintets. Since its founding, it has…
My response to the discussion posted on TPIN There seems to be a flurry of excitement on the TPIN site about the comfort of your lip or the “rest as much as you play” discussion, and for that reason, I would like to add to the discussion. Everyone would like…
Musical employment can take many forms. Some musicians spend their careers in symphony orchestras. Some make a living performing in theaters in New York and Las Vegas, and some may find employment on the road with big bands. In each case, the thrill and sometimes disappointment is worth all of…
Second day of rest……
Repeat the “20 Minutes Warmup” but this time continue up to a high “E”. Then continue back down when the recording descends. Repeat the “20 Minutes Warmup” Begin on page 59 of the Arbans Complete Concervitory Method. Start the recording and listen to the first line, then begin playing the…
Repeat the “20 Minutes Warmup” but this time continue up to a high “E”. Then continue back down when the recording descends. Begin on page 59 of the Arbans Complete Concervitory Method. Start the recording and listen to the first line, then begin playing the second line. Play to the…
Repeat the “20 Minutes Warmup” but this time continue up to a high “E”. Then continue back down when the recording descends. Begin on page 59 of the Arbans Complete Concervitory Method. Start the recording and listen to the first line, then begin playing the second line. Play to the…
Repeat the “20 Minutes Warmup” but this time continue up to a high “E”. Then continue back down when the recording descends. Begin on page 59 of the Arbans Complete Concervitory Method. Start the recording and listen to the first line, then begin playing the second line. Play to the…
Repeat the “20 Minutes Warmup” but this time continue up to a high “E”. Then continue back down when the recording descends. Begin on page 59 of the Arbans Complete Concervitory Method. Start the recording and listen to the first line, then begin playing the second line. Play to the…
Repeat the “20 Minutes Warmup” but this time continue up to a high “E”. Then continue back down when the recording descends. Begin on page 59 of the Arbans Complete Concervitory Method. Start the recording and listen to the first line, then begin playing the second line. Play to the…
Repeat the “20 Minutes Warmup” but this time continue up to a high “E”. Then continue back down when the recording descends. Begin on page 59 of the Arbans Complete Concervitory Method. Start the recording and listen to the first line, then begin playing the second line. Play to the…
Repeat the “20 Minutes Warmup” but this time continue up to a high “E”. Then continue back down when the recording descends. Begin on page 59 of the Arbans Complete Concervitory Method. Start the recording and listen to the first line, then begin playing the second line. Play to the…
Take the day off from playing. Chops need rest from time to time to rebuild strength, endurance, range, flexibility and tone. This would be a good time to clean you instrument. Check out the following previous posts… Time to clean your horn again Helpful suggestions for cleaning your instrument Are…
