Newmarket Artisans Performance 2022
NEWS RELEASE For immediate release September 14, 2022 NEWMARKET, Ontario – New neighbours with new creative ideas will come together next...
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- Dec 25, 2018
- 1 min
Repertoire for 2019
I know it is not 2019 yet, but my mind is already thinking ahead. I want the #band to continue playing authentic repertoire and original...
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- Aug 13, 2018
- 1 min
New repertoire in a working big band
Every #jazz #band, and every repeat/dedicated #audience member, appreciates new repertoire, and especially challenging and/or authentic...
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- Jun 8, 2018
- 1 min
Practice slow to play fast
I was reminded of this great piece of advice when I was helping my son at the piano the other day. If you have a difficult piece of...
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- May 31, 2018
- 2 min
Composing for Concert Band
Just listened to the #concert we did with the Newmarket Citizens' Band at Old Town Hall in Newmarket. I wrote two orchestrations, or you...
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- May 29, 2018
- 1 min
Favourite Practice Routines
When I get up in the morning I look forward to any opportunities I can find to play something on my horn. Much of the time this involves...
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- May 23, 2018
- 1 min
Balance & Blend
Had a talk with a fellow band leader and I stressed the importance of balance and blend. When you see forte on the music, it doesn't mean...
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- May 16, 2018
- 1 min
Rehearsing Riddle
Our first and only rehearsal of the big band Riddle arrangements of Love is Here to Stay and Ain't that a Kick in the Head along with my...
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