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Newmarket Artisans Performance 2022
NEWS RELEASE For immediate release September 14, 2022 NEWMARKET, Ontario – New neighbours with new creative ideas will come together next...
Sep 15, 20222 min read
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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...
Dec 25, 20181 min read
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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...
Aug 13, 20181 min read
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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...
Jun 8, 20181 min read
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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...
May 31, 20182 min read
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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...
May 23, 20181 min read
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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...
May 16, 20181 min read
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