Dec 25, 20181 minRepertoire for 2019I know it is not 2019 yet, but my mind is already thinking ahead. I want the #band to continue playing authentic repertoire and original...
Jun 8, 20181 minPractice slow to play fastI 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...
May 31, 20182 minComposing for Concert BandJust listened to the #concert we did with the Newmarket Citizens' Band at Old Town Hall in Newmarket. I wrote two orchestrations, or you...
May 23, 20181 minBalance & 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 16, 20181 minRehearsing RiddleOur 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...