Speak It Into Being
My poor tired ensemble.
Four Valentine’s Albums
For my money, there’s no better way to score Valentine’s Day than with jazz standards.
Set A Goal Of Trust
If you want to do something, say it out loud.
Don’t Have To Agree
Ensembles are the perfect place to build humanity.
Which Team Are You Rooting For?
Finite game mindset pervades everything.
The Moment/The Feeling
What will you remember about this performance ten years from now?
Clear About The Question
If you’re going to discuss a programming decision with your group, be clear about the question.
What I Can’t See
Why should we focus on rehearsing details most audience members might not notice?
Phrasing Is Paramount
Joni Mitchell’s Grammy performance this year reminds us that phrasing is paramount in musical interpretation.
The Repertoire You Want To Do
How often do you have to sell your students on repertoire?