Tomorrow, Canada celebrates its 150th birthday. I love this country (warts and all): I’m proud of our arts and culture, our society, our national quirks and I’m especially proud to contribute to Canada’s future by working and teaching here. Many classical musicians in Canada feel detached from their nation’s composers. I think that’s especially true … Happy Canada day! A round-up of Canadian music for trumpet Read More »
This series of articles is devoted to advocating contemporary repertoire for trumpet. I believe new music is often unfairly criticized. Let’s face it, as brass players we can be a little closed-minded! Hopefully these articles will open your ears to some pieces I find truly fascinating. “I like solo works, where the whole world is … Why I like it: Persichetti, Parable Read More »