The Open Bell: Recent Episodes
Bryan Appleby-Wineberg, William Stowman, Joey Tartell
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss their plans for the summer. Plus- “Passenger Princess Protocol.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to keep getting called back for gigs. Also- “Between Two Cornets.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what to do when your playing hits a wall. Also- “Tromba Trivia.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of creating your own pathway to getting better. Also- “Between Two Flugels.”
Bryan, Bill, and Joey discuss the importance of having your own identity separate from your career in music. Also- “The Psychology of Trumpet.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of liking what you do. Also, “The French Connection.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for honest feedback for real growth. Also, “Two Truths and a Lie.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the necessity of fundamental practice and repetition. Also, “Two Truths and a Lie.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways to clear your mind for optimal performance. Also- “Fight or Flight.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of pushing your students, especially the high achieving. Also- “All That Jazz.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways in which trumpet players make their own jobs more difficult. Also- TOB Mailbag!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of, and how to take care of your face. Plus- “Finish This!”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of having ideas about the future. Also- “Great Minds Think Alike.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of failure in growth. Also- “Would You Rather.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of listening in daily practice. Also-“You Complete Me.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for having a plan. Also- “Cold and Flugel Season.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of recognizing incremental growth. Also, the new game sweeping the nation- “Dynamic Duos.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of what you do, and how to think of why you do it. Also- “Tromba Trivia”!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the advantages of starting on, and playing cornet. Plus: “Joey Jeopardy.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss working with students who don’t follow the typical route. Also- Backbore Bingo: The Less is Farther edition.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the problems with using the 7C as a beginner mouthpiece, with suggestions for a better alternative. Also, the 7C edition of Match Game.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the phenomenal career of Maynard Ferguson. Also- MF Tromba Trivia!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the positives and negatives of playing in band and orchestra. Plus- “Match Game.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to turn good practice into habit. Also, “Tromba Trivia: Yacht Rock Trumpet Player Edition.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the recent Tromba Mundi tour. Plus- “The Unanswered Question.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the Schlossberg book in depth. Also- The Schlossberg Edition of Backbore Bingo.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of musical direction in playing. Also- “Cashed.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of being very picky in your daily practice. Also- “Think!”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of commitment to practice. Also- “Frack Around and Find Out.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss a variety of topics and their perceptions of each. Also- “Say My Name.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey kick off Season 6 with a look back at the week-long road trip taken this summer. Plus- German Yacht Rock.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss their summer plans. Also, the Yacht Rock edition of “You Complete Me.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss why they say “Ding!” and where it came from. Also- “Over, Under, or Properly Rated.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey remember the enduring legacy of the great Ryan Anthony. Also- “The 100 Days of Practice Pyramid.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the times when everything seems to be going exactly right. Also- “Great Minds Think Alike.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of ending the 7C as a default beginner mouthpiece. Also- “TOB Mailbag.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways to use social media in healthy ways. Also- “Backbore Bingo.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss their experiences at this year’s National Trumpet Competition. Also, “Backbore Bingo.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of facing problems head-on. Also- “Tromba Trivia!”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how making large decisions helps you make small ones. Also- “Great Minds Think Alike.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss their list of important rules to follow. Also, “Is It Mahler?”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to hold yourself accountable without beating yourself up. Also- “Backbore Bingo- Herseth Edition.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss strategies from improving your concentration in the practice room and for performances. Also- “Snippets.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss when the right thing to do might be to say no. Plus- “You Complete Me.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for taking your time when practicing. There are no shortcuts. Plus the Gabrieli version of “Backbore Bingo.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the plusses and minuses of rules. Plus- “Just Duets (Before and After).”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the problems with people that seem intent on being stuck in the past and/or narrow approaches. Also, “Great Minds Think Alike.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss why you’re frustrated with your playing, and how to fix it.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the fascinating and impressive career of Liesl Whitaker, and why you should know about her. Also- “Backbore Bingo.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss general guidelines for choosing mouthpieces. Also- “Truth or Dare.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways to get out of your own way to have successful performances. Also- You Complete Me.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to keep yourself moving forward without shutting yourself down. Also- Flugel Me This!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for, and how to care for your horns. Also- Password!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways to avoid cynicism. Also, the return of “Backbore Bingo.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance, and fun in learning this classic solo. Also- the Arban version of “Tromba Trivia.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of, and need for people you can count on. Plus- “This or That.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of curiosity for one’s growth. Also- “Snippets.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what it means to be a truly great student. Plus- “Where in the World is Anton Weidinger?”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of sectionals, and how best to make them productive. Also- "Anatomy of a Trumpet Player."
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance and relevance of the Charlier book. Also- Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to recognize what to focus on in your practice. Also- “All That Jazz.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of musicality in practice and performance. Also, the 100 Days of Practice Pyramid!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of thinking of music as art, rather than only worrying about notes. Plus, “Two Truths and a Lie.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of recognizing your own weaknesses, and how to seek out good information from others. Also- “Something to Talk About.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to ask very little of yourself so you don’t get too good. Also- Tromba Trivia!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of a regular schedule. Also-Where in the World is Anton Weidinger.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the Hummel trumpet concerto in detail. Also- Over, Under, or Properly Rated.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the tools for, and importance of, being professionally active. Also- TOB Mailbag.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the necessity of positive thinking for great trumpet playing. Plus- Clueless.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss Bryan’s journey back to playing after his bike accident. Plus- Password.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the best ways to make sure you won’t ever get better. Plus- Joey Jeopardy.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss techniques to help with double and triple tonguing. Plus- Tromba Trivia Multiple Tonguing Edition.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the problems with trying to be perfect. Also- Ice Ice Baby!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the basics that everyone should know about trumpet. Plus- Who Are You?
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the role of the tongue in trumpet playing along with several misconceptions. Also- All That Jazz.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to properly bring up your young trumpet player. Plus- A Camping We Will Go.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of, and need for recovery when playing. Also- Mailbag!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with people you can trust and count on. Also the new game- Chat TPT.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey devote their landmark 150th episode to discussion of Herb Alpert. Also- Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the continued, but futile search for shortcuts. Also- Haydn in Plain Sight.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the foundational idea that, if you want to get better, you must make a firm commitment to practicing. Also, the game you’ve been waiting for- Respect.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to get back in shape after some time off. Also- Christmas Duets (Before and After).
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to remove obstacles to set yourself up for more effective practice. Also- This or That.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for, and how to take a hard look at your own playing. Plus- I Know You Are But What Am I?
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the universal traits of the best teachers. Also- Out of This World.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to stay fresh and engaged as both a player and teacher. Also- Take 5.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey go in depth with the Haydn trumpet concerto. Plus- Backbore Bingo.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss people, places, and things to determine their appropriate rating. Plus- Joey Jeopardy.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for, and how to develop and use honesty as a vital teaching tool. Also- TOB Mailbag.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey give an overview of the Clarke Technical Studies book. Also, the Halloween edition of Tromba Trivia.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to choose music and prepare for a recital. Also- You Better You Bet.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey conclude their 3-part series with a look at Bill’s pedagogy. Also- Gig Salad Questionnaire.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss things to know when starting out in higher education. Also- The WTF Spelling Bee.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the appropriate times and ways to say no to gigs. Also- the #100DaysOfPractice Pyramid!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what happened over the summer and what’s. Coming in season 4. Plus- Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey close out the third season of The Open Bell with the World Trumpet Federation Awards- The Effys! Also- Joey Jeopardy.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what to do to take care of yourself. Also- TOB Questionnaire!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what they hope the lasting impact of their teaching will be, and why that’s important to think about during a career. Plus- The #100DaysOfPracticePyramid
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the problems with trying to compare yourself to others. Also: Clueless!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the appropriate rating for items and ideas from the trumpet world. Also: Two Truths and a Lie.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for community, as we all need people to hold us accountable. Plus- You Complete Me!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey expand the trumpet alphabet to begin The Open Bell Dictionary. Also: TOB Mailbag!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what J.B. Arban wrote as the introduction to the most famous trumpet book in history. Plus- The United Stares of Trumpet!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss trumpet players who hide from their problems, and why it’s a terrible way to live. Also: Most Likely To!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of trusting yourself in the practice room. Also: Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways to take control of your schedule so you can be more productive. Plus- The #100DaysOfPractice Pyramid!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how where you come from informs who you are. Also, the JB’s Revenge version of Snippets.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of passion, but also what it really takes to reach a professional level. Also, the new game You Bet Your Mascot!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what to do when feeling overwhelmed. Plus- the new game “Clueless.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to use temporary setbacks as learning tools for long term growth. Also, a new game: Make Good Choices!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways to avoid injury and, when necessary, recover from overuse. Plus a new game: Hangman!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to spot the warning signs of, and know if you might be, a Trumpet Jock. Also- Who Am I?
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to get back on track, both physically and mentally, when things go wrong. Plus: Snippets.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss some of the people you may not have heard of, but definitely should know. Plus: The 5-Second Rule.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss just how bad the 7C is, with specific comparisons. Also- Joey Jeopardy.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of disagreement, and why you should have people close to you that you are comfortable disagreeing with. Plus- TOB Mailbag.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to recognize your own strengths and weaknesses, and where they come from. Also, a new game- The United States of Trumpet.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways to find good equipment without breaking the bank. Also- You Complete Me.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the over-exuberance of online positivity, which leads to an “everyone is great!” result, and why that’s a problem. Plus- #100DaysOfPractice Pyramid!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss some of the most common problems students have with tonguing. Plus- 20 Questions.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to get the best information for their students on a variety of topics. Also- Two Truths and a Lie.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss times when things did not go exactly as planned. Plus- Who Am I.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss all things mutes: which ones are needed, others you might want, brands, and where to get them. Plus- Tromba Trivia.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what they notice upon hearing someone new, along with what students should notice when meeting a new teacher. Also- The WTF Questionnaire.
On this landmark 100th episode, Bill, Bryan, and Joey tackle a top 10 list of the greatest threats facing the trumpet world…and democracy at large. Also- Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss who each of them would put on the Mt. Rushmore of Trumpet. Plus- Snippets!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey take a deep dive on the Hindemith Sonata for Trumpet and Piano. Also- The Voting Game.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how students and teachers can have different ideas about what makes a lesson great. Plus- It’s Crowded in the Middle.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to get the most out of the time you get with your studio as a whole. Plus- Tromba Trivia!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to most effectively use the Schlossberg book. Plus- a rousing round of Snippets.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey each choose 5 recordings to be listened to in their entirety. Plus- Great Minds Think Alike!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey each choose one solo piece for each year of undergraduate study. Plus- The $10 Pyramid.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the variety of routes people take during their careers, and how rarely it looks like a straight line. Plus- The Dating Game.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey are back for a third season. They start off going after their problems with the popular #100DaysOfPractice. Also- Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what they’ve covered over the course of their second season. Also- TOB Mailbag.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss their plans for summer and how to plan for the summer break. Also- Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey each bring a book, podcast, and video to recommend. Plus- the 5-Second Rule, Facts About Friends edition.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss why the trumpet is, clearly, the best instrument. Plus- The Voting Game.
Bill and Bryan discuss how to and why you need to clean your horns, while Joey listens in a state of confusion. Plus- a round of Tromba Trivia.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss those lessons where everything comes together for the student, and the light bulb goes on. Plus- Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to use your trumpet to help in other musical pursuits. Plus- Two Truths and a Lie.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the very important topic of health and wellness in the most WTF way possible. Plus, a round of Would You Rather.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to recognize your own progress. Plus a new game- the National Trumpet Trivia Competition.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to get yourself out of a slump in your playing. Also- a rousing round of Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss an important piece of trumpet repertoire: the Arutunian Concerto. Plus- a great round of “It All Adds Up.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what people say when they don’t know what to say…Bad Pedagogy. Also, a new round of Snippets.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss Tromba Mundi’s recent tour to New Mexico and Colorado. Also- a terrific round of “Great Minds Think Alike.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what to look for in a graduate program. Plus- Tromba Trivia!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss information they’ve gotten directly from their teachers. Plus, a landmark edition of Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what you should, and shouldn’t, focus on when working to improve. Also- the return of Backbore Bingo!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss some of the misleading products and information aimed at musicians. Plus- Great Minds Think Alike.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss some of the misleading information and products aimed at musicians. Plus- Great Minds Think Alike.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey offer advice from their future selves to their past selves. Plus- The Newlywed Game.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to set yourself apart, so that you’re not stuck in the very crowded arena of mediocrity. Also, a new game- The $10 Pyramid Scheme.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss some of their most meaningful performances. Also- Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to clear your mind for more effective practice and more successful performances. Also- the new game “The 5-second Rule.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss when and how to go searching for a new mouthpiece. Plus the “Everyone’s From Somewhere” edition of “Backbore Bingo.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to prepare for auditions. Also, an exciting round of Family Feud.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what to do when there are fewer demands placed on your playing. Plus the new game Anton +1.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss significant moments from their careers. Also- the new game “It All Adds Up.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how, when, and why to choose a new trumpet. Plus-Backbore Bingo!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of listening, providing examples. Also- the new game “You Complete Me.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss introductory, intermediate, and advanced repertoire for cornet, as well as Bb, C, Eb, and piccolo trumpets. Plus- the TOB Mailbag!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss Questionable Pedagogy- how to recognize it, and what to do with it. Plus- the return of Joey Jeopardy.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey assign appropriate levels of fame to trumpet players. Listen to learn what those levels are. Plus- the “Yo Adrian” edition of Backbore Bingo.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways to find the ever elusive Trumpet/Life balance. Plus- the new game “Great Minds Think Alike.”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey each bring a list to decide who and what are overrated, underrated, or properly rated. Plus- a new round of Snippets!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss a list of things to let go of to keep getting better. Plus- the new game “Where in the World is Anton Weidinger?”
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss their favorite resources for sound, articulation, flexibility, dexterity, transposition, endurance, and range. Plus- The TOB Mailbag!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey continue their discussion focusing on how to become the artist you want to be. Plus- Two Truths and a Lie!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey begin a 2-part discussion on how to become the artist you want to be. And Tromba Trivia is back for season 2!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss Bill’s new book: 26 Contemplative Studies. Plus- Backbore Bingo!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey kick off season 2 by discussing how to define and achieve great playing. Plus- Backbore Bingo!
In this season 1 finale, Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss some of the people that have shared how the podcast has affected them. Plus- Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss people they admire. Plus- the Leroy Anderson Edition of Backbore Bingo.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss A, B, and Double C’s- it’s the Trumpet Alphabet! Plus, Tromba Trivia Tough Choices Edition.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss when and how to choose a new horn. Plus- the return of Backbore Bingo!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss and demonstrate some of their favorite mutes. Plus- TOB Mailbag!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to deal with pain while playing. Also- the debut of The Open Bell Spelling Bee!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss important points of their careers. Plus- Two Truths and a Lie!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of, and how to build, your trumpet network. Also- Tromba Trivia!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how, and to what extent it’s necessary, to mark your music. Plus- a brand new game: Name That Tune!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to get yourself playing, especially after time off. Also- Old School Tromba Trivia.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to set each student up for their success. Plus- the debut of Two Truths and a Lie!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to, and the importance of, setting yourself up for success. Plus, hear Bryan say, “He was a very religious man” about Vincent Bach.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey provide easy to follow rules on how, once you get a gig, to get called back. Plus- Tromba Trivia!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what players think about while they’re practicing and performing. What helps? What hurts? Also- Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the piccolo trumpet: models, music, and most importantly- how to get started. Also, the Piccolo Edition of Backbore Bingo!
It’s not “if”- it’s “when”. We all make mistakes. Today Bill, Bryan, and Joey talk about how to learn from, recognize the necessity of, and how to make good mistakes. And Tromba Trivia!
For this landmark episode Bill, Bryan, and Joey each pick 10 albums (CDs...full recordings- you know what I mean) that they can’t live without. Get some good listening suggestions, and Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what to do when you’ve reached the end of your rope- how to recalibrate. Also- TOB Mailbag!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what every player needs to know regarding intonation- individual responsibilities as well as general guidelines. Also- Tromba Trivia!
What does it mean that your favorite player uses a certain brand of trumpet or mouthpiece? Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what, and how, we can learn from the players we admire. Plus- Joey Jeopardy!
Bryan takes Bill and Joey through his approach to pedagogy. Rather than being a trumpet player that makes music, Bryan stresses being a musician that plays trumpet. Also- The Open Bell Mailbag!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what makes a “School of Trumpet”, and things to watch out for in them. Also- Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what “Efficiency” means, and what it should mean, within brass pedagogy. Also- the Trumpet Trivia Edition of Backbore Bingo!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss motivation- what it means and its importance. Also- The Open Bell Mailbag!
Bill takes Bryan and Joey through his four-part mantra: Body, Center, Breathe, and Flow. Also, the return of Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of where your information comes from. Also- the Internet Edition of Backbore Bingo!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss The Rules- yes, there are rules. Also, the Anniversary Edition of Backbore Bingo!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss trumpet ensembles. Also- the premiere of Joey’s Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of getting it right, not close. Also-the return of The Open Bell Mailbag!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for empathy in education. Also, the “Ah...Bach” edition of Backbore Bingo!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of creating a culture to provide students the best environment for growth. Plus- the Wonder Woman edition of Backbore Bingo!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss lead playing. Believe it or not, it’s more than just high notes. Plus- Backbore Bingo!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ideas beyond “just practice” that can help students succeed. Plus- The Open Bell Mailbag!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what is meant by the phrase “Paralysis Through Analysis.” Also- The Open Bell Mailbag!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss why thinking more broadly about music is always a good idea. Also-why students should return what they “borrow” from their teachers. And of course: Backbore Bingo!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss The Thing- Joey’s morning practice regimen, what he does and why he does it. Also, more Backbore Bingo!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what to do when you’re having a bad day. Also- the first installment of Backbore Bingo!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey break down ego- the importance of, the worry of too much, and the problem of not enough. Also, the best choices for lip care.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what it means to be a virtuoso. They also will tell you why leaving gadgets on your horn during a performance is not okay.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss when, how, and why to start an embouchure change. Also on the docket- clip on tuners, and why they’re a bad idea.
How do you maintain a student mindset? Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss this and why you should take the stickers off of your mutes .
What is talent? Does it even exist? Bill, Bryan, and Joey take on this controversial subject, and why assigning the Haydn trumpet concerto to high school students might be a bad idea.
Do you teach the same way for every student? Should you? Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss this, plus why "Note Testing" is a bad idea.
The International Trumpet Guild has some issues, especially with gaining new audiences. A FaceBook post by Bill started this discussion by three ITG members.
How did you turn into the player you are? The team discusses how their combination of teachers helped them become the professionals they are now.
What does it take to become a professional? The team discusses how to make "the leap" from student to pro.