masterclasses
"One+One=One... Ensemble Unity Through Duet Performance"
Students will be led with topics emphasizing common performance practice techniques, articulations, phrasing, etc, and how they relate to the goal of achieving musical unity.
"Working Your Way Into The Upper Register--From The Bottom Up"
The class focuses on strengthening the brass player's embouchure, and more specifically the alleviation of embouchure 'shifts.' Unique techniques are presented, which when employed correctly, will allow students a greater and faster access to the upper register while simultaneously solidifying the low-mid range.
"Consistency=Consistency"
This class stresses the importance of building a solid and consistent practice routine which addresses all aspects of musical performance.
"Package Practicing"
Illustrates the importance of 'focused' practice. Provides techniques on achieving more practice with fewer, yet more intense exercises & drills.
"Articulations; The Musician's Paint Brush"
Ideas and thoughts on 'musical painting' using articulation.
"There Are No Bad Acoustics...Just Bad Note Shapes"
Maximizing your performance space by way of proper note shaping.
"Relaxation Through Body Awareness"
This bodymapping class incorporates elements of various methods, techniques, and exercises such as yoga, the Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais, meditation, and visualization.
"Periodization Principles and Elevated Practice"
This class explores the concepts of the Periodization Technique commonly employed by Olympic level athletes, and how these concepts can be applied to music, practice, & performances.
