Flute

Two Little-Known Collections of Works for Unaccompanied Flute by Henry Koehler — The ‘IIe Continuation du Plaisir pour la Flûte’, Op. 18, and the ‘Pièces favorites avec Variations pour la Flûte’

Discusses two published collections of music for unaccompanied flute by the important German composer and performer Gottlieb Heinrich Köhler (1765-1833).

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Trumpet Horn

Bach and the Others: Eighteenth-Century Trumpeter-Hornists

In this article, Edward H. Tarr discusses the potential roles that trumpeters may have had during the era of Bach, not merely as trumpet performers but also as proficient multi-instrumentalists, with a particular focus on the horn. Additionally, Tarr conjectures about the plausible nomenclature and purpose of the coiled horn depicted in the famous portrait of Gottfried Reiche and in other pictorial representations from the same period. The publishing rights for this article have generously been granted to the International Journal of Music by Dr. Irmtraud Tarr, the widow of Edward H. Tarr.

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Trumpet

Randolph Lee — “Echoes of Zion” (Mark Masters Series, 2022)

Randy Lee’s Echoes of Zion is a poignant musical journey through the cultural heritage of early members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints as they embarked on their pioneer odyssey to the untamed American West. With a deeply personal connection to this history, Randy Lee pays tribute to the pioneers’ resilience, faith, and artistic contributions. This review explores the album’s evocative renditions of historical music and its ability to transport listeners back to a time when music was a source of solace, joy, and unity on the untamed frontier.

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Bassoon

Stephanie Patterson: “Figure Out Where You Want to Be, and How Everything You’re Doing Now Is Actually Helping You Get There So That You Can Be Invested in What You’re Doing”

Join Dr. Shannon Lowe in an illuminating interview with Dr. Stephanie Patterson, Associate Professor of Bassoon at the University of North Carolina-School of the Arts. Discover Dr. Patterson’s innovative methods for effective practice, tone development, and interpretation, as well as her vision for the future of bassoon education and the evolving landscape of music instruction.

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Trombone

Achilles Liarmakopoulos: “We All Have Our Own Music We Listen To, but When We Share New Things With Each Other, We All Benefit”

Trombonist of the Canadian Brass Achilles Liarmakopoulos talks about his early musical inspirations, how he got involved with Canadian Brass, and the release of his latest album “Volar” with Venezuelan group Cuatrombon.

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Bassoon

Leigh Muñoz: “We as Teachers Need to Help Our Students Find Their Definition of Success and What They Will Need to Succeed”

In this interview by Dr. Shannon Lowe, we dive into the multifaceted world of bassoon instruction and reed making with Dr. Leigh Muñoz, Assistant Professor of Bassoon at the Conservatory at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and a thriving entrepreneur in the reed-making industry. Dr. Muñoz shares her pedagogical philosophy, emphasizing the holistic development of young musicians, and discusses her role as a faculty member at the Bassoon Intensive program at Interlochen Arts Camp, offering insights into her passion for mentoring emerging talents. Beyond her teaching prowess, she delves into her successful venture as a reed-making entrepreneur, unveiling the art and science of crafting exceptional reeds, a skill honed over years of experience.

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Saxophone

Interview with Timothy McAllister, Part 2 — “The Spirit of Collaboration”

This is the second part of Tim’s interview where he discusses his approach to collaboration in classical music and stresses the importance of adaptability. He shares his thoughts on integrating different music styles and the role of the tenor saxophone in contemporary classical music. Additionally, Tim talks about his work with the PRISM Quartet, including how the group plans projects up to three years in advance and maintains productivity through individual preparation and efficient communication. He also discusses the group’s shift to online offerings during the pandemic, such as the “PRISM Quartet Institute.”

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