Chamber Music

Saxophone

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

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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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Viola

Nathan Braude: “My Main Challenge Is Taking My Viola Every Day, Searching, and Coming a Little Closer to What I Feel inside of Me Each Time”

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Nathan Braude (principal viola of the Gürzenich Orchester Köln and professor at the Royal College of Music London) talks to Viola Magazine about his career, his transition from violin to viola, and much more.

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Trumpet

Ryan Gardner: “I’m Just Lucky to Be Able to Work With Such Inspiring Students That Make Every Day a Pleasure”

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Dr Ryan Gardner is the Associate Professor of Trumpet at UC Boulder. In this interview, he talks about his career and the recent successes of his students at the National Trumpet Competition. Dr Gardner’s students have won every collegiate division at the National Trumpet Competition, including the Undergraduate Solo Division — 2017, 2018, 2021 — the Graduate Solo Division in 2016, the Military Band Excerpt Competition in 2022 and the Ensemble Division seven times — 2014, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2021, 2022 (small ensemble) and 2022 (large ensemble) in addition to placing a total of 19 times during this span. They have also won top prizes in the International Trumpet Guild competitions, Music Teachers National Association competitions, and International Women’s Brass Conference competitions, among others. They are employed in orchestras, premiere military bands, and teaching positions across the country.

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Violoncello

Eckart Runge: “Many Things Are Not Written in Musical Scores, and You Have to Just Trust Your Instinct on That”

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Nadège Rochat has an interesting conversation with Eckart Runge, who is probably one of the most versatile European cellists who can be seen in his eclectic Duo Runge&Ammon, in a more traditional chamber ensembles, or as a soloist with orchestra.

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