On this occasion, we are speaking with Mindi Abair, a two-time Grammy-nominated saxophonist, about her touring schedule and her last album, which just hit the shelves a few days ago.
Today we have Kevin Gebo, trumpeter of the United States Army Band ‘Pershing’s Own,’ for more than 10 years. Kevin has been a laureate in various competitions — he even participated as a trumpet soloist on the recording of ‘Songs of Innocence and of Experience’ by William Bolcom (winner of four Grammys in 2006) — and since 2017, he shares all his knowledge as an adjunct professor at George Mason University. Kevin is someone you just have to meet!
We speak with Jay Mason (a faculty member at California State University, Long Beach, USA). This experienced teacher and interpreter is very clear that no two students are the same. That is why he designs a specific approach that fits the needs of each of his students.
Jay Mason: “My Students Ask Great Questions Which Spurs Me to Learn More and More” Open »
Today, we have an interview with Rex Richardson, a Yamaha artist and one of the most eclectic trumpeters today, who just released a recording of original compositions by Allen Vizzutti, Anthony Plog, Andy Scott, and James Stephenson. Don’t miss this interview with one of our own professors here at Trumpet Magazine School!
On this occasion, we are speaking with Stathis Mavrommatis. This distinguished Greek saxophonist shares his knowledge as a soloist with his students in Apollonion Conservatory in Athens. He is also the principal saxophonist with the Athens Wind Orchestra and principal guest saxophone of the Athens State Orchestra.
In this article we will tell you about one of the most spectacular trumpets by Yamaha.
Yamaha Model 8310Z — Everything You Need to Know About This Trumpet Open »
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Emilio Martinez, Yamaha Brass and Woodwind Technician Open »
Today we have Jason Dovel, a professor of the “Chicago School”, who has taught and played in the Oklahoma and Arkansas areas for 6 years, until becoming the trumpet professor at the University of Kentucky in 2013. In addition, he is a true lover of the Baroque trumpet. Do not miss this interview, you will learn a lot from him. Dovel doesn’t just include an exercise in efficiency of the attack, but he also shares a warm-up exercise for the Baroque trumpet!
Jason Dovel: “Rhythm and Sight-Reading Are Common Problems” Open »
For this interview, we have with us, Jeff Coffin. This multi-talented saxophonist is one of the most acclaimed on the jazz scene. But he has not neglected his role as an educator, where he has always shown great commitment.
Jeff Coffin: “Through Imitation Comes Originality” Open »
Today, we are interviewing one of the most relevant trumpeters in the Chicago area, who also happens to be a great person: Bill Denton. He studied with James Thompson and with Dave Hickman, among others; he has performed in the US Army Field Band and with other entities before winning his fist orchestra position in the Alabama Symphony. Currently, he is the principal trumpet of the Lyric Opera of Chicago Orchestra. In addition to his interview with Trumpet Magazine, he shares none other than a PDF of exercises for our Members!
William Denton: “It’s Not the Best Player Who Wins a Job, It’s the Best Prepared Player” Open »
