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Developing Positive Practice Habits
Developing Positive Practice Habits
A Message from Dr. Tim Lautzenheiser
Executive Director, Division of Education, Conn-Selmer, Inc.
…the pathway to quality music making…
Remember the first time you tried to ice skate, or water…
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Breathing for Tone
Breathe as often as you need to for a great tone. Try to stay full of air. Breathe often enough and deep enough so that you feel full of air all the time. Make sure to breathe through your mouth to get a deep breath.
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Define Excellence – What Is Great?
Define Excellence – What Is Great?
Norlan Bewley
When learning to play a musical instrument, it is important to define excellence – what is great? How do you know what better is? It is easier to progress when you are able to measure…
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The Role of the Lead Trombone Player
Along with both the lead trumpet and alto saxophone, the lead trombone player shares in the responsibility of establishing style, articulation and phrasing. The lead player must have the ability to listen closely to the other lead players
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Establish Priorities – Order Of Importance
When you learn your music, it is very useful to establish priorities so that you have an order of importance for putting things together. Priorities make your practice much more efficient and productive,
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Breathing Exercises
Always practice good breathing form – a smooth, even and constant air stream.
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