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The Saturday Studio: Thoughts on Young Bass Trombonists

Joe Dixon July 6, 2024

Morning Y’all, Finished the morning coffee with these thoughts… I love bass trombone. Bass trombone, like oboe, bassoon, and euphonium, is a color instrument. It can add tonal maturity...

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The Saturday Studio: Practice Advice II

Joe Dixon May 18, 2024

Good morning, I worry about students that play their instruments too little and those that play their instruments too much. I like purposeful, efficient practice. I’ve gathered a few...

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The Saturday Studio: Practice

Joe Dixon April 20, 2024

The Saturday Studio PRACTICE Good morning, Everyone. I’m constantly concerned about a music program creating practice culture that is a critical component to that program’s success. It’s such a...

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