Ryan's website - www.ryanrobertsoboe.com Ryan's Instagram - www.instagram.com/ryanjroberts Noted for his “beautiful”, “eloquent” and “exquisite” playing by the New York Times, Ryan Roberts is the newly appointed English horn/Oboe of the New York Philharmonic. Ryan has performed with many of the country's leading orchestras, including the Chicago Symphony, the Philadelphia Orchestra, the San Francisco Symphony, the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, and the Ft. Worth Symphony. An award-winning oboist,...
Mar 11, 2020•28 min
Nick's website - www.nicklaufertrombone.com Nick's Instagram - www.instagram.com/nicklaufertrombone Trombonist Nick Laufer is an eclectic musician with experiences ranging across a wide array of musical styles. His enthusiasm and experience reaches from early Baroque to contemporary, from rock and jazz to Latin. Best known for his lead work in the professional trombone quartet Maniacal 4, Nick has performed hundreds of concerts in venues around the world. He also tours with country music superst...
Mar 04, 2020•1 hr 14 min
www.willhutchinson.com Will Hutchinson is a singer/guitarist who is best know for his unique voice, original music, and his combination of fingerstyle and rhythm guitar playing. For the last three years he has made many wonderful relationships with event hosts by providing exceptional music services, dependability, and communication. In addition to writing award winning songs of his own, Will appreciates the value of popular music and its ability to bring people together. For this reason will ha...
Feb 26, 2020•40 min
Tom Siders' Instagram - www.instagram.com/tomsiders Follow me on Instagram - www.instagram.com/thatsnotspit Leave a rating and a review if you enjoyed the episode! Thomas Siders joined the BSO as Assistant Principal Trumpet in January 2010 and was promoted to Associate Principal Trumpet in 2015. He is currently a member of the trumpet faculties at The Boston Conservatory, Boston University, and New England Conservatory. An active clinician, Mr. Siders has presented masterclasses at The Boston Co...
Feb 19, 2020•1 hr 34 min
Tom's Instagram - @flemingbassoon Prior to joining the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, Tom Fleming has performed in North and South America, the Caribbean, Asia and Europe. Having earned degrees from Yale University and the Manhattan School of Music, he was also a fellow at the New World Symphony. He has performed as concerto soloist in various venues, most notably Alice Tully Hall in New York City. His orchestral career has included engagements with the Seattle Symphony, Oregon Symphony, National Sy...
Feb 12, 2020•28 min
In this episode, Jeremy Wilson and I discuss his Body, Mind, Spirit project, what the study of music is really all about, winning the job the Vienna Philharmonic, leaving that job and starting his current job with Vanderbilt, and more. Jeremy's youtube channel - www.youtube.com/jeremywilsontrombone Jeremy's Instagram - www.instagram.com/jeremywilsontrombone During his tenure in Vienna (2007-2012), Wilson performed hundreds of orchestral concerts at home and in 28 countries around the globe under...
Feb 05, 2020•2 hr 21 min
In this episode, Kathleen Costello and I discuss all things chamber music related. From starting a group, how to pick new and innovative projects, and the challenges of doing it all yourself; if you are interested in starting a chamber music group, this episode is a must listen! Kathleen's website - www.kathleenbcostello.com Kathleen's Instagram - www.instagram.com/kathleenbcostello Kathleen Costello has served as Principal Clarinet with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra since 2006. Since joining t...
Jan 29, 2020•58 min
This episode is a little different than the others in that I'm not actually interviewing a musician for this episode. Instead, I interviewed Dr. Lisa Grupe, the faculty director at that Alabama Waldorf School, the school that my children attend. I had never heard of this education prior to being a part of this family, so I thought it would be important to create a resource for others to learn exactly how amazing this method of education is. Alabama Waldorf website: https://www.alabamawaldorf.org...
Jan 22, 2020•2 hr 5 min
Michael's website - www.playwritemusic.com Michael's Instagram - www.instagram.com/playwritemusic Michael Martin, born August 9, 1985 in Marietta, Georgia, became the youngest member of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Pops as Third/Utility trumpet in July 2010, at the age of 24. Michael attended Northwestern University where he received both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Trumpet Performance studying with Barbara Butler and Charles Geyer. Prior to joining the Boston Symphony...
Jan 15, 2020•1 hr 54 min
Haley Bangs, a native of Colorado Springs, Colorado, is the Second Flute of the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. She previously served as Assistant Principal/Second Flute of the Omaha Symphony, and Principal Flute of the United States Navy Band in Washington, D.C. She has also performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, Annapolis Symphony, Evansville Philharmonic, New World Symphony Orchestra, and the Colorado and Breckenridge Musi...
Jan 08, 2020•37 min
Karen Cubides is a marketing/management consultant, educator, and professional saxophonist based in Nashville, TN. A multifaceted musician and arts entrepreneur, she is dedicated to bringing young musical artists the attention they deserve while providing them with personalized services and representation. A certified life coach focusing on goal setting, emotional intelligence, and neuro-linguistic programming, Cubides prides herself in cultivating real relationships with her clients to best und...
Jan 01, 2020•1 hr 49 min
In this episode, we'll reflect on finishing one full year of podcasting. This past year has been one of the most fulfilling years of my life, and this podcast is absolutely the genesis of much of the good I've experienced. I begin by talking about why I started the podcast, the struggles at the beginning of the process (I even include a clip of the very first thing I ever recorded), and talk about how in order to get better at doing something, you have to actually start doing it. The connections...
Dec 15, 2019•33 min
Jared Rodin came to Indiana from Chicago, were he had been a student of Frank Crisafulli and Arnold Jacobs to earn the MM degree from Indiana University studying with Keith Brown and Lewis Van Haney. He earned his BM from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale under the tutelage of Gene Stiman and Mel Jernigan of the St. Louis Symphony. Active as a clinician and soloist, Jared has commissioned and premiered many works for the bass trombone including "Morph"(1993 with the Indianapolis Chamber...
Dec 08, 2019•1 hr
Recipient of the prestigious 2015 Avery Fisher Career Grant and the 2017 Lincoln Center Award for Emerging Artists, violinist Paul Huang is considered to be one of the most distinctive artists of his generation. The Washington Post proclaimed Mr. Huang as "an artist with the goods for a significant career" following his recital debut at the Kennedy Center. This summer, Mr. Huang made highly acclaimed debut at Bravo!Vail Music Festival stepping in for violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter in the Mozart’s ...
Dec 01, 2019•1 hr 16 min
Jennifer Marotta is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Trumpet at the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music. An active freelance musician based in Los Angeles, she regularly performs with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, San Francisco Symphony, San Diego Symphony, Los Angeles Opera, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Los Angeles Master Chorale, and the St. Louis Symphony. Marotta is currently a member of the Grand Teton Music Festival and the Music of the Baroque in Chicago. She was...
Nov 15, 2019•35 min
http://www.aubreyfoard.com/artist-bio.html - Aubrey's bio https://miamimusicfestival.com/nick-platoff - Nick's bio Mastering engineer - Brandon Jochum Support the show
Nov 08, 2019•48 min
Terry R. Rush just retired from 35 years as a high school orchestra, band and jazz band instructor. His last position was Instrumental Music Director at Lincoln Southwest High School. He was the Director of Instrumental Music at Lincoln High School for twenty-five years. His groups have traveled to Florida, Colorado, California, Kansas, Missouri, Illinois and London, England as well as performing at the State Bandmasters Association State Convention numerous times. Prior to teaching at Lincoln H...
Nov 01, 2019•1 hr 26 min
In this episode, Jena Vangjel tells me the story of how she was forced to take a month off of practicing the trumpet because she had to have her thyroid removed. Jena and I dig down deep to find out what lessons she learned from taking so much time off, and what we all can learn from her. Jena Vangjel, a native of Kansas City, Missouri, is a freelance trumpeter in Baton Rouge and the surrounding area. She has performed with the New World Symphony, the Alabama Symphony, the Charleston Symphony, t...
Oct 22, 2019•48 min
In this episode, we are going to discuss three things that I believe are essential to being successful as an orchestral musician: flexibility, focus, and fun. I chose these topics as ones that aren't as often discussed as things like being prepared, being on time, etc. Mastering engineer - Brandon Jochum Support the show
Oct 15, 2019•26 min
In this episode, I speak with Jamie Whitmarsh, a freelance percussionist and composer in the Oklahoma City area. He discuss building a freelance career, as well as how to start your own large ensemble, and the challenges associated with that. Here are some links Jamie gave me to share: Composer Diversity Database https://www.composerdiversity.com/composer-diversity-database A fantastic tool to discover new music. There are so many new pieces out there that could change your life, this is one way...
Oct 08, 2019•49 min
In this episode, we're talking with Jay Evans, the principal trombonist of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra. We talk about the Grand Teton Music Festival, training for an triathlon event, what setting personal records in his musical practice, and much more. I hope you enjoy the episode! Mastering engineer - Brandon Jochum Jay Evans is currently Principal Trombonist of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra, a position he has held since October, 2000. As soloist, Jay has performed in numerous concerts incl...
Oct 01, 2019•1 hr 17 min
In this episode, Carlos answers the question "What is an orchestra's role in serving the community it is in?" In my journey to find out why musicians think classical music is relevant and important, Carlos' answer provides some important insight and wisdom as to why a community should care about having a symphony orchestra as part of it's culture. Mastering engineer - Brandon Jochum Carlos' bio - Carlos Izcaray is Music Director of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra and of the American Youth Symphon...
Sep 22, 2019•1 hr 24 min
In this episode, we're going to discuss how discipline can be beneficial in our lives, using fun quotes to make it less horrible to talk about. Read the blog post on my website for updated thoughts about my journey to being more disciplined! https://thatsnotspit.com/2019/09/15/discipline-for-a-better-future-ep-28/ Here are the quotes from the episode: "Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment" - Jim Rohn "Some people regard discipline as a chore. For me, it is a kind of order th...
Sep 15, 2019•25 min
Mark Maliniak joined the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra as Fourth/Utility Trumpet in September 2018. Mr. Maliniak has toured both nationally and internationally with The Cleveland Orchestra, The Philadelphia Orchestra, San Francisco Symphony, Indianapolis Symphony, and Buffalo Philharmonic. He has appeared regularly as guest principal trumpet with the Detroit Symphony, Jacksonville Symphony, Malaysian Philharmonic, and Tucson Symphony, where he was also a featured soloist. Mr. Maliniak has also perf...
Sep 08, 2019•45 min
Bobby Horton was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. His life long passion for music and history began at an early age. With a trumpet playing father and a banjo-playing grandfather, he was exposed to a varied menu of music—from the sound of the big bands, jazz combos and classical to the old time sounds of Southern gospel, sacred harp, and “hillbilly” music. Most of the men in his young life were World War II veterans, as he listened to their war stories he soon made the connection between ...
Sep 01, 2019•1 hr 43 min
On this installment, we are featuring Will Baker. Will is the bass trombonist of the Monterrey Symphony, and he has subbed with the San Diego Symphony, the San Francisco Symphony, the Detroit Symphony, the Alabama Symphony, and more. He also started Get Fluent, which he creates video and resources to help musicians improve their playing. Mastering Engineer - Brandon Jochum Music in the episode - Will Baker Support the show...
Aug 15, 2019•36 min
This edition of "Winning the Job" features Chris Smith, who recently won the principal trumpet position with the San Diego Symphony. Chris has a wealth of knowledge to share about how to be successful in auditions, and also some real and practical advice to people who are thinking of auditioning for an orchestral position. Mastering engineer - Brandon Jochum Music in the episode - Chris Smith Support the show
Aug 08, 2019•54 min
This episode features an amazing conversation with Barbara Butler, one of the trumpet professors at Rice University. Previously she taught at Northwestern University and the Eastman School of Music before that. Not much that can be said about this interview other than it's Barbara speaking words of wisdom for almost three hours. I hope you get as much out of it as I have! Mastering engineer - Brandon Jochum Support the show...
Aug 01, 2019•2 hr 47 min
In this episode I discuss the various lessons I learned from my experience not getting tenure in Indianapolis. Without going into detail, the lessons are: 1) When I receive feedback, I should make sure I understand 2) Goals are just goals 3) You're more than meets the eye 4) Life is what happens when you're busy making other plans 5) When you're going through hell, keep on going Hopefully these lessons I learned can help encourage people at all stages of their career. Support the show...
Jul 15, 2019•24 min
Glenn is the librarian with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra. Before joining the ASO as librarian, he was the principal flutist with the Venezuelan National Orchestra. Glenn has an amazing story. He had a picture perfect life in Venezuela, but because the country began to fail, he had to leave an start all over in Alabama. I hope this interview is able to give the listener some really good perspective on life, and also to see that everyone has a story. We should make as much of an effort as we can...
Jul 01, 2019•1 hr 56 min
