The Open Bell ep 146- Fitness Reacquisition
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to get back in shape after some time off. Also- Christmas Duets (Before and After).

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to get back in shape after some time off. Also- Christmas Duets (Before and After).
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to remove obstacles to set yourself up for more effective practice. Also- This or That.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for, and how to take a hard look at your own playing. Plus- I Know You Are But What Am I?
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the universal traits of the best teachers. Also- Out of This World.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to stay fresh and engaged as both a player and teacher. Also- Take 5.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey go in depth with the Haydn trumpet concerto. Plus- Backbore Bingo.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss people, places, and things to determine their appropriate rating. Plus- Joey Jeopardy.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for, and how to develop and use honesty as a vital teaching tool. Also- TOB Mailbag.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey give an overview of the Clarke Technical Studies book. Also, the Halloween edition of Tromba Trivia.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to choose music and prepare for a recital. Also- You Better You Bet.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey conclude their 3-part series with a look at Bill’s pedagogy. Also- Gig Salad Questionnaire.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss Joey’s approach to teaching. Also- Tromba Trivia.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss Bryan’s approach to teaching. Also- Take 5.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss things to know when starting out in higher education. Also- The WTF Spelling Bee.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the appropriate times and ways to say no to gigs. Also- the #100DaysOfPractice Pyramid!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what happened over the summer and what’s. Coming in season 4. Plus- Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey close out the third season of The Open Bell with the World Trumpet Federation Awards- The Effys! Also- Joey Jeopardy.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what to do to take care of yourself. Also- TOB Questionnaire!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what they hope the lasting impact of their teaching will be, and why that’s important to think about during a career. Plus- The #100DaysOfPracticePyramid
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the problems with trying to compare yourself to others. Also: Clueless!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the appropriate rating for items and ideas from the trumpet world. Also: Two Truths and a Lie.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what to do over the Summer break. Also- Snippets!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for community, as we all need people to hold us accountable. Plus- You Complete Me!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey expand the trumpet alphabet to begin The Open Bell Dictionary. Also: TOB Mailbag!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what J.B. Arban wrote as the introduction to the most famous trumpet book in history. Plus- The United Stares of Trumpet!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss trumpet players who hide from their problems, and why it’s a terrible way to live. Also: Most Likely To!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of trusting yourself in the practice room. Also: Joey Jeopardy!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways to take control of your schedule so you can be more productive. Plus- The #100DaysOfPractice Pyramid!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how where you come from informs who you are. Also, the JB’s Revenge version of Snippets.
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of passion, but also what it really takes to reach a professional level. Also, the new game You Bet Your Mascot!