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Moving into the extreme low Register on Scales

April 22, 2020 benjaminyatestbone

The following video is mean to provide information about transitioning into the extreme low register on trombone scales. Please note,…

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Low Brass Juries via Video Platform

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The following video should help with some questions about using Zoom as our video platform for juries. I’ve included a…

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Trombone Low Range Studies

March 27, 2020 benjaminyatestbone

This video reviews some low range studies useful in building range in the valve, second partial. These studies will help…

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Trombone Maintinence

March 25, 2020 benjaminyatestbone

Trombone Maintenance Cleaning your trombone is an important part of having a performance reading instrument. I don’t recommend a full…

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Acting the Part

March 19, 2020 benjaminyatestbone

Why should I Act professional in my high school and collegiate ensembles?  I’m just a student… Remember, these ensembles are…

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Just Listen

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Simple.  Just listen.(This is an updated version of this post from 2013) Every musician I know has a long list…

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Teaching from Home: Needs of the Students

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After speaking to friends in Tokyo, Japan who have taught from home for the last five weeks or so, chatting…

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Teaching Trombone from Home

March 18, 2020 benjaminyatestbone

I was convinced today to provide some information about my setup for teaching from home while the university is closed.…

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Masterclass at UL with Dr. Suzanne Tirk and Dr. Richard Tirk

February 29, 2020 benjaminyatestbone

REFLECTIONS ON THE MASTERCLASS

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Trombone Buzzing

January 29, 2020 benjaminyatestbone

Many issues can come up while buzzing on the trombone mouthpiece. I’ve found that if a student has a clear/full…

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