August 20, 2005
by Joe
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I love this series from hella frisch where he relates tips from Cleveland Orchestra percussionist Tom Freer on preparing for, and surviving, an orchestral audition. This is a great resource for those on the audition trail, and an interesting read … Continue reading
July 3, 2005
by Joe
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I received an invite last week to sit in on a rehearsal for some great music — the Saint-Säens Septet and Schubert’s Trout Quintet. The Trout I’ve played before at Chautauqua, but the Saint-Säens I’ve never played before. Good double … Continue reading
June 6, 2005
by Joe
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Free Beethoven symphonies! BBC – Radio 3 – Beethoven Experience – downloads Download all nine of Beethoven’s symphonies here the day after they are broadcast. All the symphonies are performed by BBC Philharmonic, conducted by Gianandrea Noseda. Bring back the … Continue reading
October 28, 2004
by Joe
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I am playing with the Contra Costa Chamber Orchestra this weekend. Saturday night is at Los Medanos College (8pm), and Sunday night is the main event (Halloween) at the Regional Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek (7:30pm). Wear a … Continue reading
November 20, 2003
by Joe
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There is something delicious about listening to very loud Sammy Hagar and Black Sabbath right before a symphony orchestra rehearsal. It’s kind of like a nun walking back into the convent after a night with a gang of sailors on … Continue reading