Too many people join community music groups under the assumption that playing drums involves no skill whatsoever. As a trumpet player with about 20 years of “on the job” percussion training, I can tell you there’s much more to percussion than simply whacking a drumhead with a stick, or smashing two pieces of metal together. […]
Introduction to Village Virtuoso
Welcome! As a kind of introduction to my blog, I’ll touch on what I believe are some of the most common thoughts/assumptions about community musicians. Plus, you’ll learn the types of posts I plan to publish here. Many amateur musicians are very talented, professionally-minded people. It just doesn’t happen to be their bread-and-butter. Even if […]
About Village Virtuoso
Welcome! Village Virtuoso has two main goals: to support the efforts of community musicians, and to educate the public about community music. Read on to learn what you can expect from my blog, and for a little personal background. Responsible comments are welcomed. Why am I Blogging? “Life is meant to be enjoyed, not endured.” […]
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