Who cares about music when lives are on the line? I was doing research for my book’s manuscript when the world stopped. The book outlines what it’s like to be in a community band. I hoped it would teach folks about the band world and perhaps inspire some to join. I’ve been a musician since […]
What Exactly is a “Band Geek”?
Concert band: the unsung heroes of music Everybody Geeks Out The term band geek might inspire strange images to those not familiar with the music world. How strange? That depends on the musical entertainment you’ve been digesting and your definition of band. Merriam-Webster defines band in the musical sense as “a group of musicians organized […]
The Roar of the Crowd
If your brass quintet plays publicly for any length of time, you likely will amass an eclectic assortment of gigs. You will find yourself in all sorts of venues, performing for a variety of different occasions and a wide range of audience sizes. If you play in more than one small ensemble, you are more […]
Why Music?
Not long ago I asked my fellow musicians (via Facebook) a relatively existential question about their involvement in music. Leaving out any limitations of specific music styles or instruments, I explained my theory and asked for input from those who currently make music on a regular basis. Most articles champion the CEREBRAL and/or PHYSICAL benefits […]
In Memoriam: Chris Vadala and Fred Balmages
Recently, the great state of Maryland lost two giants in the world of music performance and education: Chris Vadala, saxophonist and college music professor, and Fred Balmages, trumpeter and elementary school music teacher. Many community musicians knew them as friends as well as coaches, and both will be greatly missed. Chris Vadala Chris Vadala was […]
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