Can you cope with quarter tones?

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Our harmonic and melodic system is based on half steps and other systems are based on quarter tones. When we listen to the quarter step system, we are uncomfortable because of this unusual pitch relationship. Our instruments are not capable of playing quarter tones. So why am I posting information…

Better Living Through Chemistry

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When the PBone first appeared on the market, many trombone players were very skeptical as to the quality and sound this plastic oddity represented. Gradually the response began to filter in and player’s acceptance steadily grew. More and more professionals began to show up on the stage with these less…

Trumpet Players Toys Store

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What trumpet play can resist the temptation to explore a business which features almost every new gimmick known to trumpet players? If you are one of the many trumpet geeks who spend more time searching for an aid to improve your playing, than you spend time practicing, you need to…

Who ARE Jim Morrison

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On May 9th of last year I posted information on a “not so well known” musician who for some might not know. His name is James Morrison. This is a promotion video for his new CD “Snappy Too”. For additional information on Mr. Morrison, visit my original page from last…

“Doc”

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Few trumpet players have been able to influence the trumpet world as much as “Doc” Severinsen. Through his long term as musical director of the Tonight Show Band with Johnny Carson he became a household name which was recognized by all. His flamboyant dress code and his back home humor…