How do you get a student excited to play the bass? What does it mean to go slow now so that you can go twice as fast later? Why is learning like a spiral? We answer these questions and much more on this episode featuring Caroline Emery.
Category: Teaching-related Episodes
380: Jonathan Glawe on landing jobs, delegation, and the state of music education
I’ve followed along with the incredible career of Jonathan Glawe for many years. Jonathan has established himself as one of the rising stars in the music education world. He is the current Director of Orchestras for Pioneer High School in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and he is in demand across the country as a clinician. Glawe has played… Continue reading 380: Jonathan Glawe on landing jobs, delegation, and the state of music education
375: Jessica Valls on improvisation, emotion, and finding your voice
Jessica Valls has created a fascinating career as a double bass performer, educator, and free improvisor. She performs regularly with the Austin Symphony, San Antonio Symphony, and the vocal group Conspirare. She also plays chamber music, jazz gigs, and solo performances. Jessica teaches at Southwestern University, Austin Community College, and Huston-Tillotson University. She is also the founder and director of the Austin Bass Workshop. Jessica… Continue reading 375: Jessica Valls on improvisation, emotion, and finding your voice
371: when life throws you curveballs with Jennifer Bradbury
As a married guy with no children, the thought of even one kid makes me break into a cold sweat. For bassist and educator Jennifer Bradbury, it wasn’t just one kid coming her way. It was triplets… and they came into this world 25 weeks early. I can’t imagine what that experience must have been like. The story of… Continue reading 371: when life throws you curveballs with Jennifer Bradbury
364: Gaelen McCormick on Young Bassists and Mastering the Bow
Gaelen McCormick was heading up the Young Bassists Program for the 2017 International Society of Bassists Convention. Gaelen is a past guest on the podcast, and we were able to find a few minutes to chat about her role at the convention as well as her new book Mastering the Bow, Part 3: Studies for Bass. Check… Continue reading 364: Gaelen McCormick on Young Bassists and Mastering the Bow