Toccata for Band: Another Look
Erickson proved an axiom that bears mention for all composers: Great music doesn’t have to be hard; Great music needs to be great.
Erickson proved an axiom that bears mention for all composers: Great music doesn’t have to be hard; Great music needs to be great.
A culture for listening: It’s never too early and never too late to start growing this essential musicianship skill in your band!
Conducting is but one aspect of successful teaching in instrumental music, and similar to discussion on rehearsal techniques or studio pedagogy, will only improve through sustained conversation and self-analysis of one’s own work.
Click here to check out Episode 18 of the Two Minute Clinic! Episode 18 focuses on Lyric/Expressive works for young band, with some rehearsal and repertoire suggestions for directors. I am excited to announce my first lyric work for band, “As Moonlight Falls” will be released by Wingert-Jones in Summer 2021.
To my friends and colleagues in instrumental music, this is the fourth in a series of free chamber music pieces that I am making available. Each year my family vacations at the beach. It is a peaceful time to recharge, refresh, laugh, and share precious time together. I am constantly amazed by the life of the ocean and the stunning […]