Category Archives: The Breathing Gym

Essential Concepts in Brass Playing 4: Airflow Is a Means, Not the End

Posted on July 5, 2019 by Micah Everett

Last week I began the third installment in this series with the following sentence: “Generous, efficient airflow is vital to playing any brass instrument, but it is important that players understand just what the role of the air is, and … Continue reading →

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Essential Concepts in Brass Playing 3: Vibration Creates Tone

Posted on June 28, 2019 by Micah Everett

Generous, efficient airflow is vital to playing any brass instrument, but it is important that players understand just what the role of the air is, and what it is not. When working with new students one of my first questions … Continue reading →

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