THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF SCALES AND PATTERNS
In Part 1 of this series, we introduced a three-legged stool approach to your jazz studies. The three legs were ear-training, scale/pattern practice, and learning…
Tag: Pedagogy
EDITOR’S DESK
Reconsidering the Tuning Note We bohemian tubaeuphers are not exempt from the rituals of classical music. We have all sat through the ubiquitous tuning note…
The Last Straw! A Simple Tool for Better Embouchure (with appreciation to Dr. Luis Maldonado)
During the summers of 1983 and 1984 it was my privilege to have the late Luis Maldonado in my euphonium studio at what was then…
DR. TUBAEUPH
 (Kevin Wass, Associate Editor) Dear Dr. TubaEuph: How do I know if the repertoire I’m playing is any good? I was criticized recently in a…
TRUE JAZZ CONFESSIONS: A Chat with Dr. Kent Eshelman
This is the first in a series of articles that will introduce you to some current artists that play jazz on the tuba and euphonium.…
A Performer’s Take on Improving Ergonomics of Euphonium Performance
I’ve been asked many times about the playing support I am always using in my performances. There are several reasons for using a playing support.…
MOVING ON: Career Spotlight on University of Texas-Austin’s Steven Bryant
In April 2013 I received an invitation from Kate and Shannon (Steve Bryant’s daughters) announcing his retirement and birthday party in May. I wouldn’t…
ITEA 2015 ELECTIONS FOR PRESIDENT-ELECT/VICE-PRESIDENT: Kelly Thomas & Kevin Wass
Dr. Kelly Thomas: Biography Dr. Thomas was appointed tuba/euphonium instructor at the University of Tennessee in 2014. Prior to his appointment at UT, Dr. Thomas…
DR. TUBAEUPH
Dear Dr. TubaEuph, How much playing is too much? I have not been able to enjoy playing lately because I’m always exhausted. I have concert…
EXPERTS’ EXCERPTS FOR EUPHONIUM: Aegean Festival Overture
The euphonium excerpt from Andreas Makris’ Aegean Festival Overture, specifically measures 149-167, is frequently found on a military band’s audition list. It is an…
