In this week’s episode of Awkward Afternoon’s, Josh and Robert talked about interpretation. Check out the full video for more!
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Awkward Afternoons with Robert and Josh: Planes of Existence, Interpretations and Right & Wrong…
In this episode, Josh and Robert dig into the diverse universe of musical interpretation and how to avoid viewing opinions as right or wrong. Also discussed, learning to engage with the phrase, "For me."
PS - What are your thoughts on Aaron Copeland's Appalachian Spring?
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Music is Life Changing
The new school year means that many young people will be opening an instrument case for the first time in their life, which means their life will never be the same again. Put a musical instrument in the hands of a young person and their life changes forever, and for the better.
-Vaughan Fleischfresser
We’ve seen this quote floating around the internet and wanted to continue uplifting this amazing message. Perfect for the new school year and all of our beginning musicians.
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Back to School!
A bouquet of fresh drumsticks along with pencils and pens, that new music book smell—a few of our back to school favorites.
What are your favorite new school year supplies? Bonus points if they’re music related!
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Obtaining an Instrument!
Obtaining an instrument for your beginning band or orchestra student!
1) A relative, neighbor, or friend! Have a repair shop look over the instrument to ensure it’s in playing condition and that you have the proper accessories!
2) Purchasing an instrument. If you talk to the student’s teacher and do your research, this is a viable option—the pitfall is if the student changes their mind and wants to play a different instrument, you’re stuck with what you bought. Remember, a poor quality instrument is a poor reason for a student to quit orchestra or band.
4) Renting an instrument from a local music shop. This option offers the most flexibility, with the lowest cost to get started.
However you obtain an instrument for your student, we’re here to help! If you have questions about a potential instrument, talk to us or your student’s orchestra or band director.
Happy music making!
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