Bandworld Magazine

by Brian Balmages Disc: James Barnes and Franco Cesarini Recording:Tokyo Geidai Wind Orchestra Conductor: Masaharu Yamamoto Publisher: Brain Music BOCD - 7618 Purchase This is an exceptional recording of three masterful works by two...

Introduction Saxophonists who have a rigorous practice schedule sometimes complain of a sore or sensitive lower lip. As a result, they may have to reduce their practice time or stop practicing altogether to allow the lip time to heal. If performers choose to practice with a sore lip due to an impending performance,...

by Brian Balmages Disc: The Music of Brian Balmages Volume 1 Recording: Sunderman Conservatory Wind Symphony Conductor: Russell McCutcheon Soloist: Steven Marx, Trumpet Publisher: MARK Masters 54617-MCD Purchase Brian Balmages is...

by David Jones Disc: Joyride Recording: New England Conservatory Symphonic Winds Conductor: William Drury Publisher: MARK Masters 55759 - MCD Purchase There are very few wind orchestras that can approach...

Introduction Developing a great tone is an important component in learning to play the saxophone. In addition to a properly formed embouchure, proper breathing technique and optimal tongue position, playing with an open, flexible throat and the ability to play overtones are skills that are essential in producing an excellent saxophone sound. By becoming...

by Anthony O’Toole Discs: Firsts Recording: University of Texas at El Paso Wind Symphony Conducting tor: Bradley J Genevro Ensemble: Barry Hearn, Rich Harris, Pete Madsen, Steve Wilson: Trombones Publisher: MARK Masters 55871- MCD Purchase

Alex Lithgow/ T.M. Taylor Disc: Across the Pond Recording: Various Bands of the United States Military Publisher :Altissimo Recordings Alto 4012 (2CDs) Purchase The marches in this collection are taken from the legendary...

Introduction Developing proper breathing technique is one of the most important aspects in learning to play any wind instrument. By becoming aware of proper breathing techniques and incorporating these techniques into everyday practice, saxophonists should be able to greatly improve all aspects of their playing. Even though proper breath...

Candide, the comic operetta based on Voltaire’s work, unfortunately, had a short life on Broadway in 1956.  However, its lively overture had its premiere by the New York Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of the composer in 1957 and has since become a favorite in the concert repertoire of both orchestras and bands.  “The work is rhythmic,...

Musical Definitions Accidental - a wrong noteAttaca – fire at will!Augmented Fifth – a 36 oz. bottleConductor – a musician adept at following many people at the same timeCountertenor – a singing waiterCrescendo - reminder you’ve been playing too loudlyExpressivo - close eyes & play with wide vibratoTempo - where the headache beginsTransposition...