Monthly Archives: December 2013

“Seven Positions” tm Presents Fred Sturm: Matrix Bass Trombonist, Educator and Arranger

Posted on December 31, 2013 by David Brubeck

For the uninitiated, the concept of a nine piece fusion band which features two trombonists (both tenor and bass), must seem like a dream. Matrix was (and is), a dream come true. From Wisconsin, they traveled the world with original … Continue reading →

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Tuba Virtuoso Deanna Swoboda Launches “The Fourth Valve” tm, Tuba and Euphonium Interview Series on davidbrubeck.com

Posted on December 31, 2013 by David Brubeck

Deanna Swoboda first came to national prominence as tubist with the Dallas Brass. Her rock solid time and sensitive phrasing seemed effortless as she anchored the world-famous brass. Swoboda subsequently served on the music faculty of Western Michigan University and … Continue reading →

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“The Jazz Bass Trombone” tm Features ‘Don’t Get Around Much Anymore’ Arranged by Tom Kubis for Demetri Pagalidus

Posted on December 30, 2013 by David Brubeck

Don’t Get Around Much Anymore Prelude by David William Brubeck Duke Ellington may have been the first African American Genius of Jazz to be widely recognized. As noted by Giddins, Louis Armstrong did not fit the mold of previous geniuses. … Continue reading →

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Introductory Stereogram Letter ‘A’-Free Music for ‘Cello, Euphonium, Baritone, Bass, Tuba, Tenor Trombone with ‘f’-attachment or Bass Trombone

Posted on December 16, 2013 by David Brubeck

Gordon Cherry has done it! Cherry Classics has published Rhythmic Etudes for Bass Clef Instruments (Introductory Stereograms Letters A-M) a veritable rhythmic Rosetta-Stone to the more advanced, original Stereograms, Nos 1-30, which are published by the International Trombone Association Press. … Continue reading →

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Inside S.E. Shires Company-“The Craftsmen’s Bench” Catches Up With Famous Instrument Maker Steven Shires

Posted on December 14, 2013 by David Brubeck

Any serious discussion of the great trombone makers includes Steven Shires. His horns have been highly prized since his work as a key figure in the early success of Edwards through to the current models of The S. E. Shires … Continue reading →

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World Premiere, Liza Seigido’s Ascensions Mariae (The Ascension of Mary) for Live Processed Bass Trombone and Video Overlay

Posted on December 12, 2013 by David Brubeck

Music in Miami’s Winter Solstice Concert (Trinity Cathedral, Miami-Sunday 15 December 2013 at 6:00 pm), is slated to host the world premiere of Ascensionis Mariae (The Ascension of Mary), a two-movement sacred work for live processed bass trombone and video … Continue reading →

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Cherry Classics Publishes Introductory Stereograms A-M

Posted on December 12, 2013 by David Brubeck

Cherry Classic has published “Rhythmic Etudes for Bass Clef Instruments” “Introductory Stereograms A-M” The thirteen new etudes which comprise this volume have been edited to be performed on ANY BASS CLEF INSTRUMENT. Each etude begins with a simple theme, which … Continue reading →

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More Free Holiday Music! Stereogram No. 40 Makes Four, Free Holiday Stereograms, for ‘Cello, Bassoon, Euphonium, Tenor Trombone with ‘f’-attachment, and Bass Trombone

Posted on December 4, 2013 by David Brubeck

I love to use melodies as part of my warm-ups, and at this time of year Christmas melodies are irresistible! This was an improvisation that I transcribed, and polished a bit. See if you can figure out the beginning tune. … Continue reading →

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The Brubeck-Neal Duo and Music in Miami; Arts at St. John’s Hosts The MDC Kendall Brass Quintet and FYO’s Top Brass

Posted on December 3, 2013 by David Brubeck
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“Silent Night”, Stereogram No. 38-Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! from davidbrubeck.com

Posted on December 3, 2013 by David Brubeck

Stereograms are published by the International Trombone Association Press and are available from Hickey’s Music and other fine retailers: http://www.hickeys.com/products/092/sku92661.htm http://www.hickeys.com/products/050/sku50091.htm c. 2013 David William Brubeck All Rights Reserved. davidbrubeck.com free bassoon music, free baritone music, free trombone music, free … Continue reading →

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“We Three Kings”, Stereogram No. 32-Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays! from davidbrubeck.com; a Reprint from the Journals of the International Double Reed Society and the International Trombone Association

Posted on December 2, 2013 by David Brubeck

Stereograms are published by the International Trombone Association Press and are available from Hickey’s Music and other fine retailers: http://www.hickeys.com/products/092/sku92661.htm http://www.hickeys.com/products/050/sku50091.htm c. 2013 David William Brubeck All Rights Reserved. davidbrubeck.com free bassoon music, free baritone music, free trombone music, free … Continue reading →

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