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Mastery is within reach. Will you go for it? My name is James Newcomb, and allow me to share with you my vision for this website and podcast. Brass Mastery is here to provide you the knowledge, tools and inspiration to achieve greatness on your brass instrument. What is mastery anyway? We all have various talent levels, backgrounds, aspirations as brass instrumentalists. So it's hard to say what "mastery" really looks like. It varies from person to person, doesn't it? One way to think of it ...
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A Sacred Calling: Trumpet Vinnie's Spiritual and Musical Journey
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In this episode, Vinnie Cieselski shares poignant stories of adversity and spirituality, detailing his journey as a trumpeter. He recounts his formative years, financial struggles, and his eventual rise to performing on 'The Tonight Show'. Vinny also discusses his spiritual path, the role faith plays in his life, and his deep conviction in his call…
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There are Good Days, and Then There Are Great Days
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Brass Mastery is a listener-supported publication. To receive new posts and support this important work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. In this episode, Vinnie Cieselski shares his personal journey and insights on achieving mastery and maintaining a positive mindset both in music and life. He recounts lessons learned from his teacher …
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The Evolution and Intersection of Classical and Popular Music
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“Trumpet Vinnie”, see his website, explores how classical music, once popular in its own era, parallels today’s popular music. The conversation covers the relevance of composers like Mozart, Wagner, and Mahler to their contemporary societies and predicts future recognition of artists such as John Williams and The Beatles as classical music icons. T…
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Vinnie Cieselski's Early Musical Influences
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Vinnie Cieselski shares the beginning of his journey to Brass Mastery. Starting from early beginnings in a South Florida drum and bugle corps, Vinnie recounts his experiences from being introduced to the trumpet at age nine to receiving early lessons from Al Carroll, whose optimistic and practical teaching methods laid a strong foundation. The disc…
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How Do You Pronounce "Cieselski"?
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This is part 1 of my interview with the great Vinnie Cieselski, a top player in the Nashville recording scene. Become a premium subscriber to listen to the nearly 2 hour interview in its entirety! In this excerpt, Vinnie discusses his experiences as a musician, from humorous encounters with his name's pronunciation to his journey in the music indus…
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Botti Will Never Play Anything But a Martin Committee Deluxe Large Bore Trumpet
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This is Part 4 of our series with the great Chris Botti. In this excerpt, Chris reminisces about collaborating with acclaimed arranger Jeremy Lubbock, his dedication to maintaining his trumpet skills, and the challenges faced by older trumpet players. The discussion also covers the nuances of trumpet sound projection, the rarity of certain vintage …
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In this episode, Botti delves into the intricacies of making jazz records authentically and contrasts it with live performances. He discusses his decision to avoid becoming “just another jazz musician” by learning from artists like Leroy Hargrove and the incomparable talent of Wynton Marsalis. Insights are shared on the significance of studio engin…
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"That's When the Record Industry Changed" (Botti pt. 2)
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Chris Botti offers his thoughts on the transformation of the music industry, focusing on the impact of streaming and the transition from traditional record labels to independent success. The conversation delves into the rise of podcasts as a new media frontier, highlighting increased democratization and shifting audience consumption habits. With ex…
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In this episode, the great Chris Botti discusses his journey through the music industry. He reflects on how the industry has shifted from needing record company approval to a more direct relationship with fans and promoters. The conversation covers his early days at Columbia Records, the importance of the trumpet in his image, and his transition to…
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When Playing Becomes Teaching
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In this final episode in the series featuring the great Vince DiMartino, Vince shares his insights from his musical journey, his inspirations, and the importance of passionate practice. He reflects on the impact of mentors and the unique atmosphere of his high school music program, the evolving role of technology in music education, and his persona…
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Founding Origins of the Great American Brass Band Festival
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Continuing our series with Vince DiMartino, Vince discusses the transition and challenges of playing classical music from other genres, highlighting the importance of using the right methods, such as solfège. The conversation also delves into Vince’s days as a student at the Eastman School of Music, playing with iconic figures like Clark Terry, whi…
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What Keeps Vince DiMartino Motivated to Play At a High Level?
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**Mastery Is Within Reach. Will You Go For It? Follow Brass Mastery and stay updated via email every time a new episode is released at https://brassmastery.com In this episode, we explore the journey of mastering the trumpet with the great Vince DiMartino. Vince discusses the motivation behind continuous growth and helping others improve faster, em…
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**Mastery Is Within Reach! Follow Brass Mastery and stay updated via email every time a new episode is released at https://brassmastery.com Jeroen discusses his experiences and preferences between performing as a soloist and playing in an orchestra. He highlights the greater artistic freedom and personal satisfaction he finds in solo performance co…
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**Mastery Is Within Reach! Follow Brass Mastery and stay updated via email every time a new episode is released at https://brassmastery.com Our series with Jeroen Berwaerts continues. Today we’re talking about risks, and why taking risks is essential if we’re to master our instrument. The important thing is that you form a connection with the audie…
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**Mastery Is Within Reach! Follow Brass Mastery and stay updated via email every time a new episode is released at https://brassmastery.com We continue with our series of excerpts from an interview I did with the great Jeroen Berwaerts in 2020. You might hear some references to the issues of the day, i.e. Covid, but the heart and soul of this clip …
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**Mastery Is Within Reach! Follow Brass Mastery and stay updated via email every time a new episode is released at https://brassmastery.com Today we begin a series of excerpts from an interview I did with the great Jeroen Berwaerts back in 2020. As you may recall, the world looked quite different then, so we touched briefly on how he survived the p…
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**Mastery Is Within Reach! Follow Brass Mastery and stay updated via email every time a new episode is released at https://brassmastery.com In this third and final installment of my interview with Chris Coletti, Chris shares his thoughts on entrepreneurship, particularly as it pertains to musicians. Drawing from his own experiences and insights, we…
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**Mastery Is Within Reach! Follow Brass Mastery and stay updated via email every time a new episode is released at https://brassmastery.com We continue our conversation (recorded in 2021) with Chris Coletti, longtime member of Canadian Brass, and now professor at Ithaca College. In this segment, Christ shares the challenges and rewards of balancing…
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**Mastery Is Within Reach! Follow Brass Mastery and stay updated via email every time a new episode is released at https://brassmastery.com Today we hear from Chris Coletti, longtime member of the Canadian Brass. This interview was recorded way back in 2019, just a few weeks after Chris left his full-time post with Canadian. In this excerpt, Chris …
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"No Compromise": Sergei's Practice Mindset and Modalities
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In this final episode of our series featuring legendary trumpet player Sergei Nakariakov, Sergei discusses his unique practice routines, including the nine minutes on, six minutes off method developed by his father. Reflecting on his journey over the last 25 years, Sergei shares how his approach to practice has evolved, the importance of efficient …
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Adrenaline-Fueled Art: How Sergei Nakariakov Turns the "Wow" Factor Into Meaningful Experiences for His Audiences
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In today’s episode, Sergei discusses his approach to performing technically challenging pieces. Emphasized is the challenge of evoking an emotional response from the audience rather than impressing them with mere technical skill alone. Sergei shares personal experiences of abandoning certain arrangements that compromise musical integrity, specifica…
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Sergei Nakariakov's Development Into a Virtuoso Trumpeter
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Sergei tells us his first notes on the trumpet were “terrible”. But with practice, he got better. Seems like we’ve heard that before. He quickly developed into a virtuoso trumpeter with dedicated practice, and lots of perseverance! Follow Brass Mastery and stay updated via email every time a new episode is released at https://brassmastery.com This …
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Today we hear from the great Sergei Nakariakov. We will hear about his early interest in playing the trumpet, which was ignited by recordings of Timofey Dokshitzer that his sister brought from Moscow. Sergei reminisces about how these recordings, especially a Bach prelude, profoundly moved him and set him on the path to becoming a classical trumpet…
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