Just for beginners!!!

So, I found a few items on the online trombone journal that will hopefully be useful in my practice time. These items are found under the "just for beginners" section. While I am by no means a beginner, I am rusty, and must re-learn to craw and walk before I run anywhere! One of these items included a motivational sheet which suggests playing in front of friends. With so many of you living so far away, I am thinking that I may try to record a piece or two for your listening pleasure. According to the information I have gathered, the Yamaha Silent Brass system will allow me to record what I play not only for my benefit, but for your enjoyment as well, all in MP3 format. So, here's hoping that I can acquire that technology soon.

I have contacted the principal trombonist from the Washington DC National Guard band. I am hoping that he will be a resource for me as well as the Chief. I can't help but think that a mentor in my instrument would be a great benefit, so I'm trying to contact anyone I can and maybe I'll find someone. Also, I hope to soon find a private instructor. Even a half hour or so a week would be a great benefit.

I'm practicing more frequently now, and greatly enjoying my time with the horn. That's all the news for now. As always, thanks for reading and comment as you like!

Finally!!!

I have finally opened my blog to the public, having announced it on facebook. I hope all my new readers will enjoy what I have here and will come back often. If this is your first time to the blog, leave me a note so I know you're here. Again, welcome!

Not much new to report. I met with the Chief and discussed musical options. I will go over these options in a future post and will place a poll to help me with my decision process. Every one's input will be greatly welcomed!

I have played every day this week and am finding it favorable, and very enjoyable. Even at work now, people are beginning to refer to me as "Dwight the trombone player"... I guess I've let it dominate my break table discussions lately. Zach asked me yesterday if I have had an audition yet and how my practicing was going. I'll tell you, to have people outside of my family see me as an aspiring musician, well, it makes me feel real happy.

Future posts are coming as I have more time. Until then, I'm off to work. Don't forget to leave a comment or two to let me know you're here, and again, thanks for stopping by!