CT Trumpet Lessons, Performing Artist, Badollet Ensemble

This is a fantastic top ten lists for all students of music! "Suggestions on being an effective student of music" by David Zerkel. Here are my notes from a chat to the brass students at UGA on Day 1. A top ten list of sorts... I hope they listened! 1. Take your classes seriously. Theory, Ear-training and Music History provide you with the tools to understand the language of music and your mastery of these subjects WILL help you play your instrument better. If you have had a math course beyond algebra, music theory should present no problems, as it is structured in a very systematic way. Ear-training will help you learn what you need to hear, whether you are playing your instrument or standing in front of a band. Music History will equip you with the tools to approach your interpretations from informed perspective and will give you the insight needed to play with style. 2. Listen to as much music as you can! Naxos online music library is a great resource, as is our inc