In episode 9, I go and visit the studio of saxophonist, composer, and arranger David Lovrien where we discuss his playing with the Dallas Winds, arranging music, and the job of running a publishing company from his home among many other topics.

https://lovebirdmusic.com/

In this episode, I sit down with Steve and Cinde Pettey, the long-time Oboe section of the Dallas Winds and we discuss their history with the group, the role of the Oboe in the band, and good writing for the Oboe in wind band music.

This is the second part of a two-part conversation I had with Bass and Contra Clarinetist Jason Alder. We discuss the Contra Clarinet's highest range and the different manufacturers of the instrument.

Jason on the Web

http://www.jasonalder.com/

https://www.facebook.com/jasonaldermusic/

Link to the new Patreon for the podcast

patreon.com/bandnerdcast

Link to the Bass Clarinet Concerto project I mentioned at the beginning of the show.

https://www.gofundme.com/withdraw/bass-clarinet-concerto-commission/

This is the first part of a two-part conversation I had with Bass and Contra Clarinetist Jason Alder. We discuss the various Contra Clarinets and their uses.

Jason on the Web

http://www.jasonalder.com/

https://www.facebook.com/jasonaldermusic/

Link to the new Patreon for the podcast

patreon.com/bandnerdcast

Link to the Bass Clarinet Concerto project I mentioned at the beginning of the show.

https://www.gofundme.com/withdraw/bass-clarinet-concerto-commission/

In Episode 5, I sit down with instrument repair tech Tony Barrette owner of TB Winds in Downtown Denton, TX to talk about basic instrument repair, the business of repairing instruments, and his thoughts on things. Find out more about Tony at tbwinds.com or facebook.com/tbwinds