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In This Interview:

Liesl Whitaker

Interview Date:

July 1, 2020

Guest Web Address:

https://lieslwhitaker.com

Highlights, Items of Interest, & Influences:

Liesl talks about her impending retirement, which actually happened the 1st of October, just before this release. She also talks about her time with the Army Blues, the Jazz Ambassadors, Diva, being a lead player, and managing life with kids.

My Links:

www.powellmusic.net

www.studiohfl.com

www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Email me at [email protected]

Episode Sponsors:

This episode of the studioHFL Podcast is brought to you by:

-www.MessinaCovers.net - makers of custom gig bags and cases for your instruments, mouthpieces, and even custom cases for non-music related items!

-www.EastmanWinds.com - The company taking the brass world by storm. Providing you with instrument choices from the beginner models up through professional models. Their beginner level trumpet design was heavily influenced by Doc Severinsen. This design helps even the youngest players achieve success early on.

-www.SEShires.com - Shires continues to create incredible works of art with every instrument from trombones and euphoniums to a complete line of trumpets, and soon they will debut their new French horn. Their complete line of brass instruments is highlighted by their Q Series and their stock and custom Pro horns.

-www.PickettBlackburn.com - Excellence in the world of mouthpieces and trumpets. Pickett mouthpieces have become the choice of many professionals, offering stock and custom options. Eastman/Shires now includes Pickett mouthpieces with their instruments. Blackburn trumpets provide you the opportunity to create the sounds and colors you desire. Let them design a trumpet for you. If Vince DiMartino is happy with these you may be, too!

If you like this podcast, subscribe now and you'll never miss an interview. And if you really like studioHFL, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (maybe even two). If you would like to support the podcast financially and become an integral part of the success of the show, please subscribe at www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Thank you for listening and I hope you come back for more interviews!

In This Interview:

Me! Larry Powell

Interview Date:

September 28, 2020

Highlights, Items of Interest, & Influences:

In a cool turn of the tide I was interviewed by Luis Carlos of Trumpet Player Portugal. It was fun being on the other side of the microphone for a bit and to get to tell a bit of my story.

My Links:

www.powellmusic.net

www.studiohfl.com

www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Email me at [email protected]

Episode Sponsors:

This episode of the studioHFL Podcast is brought to you by:

-www.MessinaCovers.net - makers of custom gig bags and cases for your instruments, mouthpieces, and even custom cases for non-music related items!

-www.EastmanWinds.com - The company taking the brass world by storm. Providing you with instrument choices from the beginner models up through professional models. Their beginner level trumpet design was heavily influenced by Doc Severinsen. This design helps even the youngest players achieve success early on.

-www.SEShires.com - Shires continues to create incredible works of art with every instrument from trombones and euphoniums to a complete line of trumpets, and soon they will debut their new French horn. Their complete line of brass instruments is highlighted by their Q Series and their stock and custom Pro horns.

-www.PickettBlackburn.com - Excellence in the world of mouthpieces and trumpets. Pickett mouthpieces have become the choice of many professionals, offering stock and custom options. Eastman/Shires now includes Pickett mouthpieces with their instruments. Blackburn trumpets provide you the opportunity to create the sounds and colors you desire. Let them design a trumpet for you. If Vince DiMartino is happy with these you may be, too!

If you like this podcast, subscribe now and you'll never miss an interview. And if you really like studioHFL, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (maybe even two). If you would like to support the podcast financially and become an integral part of the success of the show, please subscribe at www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Thank you for listening and I hope you come back for more interviews!

In This Interview:

Robert Rother

Interview Date:

May 25, 2020

Guest Web Address:

https://mnozilbrass.at/en/

Highlights, Items of Interest, & Influences:

Robert talks about how he is managing during the pandemic, his time with Mnozil, who some of his favorite artists are, and his absolute favorite pastime, which is tennis!

You’ll get a great idea of who he is beyond his persona within Mnozil.

My Links:

www.powellmusic.net

www.studiohfl.com

www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Email me at [email protected]

Episode Sponsors:

This episode of the studioHFL Podcast is brought to you by:

-www.MessinaCovers.net - makers of custom gig bags and cases for your instruments, mouthpieces, and even custom cases for non-music related items!

-www.EastmanWinds.com - The company taking the brass world by storm. Providing you with instrument choices from the beginner models up through professional models. Their beginner level trumpet design was heavily influenced by Doc Severinsen. This design helps even the youngest players achieve success early on.

-www.SEShires.com - Shires continues to create incredible works of art with every instrument from trombones and euphoniums to a complete line of trumpets, and soon they will debut their new French horn. Their complete line of brass instruments is highlighted by their Q Series and their stock and custom Pro horns.

-www.PickettBlackburn.com - Excellence in the world of mouthpieces and trumpets. Pickett mouthpieces have become the choice of many professionals, offering stock and custom options. Eastman/Shires now includes Pickett mouthpieces with their instruments. Blackburn trumpets provide you the opportunity to create the sounds and colors you desire. Let them design a trumpet for you. If Vince DiMartino is happy with these you may be, too!

If you like this podcast, subscribe now and you'll never miss an interview. And if you really like studioHFL, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (maybe even two). If you would like to support the podcast financially and become an integral part of the success of the show, please subscribe at www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Thank you for listening and I hope you come back for more interviews!

In This Interview:

Trent Austin

Interview Date:

June 16, 2020

Guest Web Address:

www.austincustombrass.biz

Highlights, Items of Interest, & Influences:

Trent talks about moving his business from the Boston area to Kansas City and the transition to a bit slower lifestyle. He also talks about moving to 100% online during the COVID pandemic. He also talks about the quality of BBQ in the midwest and the cultural life available in and around Kansas City.

Trent does not lack on energy and intensity! You’ll be sure to enjoy this interview because he just keeps it going the whole time!

Guest links to books, recordings, etc.

My Links:

www.powellmusic.net

www.studiohfl.com

www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Email me at [email protected]

Episode Sponsors:

This episode of the studioHFL Podcast is brought to you by:

-www.MessinaCovers.net - makers of custom gig bags and cases for your instruments, mouthpieces, and even custom cases for non-music related items!

-www.EastmanWinds.com - The company taking the brass world by storm. Providing you with instrument choices from the beginner models up through professional models. Their beginner level trumpet design was heavily influenced by Doc Severinsen. This design helps even the youngest players achieve success early on.

-www.SEShires.com - Shires continues to create incredible works of art with every instrument from trombones and euphoniums to a complete line of trumpets, and soon they will debut their new French horn. Their complete line of brass instruments is highlighted by their Q Series and their stock and custom Pro horns.

-www.PickettBlackburn.com - Excellence in the world of mouthpieces and trumpets. Pickett mouthpieces have become the choice of many professionals, offering stock and custom options. Eastman/Shires now includes Pickett mouthpieces with their instruments. Blackburn trumpets provide you the opportunity to create the sounds and colors you desire. Let them design a trumpet for you. If Vince DiMartino is happy with these you may be, too!

If you like this podcast, subscribe now and you'll never miss an interview. And if you really like studioHFL, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (maybe even two). If you would like to support the podcast financially and become an integral part of the success of the show, please subscribe at www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Thank you for listening and I hope you come back for more interviews!

In This Interview:

The S.E. Shires Trombone Team

Samantha Lane

Alexis Smith

James Monaghan

Interview Date:

September 18, 2020

Guest Web Address:

www.seshires.com

Highlights, Items of Interest, & Influences:

In this interview I talk to the brains behind the amazingly successful team that is responsible for the design, marketing, production, and more with the S.E. Shires Company from Boston, MA.

Guest links to books, recordings, etc.

My Links:

www.powellmusic.net

www.studiohfl.com

www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Email me at [email protected]

Episode Sponsors:

This episode of the studioHFL Podcast is brought to you by:

-www.MessinaCovers.net - makers of custom gig bags and cases for your instruments, mouthpieces, and even custom cases for non-music related items!

-www.EastmanWinds.com - The company taking the brass world by storm. Providing you with instrument choices from the beginner models up through professional models. Their beginner level trumpet design was heavily influenced by Doc Severinsen. This design helps even the youngest players achieve success early on.

-www.SEShires.com - now owned by Eastman Shires continues to create incredible works of art in every instrument. Their complete line of brass instruments is highlighted by their Q Series and their stock and custom Pro horns.

-www.PickettBlackburn.com - Excellence in the world of mouthpieces and trumpets. Pickett mouthpieces have become the choice of many professionals, offering stock and custom options. Eastman/Shires now includes Pickett mouthpieces with their instruments. Blackburn trumpets provide you the opportunity to create the sounds and colors you desire. Let them design a trumpet for you. If Vince DiMartino is happy with these you may be, too!

If you like this podcast, subscribe now and you'll never miss an interview. And if you really like studioHFL, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (maybe even two). If you would like to support the podcast financially and become an integral part of the success of the show, please subscribe at www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Thank you for listening and I hope you come back for more interviews!

In This Interview:

Caleb Hudson

Interview Date:

May 13, 2020

Guest Web Address:

www.hudsontrumpet.com

www.canadianbrass.com

www.music.unt.edu

Highlights, Items of Interest, & Influences:

-Member of Canadian Brass

-University of North Texas

-Sergei Nakariakov

-Richard Byrd

-Vince DiMartino

-Interlochen

-Ray Mase

-Mark Gould

Guest links to books, recordings, etc.

www.canadianbrass.com

My Links:

www.powellmusic.net

www.studiohfl.com

www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Email me at [email protected]

Episode Sponsors:

This episode of the studioHFL Podcast is brought to you by:

-www.MessinaCovers.net - makers of custom gig bags and cases for your instruments, mouthpieces, and even custom cases for non-music related items!

-www.EastmanWinds.com - The company taking the brass world by storm. Providing you with instrument choices from the beginner models up through professional models. Their beginner level trumpet design was heavily influenced by Doc Severinsen. This design helps even the youngest players achieve success early on.

In This Interview:

Ricky Riccardi

Interview Date:

June 29, 2020

Guest Web Address:

www.louisarmstronghouse.org

Highlights & Items of Interest:

-He’s a reformed pianist

-Louis Armstrong House

-Byron Stripling

-Bria Skonberg

Guest links to books, recordings, etc.

What A Wonderful World: The Magic of Louis Armstrong’s Later Years (2011)

Heart Full of Rhythm: The Big Band Years of Louis Armstrong (2020)

My Links:

www.powellmusic.net

www.studiohfl.com

www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Email me at [email protected]

Episode Sponsors:

This episode of the studioHFL Podcast is brought to you by:

-www.MessinaCovers.net - makers of custom gig bags and cases for your instruments, mouthpieces, and even custom cases for non-music related items!

-www.EastmanWinds.com - The company taking the brass world by storm. Providing you with instrument choices from the beginner models up through professional models. Their beginner level trumpet design was heavily influenced by Doc Severinsen. This design helps even the youngest players achieve success early on.

-www.SEShires.com - now owned by Eastman Shires continues to create incredible works of art in every instrument. Their complete line of brass instruments is highlighted by their Q Series and their stock and custom Pro horns.

-www.PickettBlackburn.com - Excellence in the world of mouthpieces and trumpets. Pickett mouthpieces have become the choice of many professionals, offering stock and custom options. Eastman/Shires now includes Pickett mouthpieces with their instruments. Blackburn trumpets provide you the opportunity to create the sounds and colors you desire. Let them design a trumpet for you. If Vince DiMartino is happy with these you may be, too!

If you like this podcast, subscribe now and you'll never miss an interview. And if you really like studioHFL, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (maybe even two). If you would like to support the podcast financially and become an integral part of the success of the show, please subscribe at www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Thank you for listening and I hope you come back for more interviews!

In This Interview:

Guest Name: Allen Vizzutti

Allen is one of the true icons of the trumpet world. An amazing player, composer, and an overall really great guy! From this May 14, 2020 interview you'll hear Allen discuss some of his time at Eastman, how he approaches composition, and some great pedagogical insights.

Guest web address: www.vizzutti.com

Guest teacher/colleague/schools mentions

Vince DiMartino, Eastman School of Music, University of Washington

My Links:

www.powellmusic.net

www.studiohfl.com

www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Email me at [email protected]

Episode Sponsors:

This episode of the studioHFL Podcast is brought to you by:

-www.MessinaCovers.net - makers of custom gig bags and cases for your instruments, mouthpieces, and even custom cases for non-music related items!

-www.EastmanWinds.com - The company taking the brass world by storm. Providing you with instrument choices from the beginner models up through professional models. Their beginner level trumpet design was heavily influenced by Doc Severinsen. This design helps even the youngest players achieve success early on.

-www.SEShires.com - now owned by Eastman Shires continues to create incredible works of art in every instrument. Their complete line of brass instruments is highlighted by their Q Series and their stock and custom Pro horns.

-www.PickettBlackburn.com - Excellence in the world of mouthpieces and trumpets. Pickett mouthpieces have become the choice of many professionals, offering stock and custom options. Eastman/Shires now includes Pickett mouthpieces with their instruments. Blackburn trumpets provide you the opportunity to create the sounds and colors you desire. Let them design a trumpet for you. If Vince DiMartino is happy with these you may be, too!

If you like this podcast, subscribe now and you'll never miss an interview. And if you really like studioHFL, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (maybe even two). If you would like to support the podcast financially and become an integral part of the success of the show, please subscribe at www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Thank you for listening and I hope you come back for more interviews!

In This Interview:

Guest Name: George Carpten IV

George is a bright young star in the trumpet world. A talented musician and educator, you'll hear him tell about his path as a student at the University of Tennessee/Knoxville, to now teaching at Northern Kentucky University.

Guest teacher/colleague/schools mentions

Cathy Leach, Livingston Fitzgerald, Scott Belck, Alan Siebert, University of Tennessee/Knoxville, University of Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky University

Guest links to books, recordings, etc.

My Links:

www.powellmusic.net

www.studiohfl.com

www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Email me at [email protected]

Episode Sponsors:

This episode of the studioHFL Podcast is brought to you by:

-www.MessinaCovers.net - makers of custom gig bags and cases for your instruments, mouthpieces, and even custom cases for non-music related items!

-www.EastmanWinds.com - The company taking the brass world by storm. Providing you with instrument choices from the beginner models up through professional models. Their beginner level trumpet design was heavily influenced by Doc Severinsen. This design helps even the youngest players achieve success early on.

-www.SEShires.com - now owned by Eastman Shires continues to create incredible works of art in every instrument. Their complete line of brass instruments is highlighted by their Q Series and their stock and custom Pro horns.

-www.PickettBlackburn.com - Excellence in the world of mouthpieces and trumpets. Pickett mouthpieces have become the choice of many professionals, offering stock and custom options. Eastman/Shires now includes Pickett mouthpieces with their instruments. Blackburn trumpets provide you the opportunity to create the sounds and colors you desire. Let them design a trumpet for you. If Vince DiMartino is happy with these you may be, too!

If you like this podcast, subscribe now and you'll never miss an interview. And if you really like studioHFL, I'd appreciate you telling a friend (maybe even two). If you would like to support the podcast financially and become an integral part of the success of the show, please subscribe at www.patreon.com/studiohfl

Thank you for listening and I hope you come back for more interviews!

Greg Wing shares stories about his time working with great artists like Buddy Rich, Tony Bennett, Natalie Cole, Frank Sinatra, Tom Jones, & Wayne Newton. He shares his journey from Morehead State to IU to Vegas and back to Morehead. You'll understand that as much as he loves playing, teaching is where it's at for him. Enjoy this interview from May 11, 2020