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Marisa Youngs recorded July 11, 2019 at the Hyatt Regency downtown Miami, during the ITG conference. A bright young talent, Marisa has also started some fascinating research into the role of the tongue in brass playing. Her research shows some things that will make some waves in the way that we teach tonguing/articulation. www.marisayoungs.com

Andrea Tofanelli - recorded July 12, 2019 at the Hyatt Regency downtown Miami, during the ITG conference. Andrea has lately been touring with the Bill Chase Tribute project and he brought that horn section to ITG and lit up the concert hall with his unbelievable upper range energy. The other four trumpeters on the gig were stellar players and brought an incredible and electric performance to the conference. Andrea was just a short time away from giving up because of a faulty embouchure and you’ll hear how he was able to turn things around and become the player he is today. Find out more at his website www.andreatofanelli.it

Jason Bergman – recorded July 11, 2019 at the Hyatt Regency downtown Miami, during the ITG conference. Jason is currently on faculty at Brigham Young University after having been on the faculty of the esteemed UNT. Already an accomplished teacher and performer, Jason is also an extremely down to earth person with the kind of personality that breaks the stereotype of the egotistical trumpeter. Find out more about Jason at www.jasonbergman.com

Sergei Nakariakov, recorded July 10, 2019 at the Hyatt Regency downtown Miami during the ITG conference.

I felt like I was getting pretty good at interviewing, but I stepped all over myself in this one all because, well, its Sergei! You’ll be glad to know I edited out a bunch of my drivel. Sergei is so laid back, but at the same time very intense and serious regarding his music. He provides some great insight into how he chooses repertoire, his practice sessions, and his working relationship with the amazing pianist Maria Meerovitch. His performance of Ad Absurdum at ITG was off the charts. Sergei pushes the boundaries of what is possible and makes it look so easy. Find out more about him at www.nakariakov.info

Ingrid Jensen, recorded July 10, 2019 at the Hyatt Regency downtown Miami, during the ITG conference. One of the most progressive jazz trumpeters out there Ingrid talks about her Monette trumpet, her influences such as Thad Jones and Mel Lewis, and life in New York City.

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Darin Sorley – recorded at the University of Indianapolis May 13, 2019

Darin is a staple of the Indianapolis and Indiana music community as a 1st call horn player, and now a world-renown horn builder. He also leads the Indianapolis Brass Choir, which we forgot to talk about during this interview. Check out his horns at www.sorleyhorns.com

Blake Schlabach – recorded at the University of Indianapolis May 20, 2019

Blake may be the definition of Over-Achiever. He is the contract 2nd trombone of the Indianapolis Symphony, but he has been acting Principal during the search for the new 1st bone. And, he is the personnel manager for the ISO. He also teaches at UIndy and fills in for IU prof when they go on sabbatical. Great guy. Great player. Great interview.

Jason Dovel – recorded at the University of Kentucky June 17, 2019

Anyone that takes the trumpet job at UK understands the legacy that started with Vince DiMartino. Jason is not only continuing that legacy, but he’s adding to it with the addition of the baroque and natural trumpet. Jason is a great proponent of music education and you’ll hear his passion for teaching and playing during this interview. Find out more at his website www.jasondovel.com

Chase Hawkins – recorded at the University of Kentucky June 17, 2019

A Yamaha Performing Artist

Chase is by far the most conscientious musician I’ve ever met, and humble. Which makes an interview awkward sometimes! You’ll enjoy hearing him talk about some great NTC experiences. Check out his website at www.trumpetchase.com

Alan Siebert – a Yamaha Performing Artist, recorded at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music June 17, 2019

Alan received the Award of Merit at the 2018 ITG conference, rightly so. Alan has contributed to the trumpet world in so many ways over the years, building a fantastic studio at CCM.