Sometimes, it's really this simple: Rest is just as important as practice. In this episode of Awkward Afternoons Robert and Josh talk about rest and why it matters within your music practice routine. Check it out! #iplayhere
Marching Band Takeaway!
Missed this week’s Awkward Afternoon video? Here’s the takeaway: Marching Band is a great experience! We understand there might be apprehension hitting the field for the first time, but you’ll find the apprehension quickly fades. You’re thrown into a tight family, working toward a goal together. Plus, you build a group of friends before you even start school!
Here’s the Marching Band Must-Haves:
An instrument in good playing condition
Sun Block
Hat
Good Sneakers
Water Bottle
8 to 5 Practice (If you know, you know---if you don’t know, you’ll soon learn!)
Music Memorization
Last Takeaway - Josh is a special human, and oh, so awkward. :D
Awkward Afternoon with Robert and Josh: Marching Band, The Multiverse Snow Band, and One to Five
Check out the latest Awkward Afternoon video where Josh and Robert get into a summer favorite: marching band! Tips and words of wisdom coming your way. #iplayhere
Marching Band 101 with Jim Rodger’s
Are you new to marching band, or curious how to make the experience all it can be? Take this advice from Fraser High School's band director, Jim Rodgers, on preparing for a summer and season of marching! Thank you, Jim!
For the new marchers (and all marchers, really):
STAY ACTIVE THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER—get outside and walk, bike, run, swim, play; marching band is an extremely physical activity—be prepared to use your body and your mind.
PRACTICE YOUR INSTRUMENT: keep your playing ability up, prepare the music for the new season.
When attending any summer sectionals, rehearsals, or camps:
Wear light-colored, light weight clothes
Shoes and socks are a must—no sandals, flip-flops, or Crocs
Stay hydrated and nourished: eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Stay hydrated!!--bring a personal water bottle, camel pack, etc.
Protect your skin with sunblock
Protect your eyes with sunglasses, hats
Finally—get to know your drum majors, section leaders, and other members of the band; marching band is fun and a great way to meet new people, make new friends, and create lasting memories!
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Brass Summer Practice!
If you play brass and are not taking lessons this summer, no worries! Josh shares his practice advice so your capabilities stay intact until the school year begins!
Set Goals: Is there something specific you want to improve at? Range? Scale Memorization? Tonguing/multiple tonguing? Tone? Set aside extra time in your warm up to work on these specific goals.
Warm up: Long Tones/Lip Slurs/Mouthpiece Buzzing
Scales/patterns and articulation exercises!
Music: Etudes, solos, and fun music!
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