Category Archives: Interviews with Professional Horn Players

Thinking and Playing – Outside the Box! A Conversation With Michael Atkinson

Over the course of my studies and career, I’ve been fortunate to attend many masterclasses and have lessons with some of the greatest horn players in the world.  One of the questions that students would often ask these great performers … Continue reading

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Interaction, Education, and Balance: A Conversation With Eric Reed

The Canadian Brass is coming to town this week!  I had the great pleasure of working a few times last month with the newest member of the quintet, horn player Eric Reed.  Eric and I have known each other since … Continue reading

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Versatility, Exploration, and Expression: A Conversation with Chris Komer

How many professional horn players do you know who have a piano album out?  I know one.  As I listened to Chris Komer’s piano improvisations the other day, I noticed several things about these short-but-sweet moments captured in time.  I … Continue reading

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Presence, Clarity, and Courage: A Conversation with Julie Landsman

There aren’t many horn players out there who are as revered as Julie Landsman.  Recently retired from 25 years as principal horn of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, she continues to teach at the Juilliard School, and was recently in Philadelphia … Continue reading

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