Monthly Archives: April 2011

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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The Potential of Poise, from the Outside-In

Last week I played with the ballet.  For those who know me, it is no secret that I love dance.  I even took some beginner ballet classes last year so that I could experience it first-hand.  I had a wonderful … Continue reading

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Seeing and Vision: A Closer Look

Throughout our lifetime, if we are fortunate, we come across a few rare souls who, when we are with them, we are brought right into this present moment.  They allow us to experience life in a deeper way than we … Continue reading

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Good news: Mark in the press!

Here’s a tidbit of fun news for you on a rainy and SNOWY (earlier today anyway!) April Fool’s Day.  Mark Kennedy made the paper in Altoona last week during the PMEA festival held there.  Congrats, Mark!  Here’s the article: Striking … Continue reading

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