Getting slack.......Hey I'm busy, get off me!

A few people have been complaining that I haven't been blogging as often as I should be so here it is again. A ton has gone on since the beginning of February. I had an audition for the Buffalo Philharmonic, I played a Tar River Band gig, and my students auditioned for All State this weekend. Oh, I also went to see the NC Symphony play the Planets this weekend which was AWESOME!

First the audition, HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE. I could not have played any worse. I just got spooked when I got on the stage and fell apart. Oh well, it was still a learning experience. This has taught me to expect the unexpected and be ready for anything. Next time I'll be ready. Second, the Tar River gig. I at least got to play Holst's Second Suite for Band which is almost a Euphonium Concerto. I feel like I played well and it was really good to see some friends that I don't get to see much. That's all I enjoyed about the gig. I know I will get in trouble for posting this but we have to get a new conductor. It's just that simple. The person doing the job know is well........ you get the idea.

Third, All State auditions were this past Saturday. I had 3 out of 4 make it including two 1st chairs. The middle school euphonium and 9/10 trombone 1st chairs come from my studio. I am super proud of all of my students! Lastly, the NCS concert Saturday night was Incredible. The orchestra sounded great including the brass. Andrew Litton also was amazing. I got to hang with Demondrae after the concert which was awesome. I don't get to see him often so it was good times.

This week Allen Vizzutti comes to solo with the Triangle Brass Band and it should be amazing. Too bad I won't be able to play or watch because I'll be playing with the Wilmington Symphony this weekend. BUT.......EVERYONE SHOULD GO SEE ALLEN VIZZUTTI!!! He is the best trumpet player in the world!

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