The Open Bell

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The Open Bell ep 166- Creatures of Habit

2024-05-1401:07:57

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of a regular schedule. Also-Where in the World is Anton Weidinger.

The Open Bell ep 165- Deconstructing Hummel

2024-05-0701:23:40

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the Hummel trumpet concerto in detail. Also- Over, Under, or Properly Rated.

The Open Bell ep 164- Productivity Matters

2024-04-3001:07:04

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the tools for, and importance of, being professionally active. Also- TOB Mailbag.

The Open Bell ep 163- Default Optimism

2024-04-2301:08:09

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the necessity of positive thinking for great trumpet playing. Plus- Clueless.

The Open Bell ep 162- Marie Speziale

2024-04-1656:44

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the remarkable career of Marie Speziale. Plus- Snippets.

The Open Bell ep 161- Fixing Bryan

2024-04-0901:12:13

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss Bryan’s journey back to playing after his bike accident. Plus- Password.

The Open Bell ep 160- Building Weakness Through Lethargy and Procrastination

2024-04-0201:11:17

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the best ways to make sure you won’t ever get better. Plus- Joey Jeopardy.

The Open Bell ep 159- Mastering Multiple Tonguing

2024-03-2601:08:11

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss techniques to help with double and triple tonguing. Plus- Tromba Trivia Multiple Tonguing Edition.

The Open Bell ep 158- 2024 NTC Wrap-Up

2024-03-1901:20:59

Bill, Bryan, and Bill discuss 2024 NTC. Plus- Backbore Bingo.

The Open Bell ep 157- The Paradigm of Perfect

2024-03-1258:50

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the problems with trying to be perfect. Also- Ice Ice Baby!

The Open Bell ep 156- Trumpet Common Knowledge

2024-03-0501:07:35

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the basics that everyone should know about trumpet. Plus- Who Are You?

The Open Bell ep 155- Neutral Like Switzerland- Tongue Arch Goals

2024-02-2701:00:07

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the role of the tongue in trumpet playing along with several misconceptions. Also- All That Jazz.

The Open Bell ep 154- How To Raise A Trumpet Geek

2024-02-2001:26:06

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to properly bring up your young trumpet player. Plus- A Camping We Will Go.

The Open Bell ep 153- The Importance of Recovery

2024-02-1301:03:21

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of, and need for recovery when playing. Also- Mailbag!

The Open Bell ep 152- Building Your Inner Circle

2024-02-0601:03:57

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with people you can trust and count on. Also the new game- Chat TPT.

The Open Bell ep 151- Understanding Mouthpieces

2024-01-3001:18:24

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the details of mouthpieces. Also- Family Feud.

The Open Bell ep 150- The Legacy of Herb Alpert

2024-01-2301:06:34

Bill, Bryan, and Joey devote their landmark 150th episode to discussion of Herb Alpert. Also- Joey Jeopardy!

The Open Bell ep 149- Playing Well With Others

2024-01-1601:06:28

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of section playing. Also- All That Jazz!

The Open Bell ep 148- The Myth of Hacks

2024-01-0958:55

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the continued, but futile search for shortcuts. Also- Haydn in Plain Sight.

The Open Bell ep 147- Trumpet is Non-Negotiable

2024-01-0201:10:36

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the foundational idea that, if you want to get better, you must make a firm commitment to practicing. Also, the game you’ve been waiting for- Respect.

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