Continuing our series with Vince DiMartino, Vince discusses the transition and challenges of playing classical music from other genres, highlighting the importance of using the right methods, such as solfège.
The conversation also delves into Vince’s days as a student at the Eastman School of Music, playing with iconic figures like Clark Terry, which planted seeds for what came to be known as the Great American Brass Band Festival, still held every June in Danville, KY.
Episode highlights:
00:11 Challenges in Classical Music
00:42 Jazz Influence and Methodology
01:41 Early Career and Influences
02:16 Experiences at Eastman School of Music
05:40 Clark Terry and Professional Growth
06:57 Brass Band Festival Origins
10:56 Retirement and Legacy
12:48 Conclusion and Call to Action
**Mastery Is Within Reach. Will You Go For It?
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Founding Origins of the Great American Brass Band Festival