Great Quotes on Brass Playing

Great Quotes on Brass Playing

I never know exactly what philosophies, thoughts, insights will trigger a student's curiosity and ignite their passion. So I present a number of viewpoints in the hopes that something here causes a stir in your imagination and/or leads to further exploration and study.

The following people all are recognized as Master teachers in the Brass field and/or musical minds par excellence. I find it very interesting how the main themes of each run parallel to one another. Sometimes, though, the way they say it can have profound effect. Here, then, are some marvelous quotes from some of the best teachers in the history of Brass pedagogy and otherwise outstanding musical minds. Find in them encouragement, wisdom, passion, and love of your chosen art form......

Martha Graham (not specifically brass-related, but this is terrific!)

Bill Adam

Hector Berlioz

Herbert L. Clarke (quote)

and the fantastic article: "How I Became a Cornettist" by Clarke (pdf format)

Claude Gordon

Quotes from Barry Green's "The Inner Game of Music"

Donald Reinhardt