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Working Without a Conductor

The old Greek story of Orpheus and his journey into the Underworld to rescue his wife opens some interesting commentary when that name is applied...

Ask Dave: How do I Re-cork a Mute?

Mathew asks: What advice or tricks can you provide for re-corking a mute, both successful removal of the old cork and application of the new...

Humor: 14 Famous Musicians and their Odd Doppelgängers

In the previous article from Wednesday, "Symmetry and Balance: 3 Reasons to Not Worry about an Off-Center Embouchure" some liberty was taken with the...

Symmetry and Balance: 3 Reasons to Not Worry about an Off-Center Embouchure

A mirror can be a very useful tool in practice sessions. It is a great way to self-diagnose and to make adjustments that can...

Ask Dave: How Can I Raise the Conn 8D Thumb Lever?

Suzanne asks: I have a student with a Conn 8D mechanical Bb valve.  Is there any way I can raise this valve?  His hands are...

Three More ‘Chuck Norris with Horns’ Memes

Because one cannot get enough of a good thing. * * * * * * * * *

Ask Dave: Can a valve be chrome-plated to decrease “slop”?

Steve asks: I am a mechanical engineer- I specialize in machine design... close-tolerance design is my specialty.  I am looking to buy a used double...

Internet Memes: What if Action Mega-Star Chuck Norris played French Horn?

A few months back, some fun was had with Hollywood actors Keanu Reeves and Leonardo DiCaprio and more specifically, with their internet memes. In online imageboard communities...

Ask Dave: How can I play high notes without squeezing them out?

Shane asks: How can I play the high notes without squeezing them out? Dave replies: At first, I was going to overlook this question as a practice...

Reviews: Verdi’s Aida, H-Kote and the Femenella Bellrest

It is a busy time for me - February and March are packed with performances. Next week for example, I will be playing a both...