Bluecoats Brass Podcast

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BONUS-Coronavirus & the 2020 DCI Season Mar 30, 2020

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The world has been rocked by the coronavirus pandemic. One result of this is the cancellation of the 2020 DCI summer tour. This unprecedented, but necessary move, has created an emotional rollercoaster for many involved in the drum corps activity. In this bonus episode, we discuss the impacts of the cancellation on both the activity, as well as the Bluecoats specifically. We will discuss its effect on many facets of our organization, including the administration, the designers, the staff, and the members. Episode includes Bob Chreste, Mike Scott, Genevieve Geisler, Jon Vanderkolff, and Nick Kneupper.

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The Bluecoats Brass Podcast is produced by Bob Chreste, with production support from Derek Gipson and the Bluecoats brass staff. Web and digital editors are Elizabeth Clayton and Josh Clements. Our executive producer is Mike Scott.
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3-Our Approach to Intonation: BMT Mar 23, 2020

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In this episode, we discuss some traditional approaches to intonation, as well as our approach at the Bluecoats, BMT. There are positives and negatives to all different temperaments, however, we believe ours is easier to teach, while still creating a great brass ensemble sound. No matter which temperament you choose, each student must start with the ability to play each note in tune. Episode includes Bob Chreste, Derek Gipson & Bob Higgins.

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The Brass Podcast is produced by Bob Chreste, with production support from Derek Gipson and the Bluecoats brass staff. Web and digital editors are Elizabeth Clayton and Josh Clements. Our executive producer is Mike Scott.

2-The Importance of Breathe, Sing, Buzz Mar 09, 2020

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In this episode, we dig into the first part of our daily warmup routine. “BSB” or Breathe, Sing, Buzz is an extremely important part of finding our sound each day at the Bluecoats. We offer several suggestions of exercises and tips to use in your individual practice or with your own music program. Episode includes Bob Chreste, Derek Gipson, Patrick Geren & Kristen Eck.

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1-Intro to the Bluecoats Brass Feb 24, 2020

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In our first episode, we introduce the primary teaching staff of the Bluecoats brass as well as take a look at how we set up the brass line and a little insight to the 2020 season! Episode includes Bob Chreste, Derek Gipson, and Joni Perez.

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Trailer: Bluecoats Brass Podcast Feb 10, 2020

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Catch our new podcast from the brass staff at Bluecoats! We'll be coming to you every other Monday with insight from inside the Bluecoats Brass! You'll hear from brass caption head Derek Gipson, Bob Chreste, and many more people that make the technique, pedagogy, and art happen within Bluecoats Brass! The first full episode will debut on Monday, February 24, 2020. New episodes will be released every other Monday.

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