" Unexpected acts of compassion are common among our group. It's one of the ways we define ourselves." Captain Janeway, "Day of Honor" . In order to define where we are now, and make progress in our playing, we first need to know where we are. We need a quick inventory of strengths and weaknesses. Some honest reflection will yield a list that can be used to inform the goal setting process. Goal setting is how we can define (or redefine) ourselves and our playing. What we think about our own playing matters most so take a moment, and brainstorm three or four strengths that come immediately to mind. Great high register, for example, and/or maybe good at sight-reading or nice tone quality/sound. Include in the list what you enjoy doing, such as ensemble over solo or vice versa, band/popular playing over orchestral, or perhaps jazz ensemble over other types of music. It's a good bet that what you enjoy most, you're also better at doing.
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GlendaI'm a trumpet player and music teacher aiming in this blog to help other Trumpeters, Music Enthusiasts, Music Educators, and aspiring professionals reach their highest potential in life through the study and cultivation of musical skills. Music Education
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