On this episode I talk to Wayne Dillon about the upcoming exciting 50th season with DCI, the return of judges to the field and advice on how to grow a high school band program. Wayne is a retired band director as well as a DCI, BOA and WGI world renown adjudicator. The post Music on Purpose E030: Wayne Dillon, DCI Adjudicator appeared first on Bryan Crisp ..read more

On this episode of Music on Purpose I spoke with Andy Harnsberger about his success as a marimba soloist and what motivates him on a daily basis to continue his work ethic at age 54. Andy is also Director of Percussion at Lee University in Cleveland TN and talks about his philosophy of teaching and thought process for young students. Check out this episode for resources and information to become a stronger performer. The post Music on Purpose E029: Andy Harnsberger, International Percussion Soloist appeared first on Bryan Crisp ..read more

On this episode of Music on Purpose, Steve Patrick joined me from Nashville, TN. Steve owns his own line of brass mouthpieces called Patrick Mouthpieces. He also started an incredible resource to learn from studio players in Nashville called Lessons with Studio Musicians. Steve toured with the Maynard Ferguson Band and has played and recorded with any big name artist you can imagine. He talks about his long career as a freelance player and studio musician. The post Music on Purpose E028: Steve Patrick, Freelance/Studio Musician, Nashville, TN appeared first on Bryan Crisp ..read more

On this episode of Music on Purpose, Hiram Diaz joined me to discuss his success as a performer that ultimately led to him winning a job with the President’s Own United States Marine Band. We talk about what is takes to be successful in an audition and how to prepare. He give thoughts on sound concept and fundamentals of playing. He also talks about what life is like in the Marine Band. Hiram is a wealth of knowledge and an easy going charismatic guy. The post Music on Purpose E027: Hiram Diaz, Euphonium President’s Own US Marine Band appeared first on Bryan Crisp ..read more

Freelance composer and arranger Ben Lee joined me on this episode of Music on Purpose to discuss marching arts compositions, how to put a quality show together and advice for band directors who are looking to improve their competitive ensemble. You can check out Ben’s over 100 arrangements on soleemusic.com. The post Music on Purpose E026: Ben Lee, Composer & Arranger appeared first on Bryan Crisp ..read more

On this episode of Music on Purpose, Alan Siebert joined me to talk about his 30 year career at the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music (CCM). He is retiring this year and talks about his time at CCM. He also talks about his lip tear and recovery from surgery. He is a wealth of knowledge. The post Music on Purpose E025: Alan Siebert, Professor of Trumpet CCM appeared first on Bryan Crisp ..read more

On this episode of Music on Purpose, Tim Allen joins me to talk about the how to improve your band. He also discusses his philosophy and keys to success as he won 18 state championships at Adair County High School over 28 years. Currently, Tim is Director of Bands at Lindsey Wilson College and is growing a band program from the ground up. He is a wealth of knowledge. Tim also serves on the marching band committee in KMEA and discusses issues within the state. The post Music on Purpose E024: Tim Allen, Adair County High School & Lindsey Wilson College appeared first on Bryan Crisp ..read more

On this episode of Music on Purpose, David Jaggie joins me from Richmond, Ky to talk about the upcoming trip to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and discusses how the Madison Central Band was able to get to a level of success to be accepted. He talks about training students to be successful in life through music. The post Music on Purpose E023: David Jaggie, Director of Bands Madison Central High School appeared first on Bryan Crisp ..read more

In this episode of Music on Purpose, Steve Pride joins me to talk about what it takes to have longevity in a major orchestra such as the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra. Steve has been 2nd trumpet in the CSO for 39 years, since 1980. Listen to him discuss his thought process for success in this industry.   The post Music on Purpose E022: Steve Pride, 2nd Trumpet Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra appeared first on Bryan Crisp ..read more

On this episode of Music on Purpose, Ashley Hall joins me at the National Trumpet Competition to discuss keys to success as an international soloist and orchestral musician. She is very grounded and down to earth in her approach and she discusses ways to balance her career, family and faith. We met in the lobby of the Hilton in Lexington, Ky, so you can hear some light music in the background. It only adds to the realness of these interviews. Check her website out for more information about her and to listen to excerpts of her soloing. Vince DiMartino and Ashley Hall soloing together at the ..read more