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I get asked by people a lot for my definition of swing. It is an incredibly difficult thing to succinctly put into words.
But Mark Gould does just that (with a little bit of singing thrown in) in just two minutes.
I have already played this clip for a number of my students in lessons. Because all music needs to swing.
You can hear the entire interview here.
This interview we did with former Principal Trumpet of the Metropolitan Opera, Mark Gould, is phenomenal. And I’m not talking about our interviewing skills!
What a fascinating conversation about performing, teaching, being creative, being human.
Seriously, don’t miss this one. And literally every musician I know should buy his brand new book, Gould on Music.
You can find various links to the episode here or catch it on YouTube below.
Enjoy!
Your chops are as dumb as a box of rocks. Your brain is what’s driving this train.
So don’t focus on feedback from your lips while you’re supposed to be actively creating art. That doesn’t end well for the audience.
Besides, to quote the great Mark Gould:
“It’s not supposed to feel good. It’s a piece of %#&$ing metal on your face.”