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HIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII. I am a Sophomore in Highschool (I created this while i was a freshman and didn't have the heart to change the name). I am from Southern California and I play Tenor Sax for my school's band. I also can play flute, a little clarinet, and piano on the side. I have also played a vibes and a little bit of marimba for my schools field show during freshman year. This blog consists of reblogs from other band blogs that I like. I also contribute to some of these posts as well. I commonly reblog stories, band jokes, pics of instruments, band camp stuff etc. Please if you want to tell your band story I want to hear it! You can submit videos,stories, pics, etc. Please Please Submit. And if you need any advice, I'll try to help or look to my followers to help you. :) Thanks for taking a look at my blog.
 05.25.13 @ 21:32 |  70 notes |  Permalink |
In the euphonium section we don’t say “i love you” instead we say “valve oil slide grease god my arms hurt someone please let us in your ensemble” which roughly translates to “you noticed us???” and i think that’s beautiful.
(via my-psychological-tower)
| 05.25.13 @ 21:15 | 120 notes | Permalink |
confessionsofanutcase asked: So, for the person with the flute issue- I play flute and take private lessons and stuff, and this is what I've gathered: Using more air does help, but it's not the only way to get louder. You have to aim your air at exactly the right spot for it to resonate like it's supposed to. Opening your embouchure won't necessarily help, especially on the high notes. Keep a steady & strong flow of air to keep it from going flat. Try to breath from your stomach not your chest if that makes sense. Good luck
| 05.25.13 @ 21:15 | 2 notes | Permalink |
Anonymous asked: For the high notes on the flute, normally you would blow faster air, which also means more air support.
| 05.25.13 @ 21:09 | 1 note | Permalink |
bloodll-be-shed asked: ok so our bands flute section is down to only 2 people right now cuz the other 2 are walkin on graduation this wednesday nd since its only 2 of us rn i need to play louder for graduation ,my BD keeps sayin to just add more air nd blow harder but i feel like nothing helpin nd i just go flat esp on those high notes , any tips ?? , thanX :D
I think flutes are supposed to open your aperture more, make your mouth open wider. And um Aim at a certain spot in your flute to get the clearest, best response.
Any advice, Followers?
| 05.25.13 @ 21:05 | Permalink |
So I picked up my flute Friday…
It’s in really bad condition -_- I haven’t touched it in a while but it still works, however it needs some love (Like hardcore/professional) cleaning.
MAYDAY MAYDAY ABORT ABORT
| 05.25.13 @ 20:55 | 2 notes | Permalink |
Juries
- Them: What's a jury?
- Musician: It's basically my "final exam" for lessons.
- Them: Oh... Well that should be easy! You've been taking lessons all semester, right? It can't be THAT bad.
- Musician: ...
| 05.25.13 @ 20:30 | 75 notes | Permalink |
Anonymous asked: They are both cute, but I'm going to vote for A. :) Good luck!
Thanks! ^_^
| 05.25.13 @ 19:51 | Permalink |
RT “@Ostimusic: The next time somebody makes fun of the saxophone, show them this”
This is truly incredible. I love this piece and can’t believe this group arranged it for saxophone ensemble. AND THEY MEMORIZED IT! The best part of this though is that if you close the video and just listen to the music the saxes have adapted to the sounds of the original work. Gotta love the way a saxophone can sound like strings and brass.
Actually, the next time somebody makes fun of saxophone, stab them in the neck.
(via delightfullymusical)
| 05.25.13 @ 19:46 | 30 notes | Permalink |
Interview for Band Cabinet is this Wednesday, and I have one Question, outfit A or B?
Outfit A is a Collared Blouse with Navy Blue Capris and an Ombre Dyed Head Scarf (Same one that is in Outfit B) (sorry you can’t see it)
Outfit B is a Flowy Shirt thing with a Summer Skirt and an Ombre Dyed Head Scarf
Keep in mind this is fancy for me, I wear capris and a graphic tee everyday.
I am kind of indecisive but I like A better
Sorry for the poor photo quality
Outfit A or B?
| 05.25.13 @ 19:33 | 8 notes | Permalink |
