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articles tagged: Richard

Help for Your Beginning Jazz Rhythm Section

June 25, 2019 J. Richard Dunscomb
rhythm section

Rhythm is fundamental to creating the feeling for any genre of music. It is therefore vital that the rhythm section create the appropriate rhythmic feel and style of swing.

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Enduring Experiences in Instrumental Music

February 8, 2017 Richard Cangro
musicianship

Think about a musician you admire. What is it that you admire about that artist? What are the qualities of musicianship that you admire?

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A Short Guide to Successful String Instrument Rentals

July 25, 2016 Richard Niezen
string instrument rental

[Editor’s Note: The following post is intended as a resource for parents of first year orchestra students. Feel free to link to this post in your communications with parents and students.]

Renting, rather than purchasing, a string instrument can be a wise decision.

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