Finally, Maestro Bobo's DVD masterclass is available. Produced in Japan, it contains some of the finest musical advice and insight for musicians, students of brass and tubists.
Some of the works performed include: Strauss-Concerto #1, Stevens-Variations in Olden Style, Koetsier-Concertino, Madsen-Sonata & Schumann-Adagio & Allegro.Below are some words from Roger Bobo of his thoughts in producing a DVD masterclass.
"This will be some of the most valuable 2 1/2 hours spent in front of a screen. Throughout my student and professional days I have been inspired and motivated by watching many masterclasses (usually on television) presented by many of the great musicians of our time. It was many years ago that I first got the idea to try to create such a masterclass of my own but was always held back by thinking, "No, I?m not ready yet". The difficult fact is that I still feel that same "Not readiness". But having now completed 7 decades on this planet, it seemed prudent to proceed with the masterclass project, ready or not, and fortunately at this time a DVD seemed the perfect medium."
Roger Bobo
The Chicago Symphony Brass Plays Richard Strauss is a live concert benefit for the Symphony of Oak Park and River Forest, Jay Friedman, music director, and celebrated the retirement and career of Adolph 'Bud' Herseth, former principal trumpet of the Chicago Symphony for 53 years.
This incredible concert features an arrangement by Jay Freidman of Richard Strauss' Alpine Spmphony and A Strauss Fanfare. Augmenting the CSO are some "Brass Buddies" - the likes of Joseph Alessi, Phil Smith, Charles Geyer and others. This was a memorable performance of brass playing at its finest, now available on DVD
Whether you own the book or not, this video explains the fundamentals of horn playing; from breathing to embouchure, through all the details of tonguing, range development, the mystery of the lip trill and how to get your best possible tone. This DVD contains more than just techniques. It is a special look at horn playing through the eyes of a renowned player and teacher who always puts the musical quality first. There are over 4 hours of instruction and demonstration on two disks. When you buy this box you also get a listing of all the references made on the DVD.
Along with the specific subjects listed, Mr. Rider adds excerpts, his own commentary and stories from his career in a conversational style that will be much like taking a lesson with him- a 4 hour lesson.
