The Open Bell

The Open Bell ep 219- Project Students 25.11.2025 1:05:47 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss working with students who don’t follow the typical route. Also- Backbore Bingo: The Less is Farther edition.

The Open Bell ep 218- Just Stop It With the 7C! 18.11.2025 57:20 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the problems with using the 7C as a beginner mouthpiece, with suggestions for a better alternative. Also, the 7C edition of Match Game.

The Open Bell ep 217- Maynard Ferguson 11.11.2025 1:11:26 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the phenomenal career of Maynard Ferguson. Also- MF Tromba Trivia!

The Open Bell ep 216- Compression, The Final Word 04.11.2025 1:01:55 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the term "compression" and how it is used in trumpet pedagogy. Also- "Is It Concone?"

The Open Bell ep 215- Band or Orchestra? 28.10.2025 1:02:10 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the positives and negatives of playing in band and orchestra. Plus- “Match Game.”

The Open Bell ep 214- When Progress Gives Way to Habit 21.10.2025 1:05:06 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to turn good practice into habit. Also, “Tromba Trivia: Yacht Rock Trumpet Player Edition.”

The Open Bell ep 213- Tromba Mundi Tour Recap 14.10.2025 1:11:53 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the recent Tromba Mundi tour. Plus- “The Unanswered Question.”

The Open Bell ep 212- Schlossberg Deep Dive 07.10.2025 1:08:51 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the Schlossberg book in depth. Also- The Schlossberg Edition of Backbore Bingo.

The Open Bell ep 211- Playing With Line 30.09.2025 1:03:37 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of musical direction in playing. Also- “Cashed.”

The Open Bell ep 210- How to Tie Your Shoes, Details Matter 23.09.2025 1:01:58 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of being very picky in your daily practice. Also- “Think!”

The Open Bell ep 209- A Weak Attachment to Pedagogy 16.09.2025 1:01:19 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of commitment to practice. Also- “Frack Around and Find Out.”

The Open Bell ep 208- Over, Under, or Properly Rated 09.09.2025 1:08:35 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss a variety of topics and their perceptions of each. Also- “Say My Name.”

The Open Bell ep 207- TOB Retreat Recap 02.09.2025 1:05:03 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey kick off Season 6 with a look back at the week-long road trip taken this summer. Plus- German Yacht Rock.

The Open Bell ep 206- Season 5 Effys! 20.05.2025 59:20 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey close out season 5 with TOB Mailbag and, of course, The Effys!

The Open Bell ep 205- Planning for Summer 13.05.2025 1:05:41 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss their summer plans. Also, the Yacht Rock edition of “You Complete Me.”

The Open Bell ep 204- The Origin of the Ding 06.05.2025 1:10:56 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss why they say “Ding!” and where it came from. Also- “Over, Under, or Properly Rated.”

The Open Bell ep 203- Ryan Anthony 29.04.2025 58:51 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey remember the enduring legacy of the great Ryan Anthony. Also- “The 100 Days of Practice Pyramid.”

The Open Bell ep 202- Best Day Ever! 22.04.2025 1:11:17 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the times when everything seems to be going exactly right. Also- “Great Minds Think Alike.”

The Open Bell ep 201- End the 7C! 15.04.2025 1:07:20 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of ending the 7C as a default beginner mouthpiece. Also- “TOB Mailbag.”

The Open Bell ep 200- Looking Ahead 08.04.2025 1:17:55 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of having a plan. Also- “Joey Jeopardy.”

The Open Bell ep 199- Think Before You Post 01.04.2025 1:07:30 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways to use social media in healthy ways. Also- “Backbore Bingo.”

The Open Bell ep 198- NTC 2025! 25.03.2025 1:20:53 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss their experiences at this year’s National Trumpet Competition. Also, “Backbore Bingo.”

The Open Bell ep 197- The Value of Obstacles 18.03.2025 1:01:33 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of facing problems head-on. Also- “Tromba Trivia!”

The Open Bell ep 196- The Unhidden Agenda- Planning Big and Small 11.03.2025 57:33 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how making large decisions helps you make small ones. Also- “Great Minds Think Alike.”

The Open Bell ep 195- Non-Negotiables 04.03.2025 1:00:11 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss their list of important rules to follow. Also, “Is It Mahler?”