The Open Bell

The Open Bell ep 194- Weapons Grade Self-Compassion 25.02.2025 54:01 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to hold yourself accountable without beating yourself up. Also- “Backbore Bingo- Herseth Edition.”

The Open Bell ep 193- Improving Your Attention Span 18.02.2025 1:03:51 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss strategies from improving your concentration in the practice room and for performances. Also- “Snippets.”

The Open Bell ep 192- Just Say No 11.02.2025 1:07:26 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss when the right thing to do might be to say no. Plus- “You Complete Me.”

The Open Bell ep 191- Practicing Patience 04.02.2025 1:06:32 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for taking your time when practicing. There are no shortcuts. Plus the Gabrieli version of “Backbore Bingo.”

The Open Bell ep 190- Rules 28.01.2025 1:02:33 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the plusses and minuses of rules. Plus- “Just Duets (Before and After).”

The Open Bell ep 189- Keepers of the Same 21.01.2025 1:09:04 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the problems with people that seem intent on being stuck in the past and/or narrow approaches. Also, “Great Minds Think Alike.”

The Open Bell ep 188- Your Playing is a Disaster, and We Know Why 14.01.2025 1:04:25 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss why you’re frustrated with your playing, and how to fix it.

The Open Bell ep 187- Liesl Whitaker 07.01.2025 54:56 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the fascinating and impressive career of Liesl Whitaker, and why you should know about her. Also- “Backbore Bingo.”

The Open Bell ep 186- Mouthpiece Matters 31.12.2024 1:09:39 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss general guidelines for choosing mouthpieces. Also- “Truth or Dare.”

The Open Bell ep 185- Get Out of Your Head! 24.12.2024 1:02:41 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways to get out of your own way to have successful performances. Also- You Complete Me.

The Open Bell ep 184- Recharging on the Fly 17.12.2024 1:06:07 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to keep yourself moving forward without shutting yourself down. Also- Flugel Me This!

The Open Bell ep 183- Horn Care 10.12.2024 1:08:11 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for, and how to care for your horns. Also- Password!

The Open Bell ep 182- Moving at the Speed of Dark 03.12.2024 1:04:59 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways to avoid cynicism. Also, the return of “Backbore Bingo.”

The Open Bell ep 181- The Carnival of Venice 26.11.2024 1:14:45 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance, and fun in learning this classic solo. Also- the Arban version of “Tromba Trivia.”

The Open Bell ep 180- Ethic of Support 19.11.2024 1:00:52 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of, and need for people you can count on. Plus- “This or That.”

The Open Bell ep 179- Curiosity Driven Growth 12.11.2024 1:00:02 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of curiosity for one’s growth. Also- “Snippets.”

The Open Bell ep 178- Taps 04.11.2024 1:14:54 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of Taps. Also- "Great Minds Think Alike."

The Open Bell ep 177- Attributes of a Great Student 29.10.2024 1:09:01 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what it means to be a truly great student. Plus- “Where in the World is Anton Weidinger?”

The Open Bell Ep 176- Sectionals 22.10.2024 59:42 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of sectionals, and how best to make them productive. Also- "Anatomy of a Trumpet Player."

The Open Bell ep 175- Deconstructing Charlier 15.10.2024 1:07:51 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance and relevance of the Charlier book. Also- Joey Jeopardy!

The Open Bell ep 174- The Return of Under, Over, or Properly Rated 08.10.2024 1:24:05 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey each bring 10 things to rate. Plus- “Is It Mahler?”

The Open Bell ep 173- The Art of Self Assessment 01.10.2024 1:04:40 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to recognize what to focus on in your practice. Also- “All That Jazz.”

The Open Bell ep 172- It's Music, Say Something! 24.09.2024 1:00:42 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of musicality in practice and performance. Also, the 100 Days of Practice Pyramid!

The Open Bell ep 171- Perfectionism Isn't a Strength 17.09.2024 1:02:19 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of thinking of music as art, rather than only worrying about notes. Plus, “Two Truths and a Lie.”

The Open Bell ep 170- Asking for Help is a Sign of Strength 10.09.2024 55:43 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of recognizing your own weaknesses, and how to seek out good information from others. Also- “Something to Talk About.”