The Open Bell

The Open Bell ep 169- Aspiring to be Average 03.09.2024 1:03:22 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to ask very little of yourself so you don’t get too good. Also- Tromba Trivia!

The Open Bell ep 168- The 2024 Effies! 28.05.2024 1:16:24 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey wrap up season 4 of TOB with the Effies. Also, TOB Mailbag.

The Open Bell ep 167- 2024 Summer Plans 21.05.2024 1:01:57 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss their plans for the summer. Also- Is It Mahler.

The Open Bell ep 166- Creatures of Habit 14.05.2024 1:07:57 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of a regular schedule. Also-Where in the World is Anton Weidinger.

The Open Bell ep 165- Deconstructing Hummel 07.05.2024 1:23:40 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the Hummel trumpet concerto in detail. Also- Over, Under, or Properly Rated.

The Open Bell ep 164- Productivity Matters 30.04.2024 1:07:04 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the tools for, and importance of, being professionally active. Also- TOB Mailbag.

The Open Bell ep 163- Default Optimism 23.04.2024 1:08:09 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the necessity of positive thinking for great trumpet playing. Plus- Clueless.

The Open Bell ep 162- Marie Speziale 16.04.2024 56:44 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the remarkable career of Marie Speziale. Plus- Snippets.

The Open Bell ep 161- Fixing Bryan 09.04.2024 1:12:13 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss Bryan’s journey back to playing after his bike accident. Plus- Password.

The Open Bell ep 160- Building Weakness Through Lethargy and Procrastination 02.04.2024 1:11:17 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the best ways to make sure you won’t ever get better. Plus- Joey Jeopardy.

The Open Bell ep 159- Mastering Multiple Tonguing 26.03.2024 1:08:11 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss techniques to help with double and triple tonguing. Plus- Tromba Trivia Multiple Tonguing Edition.

The Open Bell ep 158- 2024 NTC Wrap-Up 19.03.2024 1:20:59 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Bill discuss 2024 NTC. Plus- Backbore Bingo.

The Open Bell ep 157- The Paradigm of Perfect 12.03.2024 58:50 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the problems with trying to be perfect. Also- Ice Ice Baby!

The Open Bell ep 156- Trumpet Common Knowledge 05.03.2024 1:07:35 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the basics that everyone should know about trumpet. Plus- Who Are You?

The Open Bell ep 155- Neutral Like Switzerland- Tongue Arch Goals 27.02.2024 1:00:07 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the role of the tongue in trumpet playing along with several misconceptions. Also- All That Jazz.

The Open Bell ep 154- How To Raise A Trumpet Geek 20.02.2024 1:26:06 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to properly bring up your young trumpet player. Plus- A Camping We Will Go.

The Open Bell ep 153- The Importance of Recovery 13.02.2024 1:03:21 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of, and need for recovery when playing. Also- Mailbag!

The Open Bell ep 152- Building Your Inner Circle 06.02.2024 1:03:57 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of surrounding yourself with people you can trust and count on. Also the new game- Chat TPT.

The Open Bell ep 151- Understanding Mouthpieces 30.01.2024 1:18:24 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the details of mouthpieces. Also- Family Feud.

The Open Bell ep 150- The Legacy of Herb Alpert 23.01.2024 1:06:34 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey devote their landmark 150th episode to discussion of Herb Alpert. Also- Joey Jeopardy!

The Open Bell ep 149- Playing Well With Others 16.01.2024 1:06:28 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of section playing. Also- All That Jazz!

The Open Bell ep 148- The Myth of Hacks 09.01.2024 58:55 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the continued, but futile search for shortcuts. Also- Haydn in Plain Sight.

The Open Bell ep 147- Trumpet is Non-Negotiable 02.01.2024 1:10:36 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the foundational idea that, if you want to get better, you must make a firm commitment to practicing. Also, the game you’ve been waiting for- Respect.

The Open Bell ep 146- Fitness Reacquisition 26.12.2023 56:11 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to get back in shape after some time off. Also- Christmas Duets (Before and After).

The Open Bell ep 145- Fuel and Friction 19.12.2023 1:01:47 ↓

Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to remove obstacles to set yourself up for more effective practice. Also- This or That.