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Thursday, February 27, 2014
Wednesday, February 26, 2014
On Bill Pfund's Horns
Bill Pfund's trumpets make it easier for me to play. That is exactly what Bill designed his horns for--to help trumpet players produce the sound they have in their heart and head more easily. They make the upper range easier. They respond in such a way that it instills confidence in the player.
Having said that, let's address the fact that yes, Bill designed these horns with the help of Rui (Ray) Lee, but also, they are made by a very large instrument manufacturer in China. Having served in the USAF for 26 years, I am about as patriotic as any American might be. It was an honor to play inspiring music to millions of American people, including those who have served in the military throughout our nation. I consider it a joy and a blessing. As to the international or global aspect of our world, my wife and I share a similar perspective.
Lisa and I have worked with international students and international people for over three years. We love people from other cultures. We love sharing our culture with them as they share their culture with us. We love discovering how they are like us and how they are different from us. We have relationships with people from over 30 different countries. It is a blessing.
Back to Bill's horns. We all understand that there are many different trumpet manufacturers throughout the world. We have horns from Poland, Russia, Germany, England, France, The United States, Japan, and China, as well as many other countries. From my perspective, all of these horns are made not only by Americans and Germans, and Polish, French or Russian people, but they are made by humans. People craft these horns together for people to use. As for me, I enjoy playing Bill's horns--as I enjoyed playing Blackburns, Bachs, and Yamahas. I encourage you to try Bill's horns. They are thoughtfully designed. They are reasonably priced. They make it easier for me to play.
I welcome your thoughts on this topic. That is why this blog is called Trumpet Colloquy. Let's have meaningful discussions about the trumpet.
Blessings,
Steve
Having said that, let's address the fact that yes, Bill designed these horns with the help of Rui (Ray) Lee, but also, they are made by a very large instrument manufacturer in China. Having served in the USAF for 26 years, I am about as patriotic as any American might be. It was an honor to play inspiring music to millions of American people, including those who have served in the military throughout our nation. I consider it a joy and a blessing. As to the international or global aspect of our world, my wife and I share a similar perspective.
Lisa and I have worked with international students and international people for over three years. We love people from other cultures. We love sharing our culture with them as they share their culture with us. We love discovering how they are like us and how they are different from us. We have relationships with people from over 30 different countries. It is a blessing.
Back to Bill's horns. We all understand that there are many different trumpet manufacturers throughout the world. We have horns from Poland, Russia, Germany, England, France, The United States, Japan, and China, as well as many other countries. From my perspective, all of these horns are made not only by Americans and Germans, and Polish, French or Russian people, but they are made by humans. People craft these horns together for people to use. As for me, I enjoy playing Bill's horns--as I enjoyed playing Blackburns, Bachs, and Yamahas. I encourage you to try Bill's horns. They are thoughtfully designed. They are reasonably priced. They make it easier for me to play.
I welcome your thoughts on this topic. That is why this blog is called Trumpet Colloquy. Let's have meaningful discussions about the trumpet.
Blessings,
Steve
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Please Join Me for a Free Recital at The USAF Academy Chapel on Mar 16, at 3:00!
Dr. Joseph Galema and I will perform a free recital at The USAF Academy Chapel on Mar 16, at 3:00. This chapel is a glorious place to hear trumpet and organ perform Baroque, Classical, and Romantic music.
I will be using Bill Pfund Trumpets during this performance. Additionally, Bill Pfund and Mark Israel will join me and Dr. Galema to finish the recital with a cornet favorite, Triplets of the Finest.
I hope to see you there.
Blessings,
Steve
I will be using Bill Pfund Trumpets during this performance. Additionally, Bill Pfund and Mark Israel will join me and Dr. Galema to finish the recital with a cornet favorite, Triplets of the Finest.
I hope to see you there.
Blessings,
Steve
Now what? After 26 Years of Trumpet Playing in the USAF
By no means am I finished working through the emotions of leaving the US Air Force after 26 years. To be sure, the Department of Defense does a wonderful job of training and preparing its career members for the transition from military to civilian life. Even so, I can sense that this transition proves more difficult than I realized.
What a blessing it is to be able to play an instrument capable of inciting such fiery emotions in the hearts of others. The Air Force paid me to do just that for 26 years. Please realize that the contribution the military musician makes to both the civilian sector as well as military members is very real--even significant. Trumpet--music helps build team, it moves us closer to unity.
As I write this, I am encouraged once again by a dear friend and mentor. Bill Pfund has poured into my life for 18 years as a teacher, coach, encourager, and mentor. Most recently, he has encouraged me through his trumpet designs. I now own six of Bill's horns. I find them easy to play. Well, to be honest, "easier" would be a better description. They are easier to play--easier to translate the sound image in my mind out into the room. Please visit Bill's website at billpfund.com.
I am excited to play Bill's horns as a substitute player with the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, the Denver Brass, The Colorado Brass Arts Group, as well as while I work with individual and class students.
Please post your comments as well.
Blessings,
Steve
What a blessing it is to be able to play an instrument capable of inciting such fiery emotions in the hearts of others. The Air Force paid me to do just that for 26 years. Please realize that the contribution the military musician makes to both the civilian sector as well as military members is very real--even significant. Trumpet--music helps build team, it moves us closer to unity.
As I write this, I am encouraged once again by a dear friend and mentor. Bill Pfund has poured into my life for 18 years as a teacher, coach, encourager, and mentor. Most recently, he has encouraged me through his trumpet designs. I now own six of Bill's horns. I find them easy to play. Well, to be honest, "easier" would be a better description. They are easier to play--easier to translate the sound image in my mind out into the room. Please visit Bill's website at billpfund.com.
I am excited to play Bill's horns as a substitute player with the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, the Denver Brass, The Colorado Brass Arts Group, as well as while I work with individual and class students.
Please post your comments as well.
Blessings,
Steve
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