For this week’s interview, we talk with Mr. Brian Wendel, principal trombone of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and adjunct professor at the University of British Columbia. He is one of the newest voices on the classical music scene, but has wasted no time in demonstrating that he’s a force to be reckoned with. Due to his pedagogical maturity and outstanding command over the instrument, Brian is an inspirational figure for many young trombonists hoping to launch an orchestral career. His enthusiasm for teaching motivated students and an active presence on social media have proven to be invaluable assets in passing on his knowledge, and we enjoyed hearing his unique perspectives on facilitating personal growth and beginning a career in music.
In this talk, we hear about Brian’s time studying with Norman Bolter and Joe Alessi in his early years, his experience taking auditions and what it felt like to finally achieve his dream of winning an orchestra position, and detailed specifics on how students should be approaching their practice.
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Transition music: Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64: VI. Dance of the Knights, Sergei Prokofiev, Brian Wendel & Carter Johnson
Intro/Outro music: I Will Go Sailing No More, Randy Newman, Lawson Gardner
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