Measure Impossible!

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Measure Impossible!

FromSaxophone Academy

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45 minutes

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Feb 9, 2024

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You know that one impossible measure? That bit of an etude? That horrendous lick? Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat strategies to save your sanity and reputation. Well, at least your sanity.

Released:

Feb 9, 2024

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Titles in the series (52)

Dr. Wally Wallace and Susan Fancher discuss creative strategies for saxophone performance and pedagogy.

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Episode 7: Low tones, the showboat, and news!: This week Sue and Wally chat about low note strategies, a remarkable album by Phil Woods, and tips on building a better masterclass. by Saxophone Academy
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Episode 1: Saxophone Resolutions: Saxophonists Susan Fancher and Wally Wallace discuss their saxophone goals for the new year, setting goals for students, and keeping ourselves and students motivated. Learn more about Susan Fancher:https://susanfancher.weebly.com Sue's story of Bach wit... by Saxophone Academy
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Episode 5: Tales from the Pro (Failure is an Option): Sue and Wally discuss industry news, how we teach vibrato, a new recording featuring Alexa Tarantino, and share stories of failure! Alexa Tarantino: https://amzn.to/2TgQRTl Saxophonist's Workbook: https://amzn.to/2CryeXg Upcoming competitions: https://b... by Saxophone Academy
60 min listen
Episode 9: Transcribing, Marble, and Fuego: Wally and Sue chat about the process of jazz transcription, a limited edition mouthpiece from D'Addario, and a new CD from the Fuego Quartet! Check out the full video review of the marble Select Jazz: https://youtu.be/_W6sYCrpT-g by Saxophone Academy
64 min listen
Episode 3: Warmups, Reviews and News!: Sue Fancher and Wally Wallace explore ways to find your perfect warmup routine, discuss a new Etude Book from Adam Larson, Review a recording from Jazz saxophonist JD Allen, and answer your questions! Huge thanks to our sponsor, Effiny Music, a boutique ... by Saxophone Academy
56 min listen
Episode 4: Reed Rituals: Sue and Wally discuss strategies for better reeds, check out a recording of the H2 quartet, chat about gigging, and answer listener questions! Huge thanks to this week's sponsor, Effiny Music:http://effinymusic.com Yamaha Venova: https://amzn.to/2HaC1LO ... by Saxophone Academy
64 min listen
New Year New Saxo-Goals!: Wally and Sue chat about goals for the new musical decade, check out an album by Chad Eby, and answer your questions. Exciting news: We're switching to a weekly format this year. More episodes, more content, more good stuff! Email us with your saxophone ... by Saxophone Academy
33 min listen
Episode 8: Remembering Hemke: Susan Fancher earned three degrees with Fredrick Hemke during his 50 year career at Northwestern University. On this very special episode, Sue shares stories, memories, wisdom, and lessons learned from the giant of saxophone pedagogy. Simple Gifts on iT... by Saxophone Academy
61 min listen
Episode 2: Practicing Less: Susan Fancher and Wally Wallace discuss the concept of practicing less (material, not time), review Stephen Page's new CD, share insights on Freelancing, and answer listener questions! A huge thanks to our sponsor this week: Effiny Music, a boutique publ... by Saxophone Academy
55 min listen
Episode 10: Turbo Tongue: Sue and Wally discuss strategies for faster articulation, look at some cool new products, check out a NEW CD from Alexa Tarantino, and answer some questions from the mail bag! Yamaha 62 Video review: https://youtu.be/t9TjBvmm8p4 Sax Spy Endplugs: https:/... by Saxophone Academy
55 min listen
Episode 6: Practice Hacks and Legos: This week Wally and Sue discuss strategies to overcome technical challenges, dive into the pool of endless neck strap options, and Wally shares one of his all time favorite classical recordings. Wally's CD Pick: https://amzn.to/2Ic48dV SaXholder: https:... by Saxophone Academy
68 min listen
Dead Reeds and Horn Upgrades: Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue discuss the ethics of reed euthanasia and answer your questions! by Saxophone Academy
39 min listen
Marsalis, Meyer, and More: Dr. Wally and Sue chat about industry news, a recent CD from the Branford Marsalis Quartet, and dig into the mailbag! Venn Reed: https://www.daddario.com/venn/ New Saxophones: https://www.sax.co.uk/nammshowsax2020.irs by Saxophone Academy
31 min listen
Episode 15: Inner Game of Saxophone: Wally and Sue chat about back to school equipment, peak performance, military band auditions and the FIRST installment of the Saxophone Book Club! Support the podcast and look good while you're doing it with the NEW Saxophone Academy T-shirts, Hoodies, a... by Saxophone Academy
57 min listen
Episode 11: Frogs, Scales, and New Gear: Wally and Sue discuss strategies for structuring your practice session, Sue's CD pick of the week, a NEW mouthpiece from Vandoren, and tips for recording success. If you have questions, hit us up! wally@gatecitysax.com by Saxophone Academy
57 min listen
Episode 14: Slap Tongue Time: Wally and Sue chat about the fine art of slap tonguing, Wally's new vintage mouthpiece, the Bell Ring from Peak Performance Woodwinds, and answer questions from the mailbag. We also announce the new "Saxophone Book Club" segment (link below). Be sure to ... by Saxophone Academy
64 min listen
Valentine Gear: Wally and Sue chat about our winter love for new saxophone gear and have some recommendations! We dive into the mailbag and answer listener questions, and if YOU have a question, hit us up: thesaxophoneacademy@gmail.com Eastman 52nd Street Alto Review: h... by Saxophone Academy
34 min listen
Saxophone Reboot!: Dr. Wally and Susan Fancher are back! Check out this week's sponsor for 20% off one of our favorite saxophone accessories: https://keyleaves.com/pages/saxophone-academy-discount by Saxophone Academy
36 min listen
Episode 12: Overtones and Zoot: Wally and Sue discuss strategies for practicing Overtones, one of Wally's favorite jazz albums, and how to get great press photos (and why you want them). For a video demonstration of overtones discussed, check out the Youtube channel: https://www.youtub... by Saxophone Academy
64 min listen
Flying Fingers: Dr. Wally and Sue chat about flying fingers and answer your questions! Preorder the NEW 56 Select (alto and tenor): https://www.windycitywoodwinds.com/products Huge Thanks to Key Leaves, get a sweet discount on the most innovative saxophone accessories h... by Saxophone Academy
41 min listen
Episode 18: Tips, News, and Reviews!: Wally and Sue chat about upcoming industry events, some saxophone product news, and a new CD from Matt Olson. We dig into the mailbag and answer listener questions. Hit us up with questions! thesaxophoneacademy@gmail.com Matt Olson: http://originarts.com... by Saxophone Academy
52 min listen
Pumpkin Spice Reeds: Wally and Sue chat about industry news, a new CD by Dave Camwell, and dive into the mailbag. In the podcast community news: Sean Imboden's Etude Book: https://www.seanimboden.com/store Dave Camwell's Second Wind: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/dave-... by Saxophone Academy
63 min listen
Episode 13: Practice Strategy, News, and Reviews: Wally and Sue chat about learning new music efficiently, Collider by the Donald Sinta Quartet, sticky keys, and dive into the mailbag! by Saxophone Academy
63 min listen
Episode 16: Zen and the Saxophone: Wally and Sue chat about the debut album from Paul Nedzela, improving your intonation, and Zen in the Art of Archery. Support the podcast and stay warm this fall with NEW long sleeve tees and hoodies from the Saxophone Academy: https://www.teepublic.com/... by Saxophone Academy
52 min listen
Virtuosity and the Blues: Sue and Wally talk about a new recording from concert saxophone virtuoso Timothy McAllister, some cool new products, and helping your beginning students navigate the blues. Wanna look good and stay warm? Check out our new Saxophone Academy hoodies!: http... by Saxophone Academy
48 min listen
The $700 Ligature!: Wally and Sue chat about Vandoren's expensive new venture, practice mindset, and the music of Charles Koechlin! Check out the playlist of his saxophone music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4eM83Hp1eEU by Saxophone Academy
51 min listen
Timothy McAllister!: Dr. Wally interviews concert saxophone virtuosos Timothy McAllister! We chat about his new line of mouthpieces, practicing, overtones, and much more nerdy goodness! Learn more about Dr. McAllister: https://timothymcallister.com His new line of mouthpiece... by Saxophone Academy
80 min listen
Chops Supreme: Wally and Sue chat about the Selmer Supreme, "Chops" by Dan Graser, and answer listener questions! Download our first commissioned composition by Jenni Watson, "Enveloped" - https://www.thesaxophoneacademy.com/podcast Thanks to our Sponsor, Key Leaves!... by Saxophone Academy
35 min listen
Lifelong Lessons and Practice time!: Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue talk about being a lifelong learner and answer YOUR questions! by Saxophone Academy
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Jack from Boston Sax Shop: Dr. Wally chats with Jack Finucane, owner of the Boston Sax Shop about the launch of the Nexus saxophone, modern saxophone trends, and other nonsense. Check out the new line of saxophones here: https://www.nexussaxophones.com by Saxophone Academy
46 min listen

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