|
 "The
BLAST OF BRASS Ensemble is a first-tier group; lightning quick and
wonderfully versatile..."
June 18, 2005
Blair
Bollinger, bass trombone
The Philadelphia Orchestra
"BLAST
OF BRASS is the best student brass clinic I have seen.
I
know of no other brass clinic with a more dedicated faculty,
stronger programming and better spirit.
This is THE program
for student brass players."
June
16. 2001
William
VerMeulen, horn
International soloist and Recording Artist,
Principal
Horn Houston Symphony -
Houston Symphony Chamber Players,
Professor
of Horn - Rice University
Shepherd School of Music
BOB 2001
Featured Artist
"Going
to BLAST OF BRASS put a perspective of reality into my
musical ambitions. My goals and aspirations could be
attained, and the staff at BOB helped me to realize that."
June
16, 2001
Graeme
Mutchler, trombone
2nd year All-State Trombonist
and 2nd year BOB student
"BLAST OF BRASS is THE event for the young brass player.
Opportunities to perform and study with some of the best
faculty
in the world make this a week that will change your
musical life.
If you want to have FUN, play great and have
a shot at a
career in music, don't miss Blast of Brass!"
June 17, 2000
Michael Mulcahy, trombone
Chicago Symphony Orchestra,
BOB 2000 Featured Artist
"I
attended many of the recitals and master classes
and it was
amazing to hear the caliber of performing
and teaching.
Cristine was really challenged and is
looking forward to next
year's BLAST OF BRASS!"
June 20, 1998
Gary Sharp, band director
Parent of a BOB Student |
 "The
BLAST OF BRASS conference offers the opportunity to observe some
of the finest brass players in the country in daily masterclasses
and performances. I can’t think of a better program for high
school brass players to get such a comprehensive view of what it
takes to be successful."
June 19, 2003
Michael
Sachs, principal trumpet
The Cleveland Orchestra
 "BLAST
OF BRASS is an outstanding summer experience for young
people.
It's well organized and has a
fantastic faculty.
Simply, a great musical experience for any young player looking to improve."
John Kitzman, principal trombone
Dallas Symphony Orchestra,
BOB Guest Artist
1998, 1999, 2001, 2003
"BLAST
OF BRASS is a terrific opportunity
for serious young musicians to
be challenged."
June 19. 1999
Chrystal Leamon, horn
Former horn of the New World Symphony
"BLAST OF
BRASS 2001 was an exceptionally well organized brass workshop
hosted by Keith Meek. After presenting a one hour
master class to some very talented brass students, I went on to
observe both large and small brass ensembles putting to
practice what they had learned during the intense week of
lessons, individual practice, and other master classes. Fun,
camaraderie, and outstanding brass performance was apparent at all
times. Congratulations on a job well done."
June 12, 2001
H. Dennis Smith, trombone
Former Solo Trombone with Los Angeles Philharmonic,
Detroit
Symphony, Utah Symphony
and Toledo Symphony.
Professor
emeritus University of Michigan,
BOB 2001 Guest Artist
"I
very much liked the concept of the small
ensembles and the amount of literature was terrific.
Both of my boys are looking
forward to
next year's BLAST OF BRASS!"
Tom Shine, Duncanville High School
Director of Bands, Texas' 1998
"5A" Honor Band,
Parent of two BOB students |
