Final Class

Today, for our final class meeting of the semester, we enjoyed student presentations on professional brass ensembles. The three groups featured were the Giannini Brass (Chris); Sotto Voce (Blaine); and the TransAtlantic Horn Quartet (Jessica).

Things we learned:

• If your ensemble spends the time and money to create a promotional DVD, be sure it is compatible with all operating systems.
• Be sure to proof-read and edit all promotional materials!
• Some of the most significant and meaningful contributions these ensembles have made were due to being creative and interdisciplinary.
• Keep publicity materials as up to date as possible
  
• Don't expect to make a lot of money as a professional musician - so do it for the love of music.