Death and Transfiguration of Our Sanity

Matthew and LaBarrin discuss their recent experiences, including Matthew's European excursion and LaBarrin's attendance at the IDRS Mid-North Conference. They also share their thoughts on reed profiling and its impact on their reed-making process. The conversation covers a range of topics including reed-making, orchestra performances, and personal experiences with music. Both speakers share insights into their recent gigs and the challenges they faced. They also discuss the impact of specific orchestra pieces on their musical journeys. The conversation covers a range of topics including musical performances, anxiety, and health concerns. The hosts share personal experiences and insights related to performance anxiety, health anxiety, and the impact of chronic illness on musical performances. They also discuss the differences between jazz and classical musicians in handling performance stress.