Episode 20: "Bell's Palsy Was the Best Thing to Happen to My Trumpet Playing” with Ron D’Angelo

Send us a textIn July of 2020, audiologist and freelancing trumpeter Ron D'Angelo was playing golf with his family when later that day he felt something was off on the left side of his face. His first doctor thought he had had a stroke. Luckily it wasn't a stroke, but it did end up being Bell's Palsy. In this episode Ron shares with us the road to his recovery, and how this event actually helped him IMPROVE as a trumpet player. He shares with us the importance of the mentors, his being our friend Bobby Shew. He tells us how talent sometimes slows down developmentHe shares his experience being a full time audiologist and trumpet player at the same time, and how that informed his experience with Bell's Palsy. I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did!Trust the Process!Takeaways:Having a teacher or coach to observe and guide your playing is important to ensure you're on the right path and to correct any misconceptions about your technique.Recovering from an injury requires patience and a willingness to let the neuromuscular connections reestablish themselves.Exposure to cold air may have a connection to Bell's palsy, possibly activating dormant virus activity in individuals who have had chickenpox or shingles in the past.Finding fulfillment in other musical activities during times of injury can help musicians stay musically engaged and grow as individuals.The right equipment and sound concept can enhance a player's performance, but it's important to avoid dogmatic beliefs and find what works best for each individual.Resilience, patience, and staying true to the music are key in overcoming injuries and continuing to pursue a musical career.If you are a musician going through injury, a music educator trying to help one, or a musician just trying to make it in life, then you need to listen to EVERY episode of this up and coming show! Join our Facebook support group here Subscribe now and let's embark on this transformative journey together! Follow us on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/trust_the_process_podcast?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qr Check us out on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554440125506&mibextid=2JQ9oc Email me with guest suggestions and other feedback at [email protected] Visit our YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/@TrusttheProcessPodcast24 Follow us on Apple Podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trust-the-process-podcast/id1721949982 Follow us on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/show/5A7ZZCy5VKVccCfTAJ3PiK?si=ZNhVU28LQAy8ZRRToRBowQ Discl...