HFL 156 Michael Sachs 2nd Interview

Studio HFL: Diving Deep into Trumpet Insights and Industry Chats In this engaging episode of Studio HFL, our host reconnects with devoted listeners and shares exciting news about continuing and upcoming interviews. Reflecting on the journey since 2017, the discussion acknowledges the invaluable support from various sponsors such as Eastman Music Company, S.E. Shires, Chopsaver, Austin Custom Brass, Hammond Design Pickett Blackburn, and Messina Covers, along with generous Patreon subscribers. The interview touches on diverse themes including technical difficulties with Zoom, musical projects, teaching experiences, and the evolving technology in the music world. A passionate conversation about musical instruments, warm-up routines, and the interconnectedness of fundamentals and musical artistry offers a wealth of insights for music enthusiasts and aspiring musicians alike. 00:00 Introduction & Technical Setup 02:36 Ham Radio Discussion 06:10 Northwestern Teaching Model 15:09 Commercial vs Classical Playing 19:15 Mouthpieces & Equipment 24:43 Historic Trumpet Collection 37:20 French & Russian Repertoire 46:02 ITG Conference & Community 48:15 The Sachs Routine Book 58:11 Fundamentals & Musicality 01:00:49 String Players & Phrasing 01:02:48 John Mack & Connecting Notes 01:05:26 Listening & Ensemble Skills 01:07:01 Great Soloists & Singers 01:09:23 Wrap-Up & Future Plans