Brian BlumeJul 30, 20177 minThe rise of the percussionist-composerThis is an adaptation of a talk I gave at LKLD Live June 9, 2017, at the Bite-Size Boom percussion concert put on by the Imperial Symphon...
Brian BlumeFeb 27, 20174 minQuestions to ask when learning a piece of musicUnless you have a) learned all the music there is to learn in this world, or b) chosen that you don't want to learn any more music in you...
Brian BlumeDec 19, 20133 minReflections on my first semester as a college professorIt's over. The fall semester at Southeastern University wrapped up last week with final exams, juries, and Fall Commencement. Campus has ...
Brian BlumeMay 1, 20113 minHow teaching can make you a better playerI have had the privilege of teaching music/percussion for 8 years in a variety of settings. And I can tell you with great certainty that ...
Brian BlumeFeb 6, 20112 minBeyond Basic PercussionHave you ever been teaching a percussion ensemble or working with a student and one of these happens? The kid playing the chimes is facin...
