7-Best Bloo Ballad (Part 1)
In this episode, we’re going to discuss some of the results of the seeding round for our Best Bluecoats Ballad Contest. We’ll breakdown the trumpet & mellophone brackets and discuss our thoughts on some of the matchups, as well as talk about any unique stories about the corps during those years. Episode includes Bob Chreste, Derek Gipson, Dave MacKinnon, and Doug Thrower.
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The Bluecoats Brass Podcast is produced by Bob Chreste, with production support from Derek Gipson and the Bluecoats brass staff. Web and digital editors are Elizabeth Clayton and Josh Clements. Our executive producer is Mike Scott.
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6-April Camp in the Cloud
We recently finished our first Bluecoats Camp in the Cloud and we’ve got a few members of the 2020 brass line to discuss their experience in making this year’s line as well as what they thought about our first virtual camp. We also introduce our new contest to determine the best Bluecoats ballad! Episode includes Bob Chreste, Kendall McNelly, Finley Muela, and Akorede Akinola.
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The Bluecoats Brass Podcast is produced by Bob Chreste, with production support from Derek Gipson and the Bluecoats brass staff. Web and digital editors are Elizabeth Clayton and Josh Clements. Our executive producer is Mike Scott.
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5-We're in this Together
Relationships are one of the most important aspects in our life. In this episode we discuss the great relationships between some of the best brass educators in DCI. We’ve got the brass caption heads from the top 3 brass lines of 2019 (Carolina Crown, Bluecoats, and The Cavaliers). There’s a common thread that connects us and many other caption heads in DCI. We also discuss how things were going for the 2020 season for each of us, as well as plans for content in the coming months, and how to support each of our organizations through these challenging times. Episode includes Bob Chreste, Derek Gipson, Matt Harloff, and Kevin LeBoeuf.
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The Bluecoats Brass Podcast is produced by Bob Chreste, with production support from Derek Gipson and the Bluecoats brass staff. Web and digital editors are Elizabeth Clayton and Josh Clements. Our executive producer is Mike Scott.
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4-Chop Maintenance
While we’re all at home, it’s important for musicians to maintain their playing ability. In this episode we discuss the importance of creating a plan and ideas to continue to improve individually as well as virtual ensemble ideas. Episode includes Bob Chreste, Kris Hammond, and Kevin Fenske.
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The Bluecoats Brass Podcast is produced by Bob Chreste, with production support from Derek Gipson and the Bluecoats brass staff. Web and digital editors are Elizabeth Clayton and Josh Clements. Our executive producer is Mike Scott.
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BONUS-Coronavirus & the 2020 DCI Season
The world has been rocked by the coronavirus pandemic. One result of this is the cancellation of the 2020 DCI summer tour. This unprecedented, but necessary move, has created an emotional rollercoaster for many involved in the drum corps activity. In this bonus episode, we discuss the impacts of the cancellation on both the activity, as well as the Bluecoats specifically. We will discuss its effect on many facets of our organization, including the administration, the designers, the staff, and the members. Episode includes Bob Chreste, Mike Scott, Genevieve Geisler, Jon Vanderkolff, and Nick Kneupper.
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The Bluecoats Brass Podcast is produced by Bob Chreste, with production support from Derek Gipson and the Bluecoats brass staff. Web and digital editors are Elizabeth Clayton and Josh Clements. Our executive producer is Mike Scott.
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3-Our Approach to Intonation: BMT
In this episode, we discuss some traditional approaches to intonation, as well as our approach at the Bluecoats, BMT. There are positives and negatives to all different temperaments, however, we believe ours is easier to teach, while still creating a great brass ensemble sound. No matter which temperament you choose, each student must start with the ability to play each note in tune. Episode includes Bob Chreste, Derek Gipson & Bob Higgins.
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The Bluecoats Brass Podcast is produced by Bob Chreste, with production support from Derek Gipson and the Bluecoats brass staff. Web and digital editors are Elizabeth Clayton and Josh Clements. Our executive producer is Mike Scott.
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2-The Importance of Breathe, Sing, Buzz
In this episode, we dig into the first part of our daily warmup routine. “BSB” or Breathe, Sing, Buzz is an extremely important part of finding our sound each day at the Bluecoats. We offer several suggestions of exercises and tips to use in your individual practice or with your own music program. Episode includes Bob Chreste, Derek Gipson, Patrick Geren & Kristen Eck.
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The Bluecoats Brass Podcast is produced by Bob Chreste, with production support from Derek Gipson and the Bluecoats brass staff. Web and digital editors are Elizabeth Clayton and Josh Clements. Our executive producer is Mike Scott.
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1-Intro to the Bluecoats Brass
In our first episode, we introduce the primary teaching staff of the Bluecoats brass as well as take a look at how we set up the brass line and a little insight to the 2020 season! Episode includes Bob Chreste, Derek Gipson, and Joni Perez.
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The Bluecoats Brass Podcast is produced by Bob Chreste, with production support from Derek Gipson and the Bluecoats brass staff. Web and digital editors are Elizabeth Clayton and Josh Clements. Our executive producer is Mike Scott.
Copyright 2020 - Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps, Inc. All Rights Reserved.