Just got called to play w/ a big band tonight

derekph · Posted: Tue Aug 20, 2002 2:15 pm Post subject:

I'll be reading the solo trumpet book (I think). Any suggestions, thoughts?

BeboppinFool · Posted: Tue Aug 20, 2002 2:56 pm Post subject:

Yeah, maybe you could show up on time and take your trumpet and mutes, and maybe even your flugelhorn. And don't be in a big hurry to leave afterward, either. Getting to know the guys is every bit as important as doing well musically.

Hope you have fun!

Rich
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Nicholas Dyson · Posted: Tue Aug 20, 2002 3:16 pm Post subject:

derekph · Posted: Tue Aug 20, 2002 3:27 pm Post subject:

Thanks guys. That is funny about the mutes. I got a stern talking to in front of a different big band from the leader because I didn't have my straight mute with me. Oops. I haven't forgotten it since. Then again, I haven't used it since.

SHS_Trumpet · Posted: Tue Aug 20, 2002 4:09 pm Post subject:

First off what the other posters said is straight on. It's always imprtant to remember that when you get called to a gig, how you act can get you more gigs. If you act like an arse then they won't be calling back. I like to visit with the people and be as friendly as possible I have been paid extra for being "nice". Good luck on your gig....
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SHS_Trumpet · Posted: Tue Aug 20, 2002 4:10 pm Post subject:

First off what the other posters said is straight on. It's always imprtant to remember that when you get called to a gig, how you act can get you more gigs. If you act like an arse then they won't be calling back. I like to visit with the people and be as friendly as possible I have been paid extra for being "nice". Good luck on your gig....
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MYNWA
"90% of trumpet music is below high C"

jhatpro · Posted: Tue Aug 20, 2002 4:58 pm Post subject:

you've probably already played the gig/rehearsal, but maybe these tips will help next time:

1. warm up before you get there
2. buzz in the car on the way
3. be friendly, but don't be goofy
4. just in case the leader's a neatnik, bring a sports section to drain your horn on
5. put your case and your spare horn where you can see it
6. forget your straight mute, but bring a cup and a harmon without the stem
7. remember you'll play sharp with a mute in
8. take in plenty of air and don't blow out your chops on the first couple of tunes
9. leave some space in your solos
10. afterward, you buy the beer.

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dwm1129 · Posted: Tue Aug 20, 2002 9:01 pm Post subject:

I was just going to say bring a pencil!.....I am always amazed at how many people never have one and miss cuts and then are asking to borrow yours.............Anyways how did it go? fill us in

derekph · Posted: Tue Aug 20, 2002 10:42 pm Post subject:

Just got back from the gig. It went really well. If anyone is from around Detroit, I highly recommend seeing the Scott Gwinell Orchestra. They play on the east side of Detroit at a place called the Cadieux Cafe every Tues.
Anyway, I got moved to 4th part when I got there cause there was a more capable/experienced guy subbing for one of the other players. This I was fine with; I'm not a burning bebop soloist by any means...yet. I got one solo on an arrangement of Milestones. It was insanely fast, but I think I faired alright. I just relaxed and played what I could.
I've been dying to play in that band for a while so it was nice to get the call. I'll be moving in with the band leader/piano player in a couple weeks. Maybe I'll be able to sit in the section full time in the future.
Thanks everyone for your thoughts.