Podcast

Saxophone Academy

Arts, Performing Arts

Dr. Wally Wallace and Susan Fancher discuss creative strategies for saxophone performance and pedagogy.

Episodes
68
Releases
Monthly
Typical length
46 min
On air since
2019
Latest episode
1 month ago

Episodes

68 episodes, newest first

  1. Strange Lights!

    Episode 68

    Show notes

    Dr. Sue's NEWEST album is out: Strange Lights! Available through Neuma records and all streaming platforms! https://neumarecords.bandcamp.com/album/strange-lights

    37 min
  2. Silent Practice and Rhythmic Strategies.

    Episode 67

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue discuss modern silent practice tools (Emeo and Travel Sax) and exercises for improving rhythm and feel!

    46 min
  3. Saxophone Summer Secrets

    Episode 66

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat about the ultimate summer saxophone camp, warmups from around the world, and the SECRET SAUCE for great performance!

    47 min
  4. Chasing Sax Outliers

    Episode 65

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat about Saxophone Outliers and why are students are driving us nuts. Upcoming projects, reviews, and more!

    45 min
  5. 1,000 Saxophonists walk into a bar...

    Episode 64

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat about North America's giant saxophone conference, amazing performances, and raising our standards.

    49 min
  6. Dr. Jonathan Helton: The French Connection!

    Episode 63

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat with Jonathan Helton, Professor of Saxophone at the University of Florida! What makes a great career in performance? What collaborations are the ticket to fame and fortune? How humid is it in Florida? All this and more!

    1 hr 1 min
  7. Practicing Creativity with Dr. Nicki Roman!

    Episode 62

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat with Dr. Nicki about the art of creativity, improvisation, burnout, practice planning and MUCH more!

    57 min
  8. One Giant Saxophonic Leap!!

    Episode 61

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue review the New CD from the Moanin' Frogs: One Giant Leap! Go buy a copy and support these amazing saxophone ambassadors: https://www.bigroundrecords.com/catalog/br8996/#track-listing

    44 min
  9. The World's Largest Saxophone School, with Nigel McGill!

    Episode 60

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat with a man who has helped more adults learn the saxophone than, perhaps, anyone on earth?! Explore the strategies of teaching adult learners with the legend, Nigel McGill!

    58 min
  10. Electric Sax Pants

    Episode 59

    Show notes

    Dr. Sue and Dr. Wally chat about music for electronics, new gear, and old friends.

    45 min
  11. Developing Artistry with Dr. Heidi Radtke!

    Episode 58

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat with Dr. Heidi about developing your sound, refining artistry, and pursuing a career in music.

    53 min
  12. Learning Jazz

    Episode 57

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue share 3 pillars to transition from a classical to jazz player. Check out the livestream of Sue's latest concert: https://www.youtube.com/live/leCoRDrn75U?feature=shared

    51 min
  13. Fast Etudes and Faster Fingers

    Episode 56

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue break down learning the blistering new etudes from Jenni Watson - download for free here: https://www.thesaxophoneacademy.com/Watson

    39 min
  14. Gettin' Chops Back and Mailbag questions!

    Episode 55

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue answer your questions about getting back into shape, soprano fingerings, C-melody saxophones and other nonsense.

    46 min
  15. New Etudes and More (free .pdf download)

    Episode 54

    Show notes

    https://www.thesaxophoneacademy.com/Watson

    35 min
  16. Under Pressure: Sue's Soapbox

    Episode 53

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue discuss the importance of applied pressure to applicable applications of applied saxophonics. Also, sue gets Angry.

    37 min
  17. Groundhog Deja Vu

    Episode 52

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat about the magic of repeated performances and answer YOUR questions!

    49 min
  18. Measure Impossible!

    Episode 51

    Show notes

    You know that one impossible measure? That bit of an etude? That horrendous lick? Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat strategies to save your sanity and reputation. Well, at least your sanity.

    45 min
  19. 5 Keys to a GREAT Rehearsal

    Episode 50

    Show notes

    Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue share the secrets to a fun and productive rehearsal. Preparation, planning, patience and another word that doesn't start with "p".

    44 min
  20. Practice Secrets

    Episode 49

    Show notes

    We're back! Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue share practice secrets: 3 strategies to make your studio time more effective! There's also other nonsense, that's not a secret.

    43 min

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