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That's Not Spit, It's Condensation!

Ryan Beach
Music Education
Trumpet
Audition Preparation
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra
Personal Development
Auditions
Embouchure
Mouthpiece Design
Sound Production
Performing Arts
Trumpet Competitions
Trumpet Playing
Emotional Connection In Music
UMKC
LSU
Maggio Method
Mental Preparation
Venncad
Band Directing
Symphony Orchestra Life

“That’s Not Spit, It’s Condensation” is a weekly podcast with conversations and discussions about all things music. In it, we’ll peel back the layers of what makes great musicians great, hoping to inspire others to achieve their maximum potential.thatsnotspit.com

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Dr. Jordi Albert has spent 27 years researching trumpet performance, trumpet pedagogy, and musician health. After working with over 1,500 trumpet players — from beginners to professionals — he has developed a research-backed methodology for solving t... more

Tuba professor and Bluecoats drum corps instructor Dr. Genevieve Clarkson joins the podcast to talk about what it really means to be a great music teacher. From purposeful practice and growth mindset to the unexpected lessons learned teaching at the ... more

Praised as “brilliant…impeccable” by the New York Times and a musician  of “effortless understated virtuosity” by The Chicago Tribune, Christopher Martin is Principal Trumpet of the New York Philharmonic. Prior to this, he was Principal Trumpet of th... more

In this episode, I'm sitting down with composer and trumpeter Kevin McKee to talk about his journey from trumpet performance to composition, how his playing background shapes his writing, and what makes his music so idiomatic and enjoyable to play. W... more

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Recent Guests

Jordi Albert
Trumpeter and researcher focused on high-performance trumpet playing and learning difficulties
International Trumpet Research Project / Research Center
Episode: #202: Jordi Albert - What 1500 Trumpet Players Taught This PhD About Getting Unstuck
Genevieve Clarkson
Dr. Genevieve Clarkson, tuba/euphonium professor at Oklahoma City University; lead brass instructor with the Bluecoats Drum Corps
Oklahoma City University; Bluecoats Drum & Bugle Corps
Episode: #201: Dr. Genevieve Clarkson - What Drum Corps Taught This Tuba Professor About Teaching
Chris Martin
Principal Trumpet, New York Philharmonic
New York Philharmonic
Episode: #200: Chris Martin - NY Phil Principal Trumpet's Practice System
Dr. Molly Gebrian
A violist and expert who teaches classes on the science of practicing.
New England Conservatory
Episode: #198: Dr. Molly Gebrian - Why Your Practice Isn't Working (According to Science)
Dr. Doug Lindsey
Trumpet professor at Oklahoma University, known for his extensive involvement in brass band communities and pedagogy for trumpet playing
Oklahoma University
Episode: #192: Doug Lindsey - Master Lip Trills and Unlock Effortless Trumpet Technique
Victor Djonorh
Director of Bands at Summit Middle School and Assistant Band Director at Edmond Santa Fe.
Summit Middle School / Edmond Santa Fe
Episode: #191: Victor Djonorh - What Middle School Band Directors Really Do (And Why It Matters)
Doug McVey
Founder and mouthpiece engineer at Venture Mouthpieces
Venture Mouthpieces
Episode: #189: Is Vennture the Future of Mouthpiece Design for Trumpet Players? | Doug McVey
Will Baker
A newly appointed bass trombonist with the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
Lyric Opera of Chicago
Episode: #186: What It Really Takes To Win A Top Opera Job (Trombone Edition) | Will Baker
Grace O'Connell
Graduate student at Yale University, a trumpet player known for her success in solo competitions.
Yale University
Episode: #184: Preparing For Solo Competitions and Handling Failure | Grace O'Connell

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Ryan Beach
Host with a notable focus on music performance and education, guiding discussions that seek to inspire and educate listeners about personal growth in musicianship.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 151 ratings
  • Fantastic!

    Mr. Beach’s podcast is a fantastic resource for trumpeters of all ages and abilities. Trumpet playing and music making can be such a tricky task, and hearing the perspectives of all these

    pros is often enlightening and inspiring. Please keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BudHersethFan
    United States10 months ago
  • Listen to this podcast (but you still shouldn't drink it)

    UPDATE: 150 episodes in and I’m still hooked. The introductory material is just as iconic today as it was in episode one. The production value was super high then and is even higher now. There’s even sponsors!

    Still comfortable. Still safe. Still just condensation.

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    Episode one review:

    Two episodes in and I'm hooked. Amazing introductory material, closing themes, and world famous guests. The host has the kind of voice that makes you feel warm inside. Comfortable. Safe. Not at all thr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    andystetson
    United States4 years ago
  • Most inspiring podcast I have ever listened too

    Ryan does an excellent job at bringing in other professionals (mostly musicians) to talk about their stories. It is amazing to hear how Ryan is learning from his colleagues and what the general listener can learn! This IS NOT a podcast for musicians, but rather a podcast for anyone who wants to learn about ways to take different life approaches. 10/10 recommend and I hope you can learn something!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bcolmark
    United States6 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    If you’re a musician or just a person trying to better themselves in any way this podcast is a great choice. Ryan does a great job interviewing people from all facets of the music world, documenting their experiences in their field. Though I’m a musician and teacher my favorite episodes are when he’s talking about life and self-improvement. My favorite was when he talked about its not the critic who counts. With that said, Ryan does an excellent job and you’re only going to leave encouraged and ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJ96K
    United States6 years ago
  • This podcast is one of the best resources for any musician.

    The stories I hear in this podcast are not only informative, but inspiring. I always listen to a few episodes leading up to an audition or an important performance. A professor showed me the podcast and, since then, I have been a big fan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tucker S Showkeir
    United States6 years ago

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#202: Jordi Albert - What 1500 Trumpet Players Taught This PhD About Getting Unstuck
Q: Can you summarize the first practical steps someone should take when they encounter a learning difficulty in trumpet playing?
Accept the situation, trust your professor, and understand that learning difficulties are a normal part of development; then work on the inner hearing and imagery before altering embouchure or biomechanics.
#200: Chris Martin - NY Phil Principal Trumpet's Practice System
Q: What is your two-part daily practice routine?
First, build outward from the trumpet with air activation and lip articulation; second, practice creative, problem-solving approaches to the excerpts, treating practice as writing a personal manual.
#200: Chris Martin - NY Phil Principal Trumpet's Practice System
Q: How do you define a successful performance and what do you look for in preparation?
A performance is successful when the music transcends the technical demands and the performer communicates honestly, making the audience feel the musical story rather than the mechanics.
#199: Kevin McKee - From Trumpet to Composer (Centennial Horizon)
Q: How do you envision the character or emotion changes in your compositions?
McKee believes it's essential to keep the music engaging, often ensuring there's a build-up from softer to more dramatic sections.
#199: Kevin McKee - From Trumpet to Composer (Centennial Horizon)
Q: What advice would you give young people interested in composing?
McKee suggests to write music that one enjoys and to finish the pieces they start, emphasizing the importance of getting a good recording of their work.

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2. Genevieve Clarkson
3. Chris Martin
4. Dr. Molly Gebrian
5. Dr. Doug Lindsey
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7. Doug McVey
8. Will Baker

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