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The Other Side Of The Bell - A Trumpet Podcast

Bob Reeves Brass Mouthpieces
Trumpet
Bob Reeves Brass
Jazz
Music Education
Trumpet Playing
Jazz History
Jazz Music
Traditional Jazz
Louis Armstrong
Early Jazz Trumpet Players
Brian Swartz
Chicago
Bix Beiderbecke
Classical Music
Holiday Season
International Women's Brass Conference
Composition
Trumpet Techniques
Education
L.A. Music Community

This podcast features trumpet tips, trumpet player interviews, and stories from Bob Reeves.

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This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring trumpet composer, performer and producer Gabriel Johnson, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here:

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This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring historical, classical and jazz trumpeter Brian Shaw, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here:

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This episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring trumpet performer, composer and designer Thomas Gansch, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode also appears as a video episode on our YouTube channel, you can find it here:

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This special episode of The Other Side of the Bell, featuring the trumpet section of the Star Wars Orchestra: Jon Lewis, Barry Perkins, David Washburn, Daniel Rosenboom, Jim Grinta and Rob Schaer, is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass. This episode a... more

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Recent Guests

Gabriel Johnson
American jazz trumpeter; interviewee
Independent musician/Session musician
Episode: Gabriel Johnson: You've Got to be Real with People. Ep. 159
Brian Shaw
Trumpeter; principal/co-principal roles with Dallas Winds, Santa Fe Pro Musica, Spire Baroque Orchestra
Dallas Winds; Santa Fe Pro Musica; Spire Baroque Orchestra
Episode: Brian Shaw: Versatility, Baroque Trumpet and Serendipity. Ep. 158
Thomas Gansch
Trumpeter, founder of Nozel/Nozel Brass, member of Mnozil Brass
Mnozil Brass; Schagerl
Episode: Thomas Gansch: Crafting Innovative Performances and Instruments! Ep. 157
John Lewis
Trumpeter, Star Wars sessions participant
Star Wars soundtrack trumpet section
Episode: Star Wars Special, with the Star Wars Orchestra Trumpet Section! Ep. 156
Barry Perkins
Trumpeter, Star Wars sessions participant
Star Wars soundtrack trumpet section
Episode: Star Wars Special, with the Star Wars Orchestra Trumpet Section! Ep. 156
David Washburn
Trumpeter, Star Wars sessions participant
Star Wars soundtrack trumpet section
Episode: Star Wars Special, with the Star Wars Orchestra Trumpet Section! Ep. 156
Daniel Rosenboom
Trumpeter, Star Wars sessions participant
Star Wars soundtrack trumpet section
Episode: Star Wars Special, with the Star Wars Orchestra Trumpet Section! Ep. 156
Jim Grinta
Trumpeter, Star Wars sessions participant
Star Wars soundtrack trumpet section
Episode: Star Wars Special, with the Star Wars Orchestra Trumpet Section! Ep. 156
Rob Schaer
Trumpeter, Star Wars sessions participant
Star Wars soundtrack trumpet section
Episode: Star Wars Special, with the Star Wars Orchestra Trumpet Section! Ep. 156

Host

John Snell
Trumpet specialist and host at Bob Reeves Brass, guiding in-depth conversations with leading trumpeters across classical, jazz, and film music.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 338 ratings
  • Ep. #139. Amazing!

    Wow, what an interview!

    Thank you, Viennie, for your wonderful sense of humor and the warmth you shared with John. This was truly one of my favorite interviews, this brought me down memory lane in such a meaningful way. What a beautiful testament to who Bob Reeves was, with his genuine care for his clients, and how that same spirit continues to shine today.

    Everything you shared about the attentiveness at Bob Reeves’ shop is absolutely true. A quick story. My good friend Satoru Ohashi from NOL... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carlitos37g
    United States10 months ago
  • Always worth the time!

    It’s fascinating hearing both the commonalities and uniquenesses of these amazing performers and educators. Really motivates me to get to the shed and practice!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gjeilorocks
    United States10 months ago
  • THE BEST TRUMPET PODCAST!

    That’s all I have to say, the wealth of knowledge that is on this podcast is insane!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A_C_1
    United Statesa year ago
  • A wealth of information

    Jon is an expert interviewer and consistent with each guest. I finally finished the most recent episode having listened to every episode this summer from number 1!

    As a professional musician and trumpet player I have learned to much about the business, the instrument, and the lineage. This is a classic podcast of the ages!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Toms MacBook
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent

    Love these podcasts, so well presented and enjoyable. I’ve learned so much and really enjoyed every single episode. Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bazzarine
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Listeners note the high-quality guest roster and practical takeaways for practice and career development.
The host's interviewing style is described as thoughtful and respectful, with strong follow-up questions.
Shows consistently deliver thoughtful questions and deep-dive conversations with top trumpet players.

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Gabriel Johnson: You've Got to be Real with People. Ep. 159
Q: What was your experience like transitioning from self-taught to formal study at NEC, and how did that shape your vocabulary?
He describes NEC as a turning point, meeting teachers like John McNeil and Michael Kane, and later Garzone, which broadened his language to include triadic chromatic concepts and later classical composition. This period shifted his focus from pure ear training to a more nuanced understanding of harmony and texture.
Brian Shaw: Versatility, Baroque Trumpet and Serendipity. Ep. 158
Q: What role did competitions play in your development?
Competitions served as a high-pressure learning environment that pushed me to expand my repertoire, meet influential judges, and gain valuable performance experience, while also teaching me to manage nerves and focus on personal growth rather than the outcome.
Brian Shaw: Versatility, Baroque Trumpet and Serendipity. Ep. 158
Q: How did your education shape your career path?
I moved from a public school music background to private lessons in college, studied at Eastman, and pursued jazz and classical performance concurrently, which prepared me for a flexible career balancing orchestral, jazz, and early music.
Brian Shaw: Versatility, Baroque Trumpet and Serendipity. Ep. 158
Q: What initially drew you to the trumpet and who were your early influences?
I came from a small town in Illinois and was drawn to trumpet after exploring other brass and wind options; Maynard Ferguson was a major early influence, followed by broader exploration through jazz camps and listening to various artists like Wynton Marsalis, Clifford Brown, and Louis Armstrong.
Star Wars Special, with the Star Wars Orchestra Trumpet Section! Ep. 156
Q: How do you prepare for a session during lockdown and adapt to remote recording?
They emphasize practicing with a click, maintaining headspace, and using home setups to stay meshed with the workflow, including remote recording and staying connected to the music and colleagues.

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The show features in-depth conversations with trumpeters across classical, jazz, and pop scenes, exploring career paths, performance philosophy, and practical craft—from practice routines and mouthpiece choices to touring realities and teaching. A recurring thread is versatility: guests move between styles, historical periods, and job roles, while sharing stories about mentorship, entrepreneurship, and the realities of sustaining a life in music. Noteworthy is the shop- and community-backed angle, with a focus on gear, education, and ongoing professional development for players at all levels, as well as occasional roundtable and archival episodes that reveal behind-the-scenes workflows in studio and live settings.

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Recent guests on The Other Side Of The Bell include:

1. Gabriel Johnson
2. Brian Shaw
3. Thomas Gansch
4. John Lewis
5. Barry Perkins
6. David Washburn
7. Daniel Rosenboom
8. Jim Grinta

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