RYAN KERWIN
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Brass Pedagogy Articles

"My Brass Is Already Chopped Out": Metaphors and Strategies for Fostering Brass Students' Endurance

This research compiles approaches inspired by master brass teachers including Arnold Jacobs, Vincent Chicowicz, and Phillip Farkas to offer practical rehearsal strategies ensemble directors can use to help their developing brass players achieve reliable endurance. The presentation was featured at the 2023 WVMEA conference and provided detailed explanations of the causes and symptoms of fatigue in developing brass students and an analysis of common metaphors brass players and teachers have used to teach brass-playing endurance. 

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Teaching Cues Handout
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Key Takeaways from Vincent Chicowicz: Flow Studies, Vol.1

This article summarizes important pedagogical insights form the recent collection of etudes and pedagogical wisdom of Vincent Chicowicz published by Studio 239 Publications.

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Re-learning Embouchure Fundamentals: A Guide for Players Overcoming Embouchure Overuse Syndrome

This article presents an overview of embouchure technique, embouchure overuse syndrome, and practical advice for reclaiming your facility after an embouchure injury.

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