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Everything Band: Episode 6 - Demondrae Thurman

5/1/2017

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The world renowned euphonium soloist and conductor Demondrae Thurman shares his story and offers a wealth of knowledge and advice on a variety of topics. Of special note is his advice about starting kids on the euphonium, tips for conductors on score preparation and rehearsal techniques, and the story of his collaboration with composer Anthony Barfield and the remarkable Heritage Concerto. 
Topics:
  • Demondrae's early history and musical education
  • The Sotto Voce Tuba Quartet
  • Starting kids on euphonium/baritone
  • Characteristic sound
  • The Samford University Wind Ensemble
  • Score preparation and study
  • Rehearsal techniques
  • The Heritage Concerto by composer Anthony Barfield
  • Advice for young musicians
  • The Brass Band of Battle Creek​

Links:
  • The University of Alabama School of Music
  • The University of Wisconsin School of Music
  • John Stevens, Tuba
  • Mike Forbes, composer and tuba
  • David Childs, euphonium
  • Adam Frey, euphonium
  • Brian Bowman, euphonium
  • Matthew Murchison, euphonium
  • Matthew Tropman, euphonium
  • Doug Bristol Sonata for Euphonium and Piano
  • John Barnes Chance Elegy
  • Paul Hindemith Symphony in B-flat

Biography:
Demondrae Thurman is considered one of the stars of the formidable generation of brass soloists. His euphonium playing has been described as “awe inspiring”, and he is touted as “an amazing musician”.  Demondrae has a firm international reputation as a euphonium soloist having performed in Europe, Asia and throughout North America.  Many of America's premiere colleges and universities have hosted him as a performer and teacher and he continues to be in high demand.

Currently, Demondrae is Associate Professor of Music at Samford University where he teaches low brass,  conducts the Wind Ensemble,  and serves as Director of Graduate Studies. In addition to his duties at Samford University, Demondrae is also on the faculty of the Miraphone Academy, Southeastern Tuba Euphonium Workshop and the National Music Festival Euphonium Workshop. ​
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