When practicing a difficult technical passage, be sure to fragment. Play the first four notes ten consecutive times without errors. Then practice the next four notes the same way. Fuse these two groups together and continue working in this manner. Use a metronome.

Sunday, January 31 2010

With the BONE SOCIETY

Masterclass and concert with the Belgium Bone Society. Masterclass 14h-17h or 2-5pm Concert at 19:15pm or 7:15pm For more info: email mentens.j@gmail.com

Location: Beringen, Belgium
Venue: Casino Beringen
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Sunday, February 7 2010

Visit to Franz Liszt Academy

Working the students of Prof. Gustav Hoena.

Location: Budapest, Hungary
Venue: Franz Liszt Academy
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Friday, April 9 2010

World Premiere

Composed by Sam Pilafian. A new duo concerto written especially for Joseph Alessi and Marshall Gilkes. With the New Mexico Wind Symphony

Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
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