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NEW VIDEO COURSE 🤩 @ensembleblock is proud to present Paul Rennick’s new online masterclass, where he shares his approach to teaching, playing, and composition to broaden your perspectives on creativity, empathy, and finding joy in your everyday work.

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Hey TMEA Altos, you need to see this! 🎶

@ariellesword shares a must-know tip on how and when to take a quick sip of air during the etude. (Great for wind players too!)

Watch the full lesson video on @ensembleblock. Create your FREE account today! 👇 by @ensembleblock

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Sopranos auditioning for TMEA—this one is for you! 🎶

Soprano educator @eppleyjs breaks down the physical adjustments you need to master the higher registers.

If you’ve been struggling with those upper notes, this tip could be a game-changer for you!

Watch all of Johanna’s masterclass videos at ensembleblock.com/tmea. Log in or create your FREE account today! 🚀 by @ensembleblock

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Micah Bell is an electrifying trumpet player who has shared the stage with music royalty like Aretha Franklin, Johnny Mathis, and Branford Marsalis. A former member of the famed One O’Clock Lab Band, his incredible versatility extends from elite jazz ensembles to international stages as a highly commissioned composer. He brings this immense depth of professional artistry directly to the next generation of Texas musicians.

Currently, Mr. Bell serves as Professor of Trumpet and Jazz at Tyler Junior College. He maintains a highly active schedule as a freelance trumpet player, composer, and arranger throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex and East Texas. He also performs regularly as a member of several prominent ensembles, including the Metroplexity Big Band, Essimar Trio, and Omni Brass.

Texas jazz students can elevate their audition preparation by learning directly from this outstanding video contributor. Watch his free All-State audition prep videos today at ensembleblock.com/tmea

micahbellmusic.com by @ensembleblock

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New release from @ensembleblock!
🎵 𝗪𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲 by 𝗧𝗝𝗘𝗔. 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝗱. , performed by @dr_utah_hamrick

Get the full breakdown + 𝐓𝐌𝐄𝐀 performance + lesson clips for Band— 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 at 𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸.𝗰𝗼𝗺/𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗮 by @ensembleblock

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Dr. Utah Hamrick has spent over two decades anchoring the central Texas music scene as an exceptional freelance bassist. He has shared the stage with legendary artists like Willie Nelson and Houston Person, and toured internationally with composer Graham Reynolds. His deep performance roots make him an incredible guide for young musicians looking to elevate their playing.

Currently, Dr. Hamrick serves as the Director of Jazz Studies at Texas State University. He leads the university‘s Jazz Ensemble and actively teaches jazz bass, pedagogy, and history. He continues to perform across a diverse range of ensembles, from jazz groups to the Austin Symphony.

Texas jazz students can learn directly from Dr. Hamrick as they prepare for auditions. Watch his free All-State audition prep videos today at ensembleblock.com/tmea.

@dr_utah_hamrick | Youtube: @utahhamrick by @ensembleblock

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Let’s sing along with @dustin_barks on the Choir Etude for bass! 🎶 Don't worry if it feels fast—he slows it down so you can practice with confidence. 😊

Master the entire TMEA repertoire (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bass, and sight-singing)! Log in to your @ensembleblock account or create your free account today to access all lesson and reference recordings. by @ensembleblock

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New release from @ensembleblock!
🎷 𝗔𝗹𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗮𝘅𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗘𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲 𝟭 by 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁, performed by @sarahrobertssax

Get the full breakdown + 𝐓𝐌𝐄𝐀 performance + lesson clips for Band— 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 at 𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸.𝗰𝗼𝗺/𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗮 by @ensembleblock

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New release from @ensembleblock!
🥁𝗝𝗮𝘇𝘇 𝗗𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗘𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲 𝟭 by 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘁𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗴 , performed by @stocktonhelbing

Get the full breakdown + 𝐓𝐌𝐄𝐀 performance + lesson clips for Band— 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 at 𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸.𝗰𝗼𝗺/𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗮 by @ensembleblock

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ATSSB Mallets, Tip 4: “SLURRED ROLLS.” Please share! AXE ‘EM JACKS!! 💜 https://youtube.com/shorts/wazsqJ3Tbzo?is=BPxKH8OT6vcAgiez @sfasu @sfasumusic @sfapercussionstudio @evansdrumheads @yamahamusicusa @tycoonpercussion @zildjiancompany @vicfirth @blackswamppercussion @atssbtx @ensembleblock taken in Stephen F. Austin State University by @ensembleblock

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Can you sing along to this? Does it help when you can see the notation?

For TMEA soprano, alto, tenor, bass, and sight-singing lesson and reference recordings, log in to your @ensembleblock account today or create your free account. by @ensembleblock

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Stockton Helbing is a phenomenal drummer and bandleader who first exploded onto the national stage as the music director and drummer for jazz legend Maynard Ferguson. He later anchored the rhythm section for Tonight Show icon Doc Severinsen and has performed with powerhouse groups ranging from Erykah Badu to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. His explosive groove and deep commercial experience bring a masterclass-level perspective to percussion education.

Currently, Mr. Helbing teaches drum set at the University of North Texas and drum set and jazz history at the University of Texas Arlington. He stays highly active across the region through his jazz outreach project, the Helbing Jazz Initiative, which delivers masterclasses to thousands of student musicians. He also continues to compose, produce, and release acclaimed solo albums.

Texas jazz students can lock in their rhythm section technique by learning directly from this incredible video contributor. Watch his free All-State audition prep videos today at ensembleblock.com/tmea

@stocktonhelbing |stocktonhelbing.com by @ensembleblock

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