Retraining Links

Alexander Technique International
http://www.ati-net.com/
This site contains valuable information about the Alexander Technique and resources for finding a teacher.

Andover Educators
http://www.bodymap.org/
This is the official web site for body mapping for musicians.  Bios of teachers, listings of events and an extensive reading list are included.

Feldenkrais Information
http://www.feldenkrais-resources.com/
This site is a good introduction to the movement therapy known as Feldenkrais.  Named after its originator, Moshe Feldenkrais, this method helps people escape habitual patterns of misuse of their bodies.

Piano Map
http://www.pianomap.com/
Andover Educator Tom Mark maintains this site which contains more valuable information about body mapping.

Poised for Life
http://www.poisedforlife.com/index.htm
This is another site maintained by an Andover Educator.  Hornist David Nesmith is a talented Alexander teacher and offers many events in the Columbus, OH area.

What the Bleep
http://www.whatthebleep.com/
This web site was created after the release of the movie by the same name.  The message of the movie is to allow oneself to be open to the possibility that we are capable of more than what may seem obvious.

 

Publishers and Educational Resources

Kagarice Brass Editions
http://www.kagarice.com/
Publisher of brass music including my “Daily Routines for Trombone”.

Northern Arizona University School of Music
http://www.cal.nau.edu/music/index.htm
At this site you can access information about my studio and the program at NAU where I am on faculty.

Tune-Up Systems
http://www.tuneupsystems.com/
This is simply the best tool for improving intonation.

Windsong Press
http://www.windsongpress.com/
This web site is devoted to the teachings of Arnold Jacobs and includes many publications and breathing aids for sale.

 

Trombone Links

International Trombone Association
http://www.ita-web.org/
This is the official site for the ITA featuring articles, information about the ITA workshops, competitions and a special section with resources available to members only.

Online Trombone Journal
http://www.trombone.org/
A terrific site with articles, information and a very active and well organized chat room with many available experts on a myriad of topics.