Episode 90: Hanging With Graham Breedlove

<p>My guest for this episode is Graham Breedlove. &nbsp;</p> <p>Graham is a musical chef. Raised in the rich cultural gumbo that is Louisiana, Graham has stayed true to his roots by creating a tasty mix of musical influences. Whether it’s cooking on stage with the Army Blues Big Band, blazing with a combo, or spreading the gospel of jazz in the classroom, Graham is certain to get your head bobbin’ and your feet tappin’. &nbsp;</p> <p>Check out what Graham has to say about Louisiana music, combining musical influences, modern influences, personal responsibility and musical amoebas, programming to balance innovation with connection, approaching solos like a conversation, entering the world of DC military bands, the educational impact of The Army Blues, teamwork in The Army Blues Trumpet section, comparing big band to small band playing, the lost art of section playing, what the future holds, filling the holes in the world of jazz education, being a mature musician, and so much more.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;So pour yourself a big glass, pull up a chair, and laissez les bon temps rouler!&nbsp;</p> <p>--------------------------------------------------------------&nbsp;</p> <p>Follow the U.S. Army Blues at <a href="https://www.usarmyband.com/ensembles/the-u-s-army-blues " target="_blank">https://www.usarmyband.com/ensembles/the-u-s-army-blues&nbsp;</a></p> <p>Get to know Graham at <a href="https://www.grahambreedlove.com/" target="_blank">https://www.grahambreedlove.com/</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>Sound like a million bucks without breaking the bank with Barkley Microphones: <a href="http://barkleymic.com/ " target="_blank">http://barkleymic.com/&nbsp;</a></p> <p>Let Vennture Mouthpieces help you on your search for the perfect mouthpiece. Use the code "TRUMPETGURUS21" to get 10% off your purchase: <a href="https://www.vennture.mp/" target="_blank">https://www.vennture.mp/</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>If you play hard, you need to make sure you show your chops some love with Robinson's Remedies products: <a href="//bit.ly/ChopLove" target="_blank