The Brass Junkies

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TBJ223: Gail Williams

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Find everything Gail Williams has done with The Brass Junkies: https://brassjunkies.com/gail-williams Get something interesting from the world of brass every week in The

Oct 15
1 h 33 min

The Brass Junkies: Season Three Preview

The Brass Junkies is back for Season Three. After 222 episodes and a long pause following the loss of my co-host and dear friend Lance LaDuke, the show returns with a n

Oct 9
11 min

TBJ222: A Tribute to Lance LaDuke

The Brass Junkies is coming back! Andrew announces Season 3 (launching spring 2026) with a new format, then reads a heartfelt tribute to Lance LaDuke covering his legen

Nov 28 2025
36 min

TBJ221: TBJ Gives Thanks

Andrew is joined by seven brass players who share thoughts about a musician they were thankful for in 2023. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ S

Jan 5 2024
1 h 05 min

TBJ220: Myles Blakemore of The United States Navy Band

Andrew and guest co-host Dr. Michael W. Nickens are joined by trombonist Myles Blakemore of The United States Navy Band Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebras

Oct 31 2023
1 h 08 min

TBJ219: Jen Oliverio

Andrew and guest co-host Buddy Deshler are joined by trumpeter, coronetist, and flugelhornist Jen Oliverio Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Sh

Sep 29 2023
1 h 01 min

TBJ218: Ryan McGeorge of "The President's Own" Marine Band

Andrew is joined by Ryan McGeorge, euphonium player for "The President's Own" Marine Band Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http:/

Sep 15 2023
1 h 16 min

TBJ217: Marcus Grant

Andrew and guest co-host Michael Nickens are joined by trumpeter and composer Marcus Grant. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http

Aug 31 2023
1 h 13 min

TBJ216: Listener's Choice - All Things Sam

This Listener's Choice is all questions about the late, great Sam Pilafian. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/thebrassjunkies/ Show Notes ► http://www.brassjunk

Jul 31 2023
1 h 15 min

TBJ215: Luke Spence

Andrew is joined by trumpet player Dr. Luke Spence, fresh off playing in a dream team trumpet section for the first ever performances of the International Pride Orchestra

Jul 1 2023
1 h 21 min

TBJ214: Jamie Lipton, John Caputo + Betsy Jones on All Things NABBA

Andrew is joined by three phenomenal euphonium players, Jamie Lipton, John Caputo and Betsy Hones, to talk all NABBA and the British-style brass band scene in the US. Be

Apr 28 2023
1 h 17 min

TBJ213: Jeff Conner from the Brass Career Intensive

Trumpet player Jeff Conner of Boston Brass joined Andrew for a session on building a world-class chamber ensemble at the Brass Career Intensive. Become a Patron ► https:/

Apr 13 2023
1 h 07 min

TBJ212: Kelly Langenberg

Horn player and very-soon-to-be Doctor Kelly Langenberg joins Andrew and special guest co-host Jeff Nelsen of Canadian Brass to talk about horn and the challenges of bein

Mar 30 2023
1 h 12 min

TBJ211: Zenas Kim-Banther

Phenomenal trombonist Zenas Kim-Banther joins Andrew and special guest co-host Jim Nova to talk about trombone and horses. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/theb

Mar 16 2023
1 h 12 min

TBJ210: John Fedchock

Jazz trombone legend John Fedchock joins Andrew and guest co-host, former Brass Junkies guest, and John's wife Jennifer Wharton to talk about his amazing career that span

Mar 3 2023
1 h 11 min

TBJ209: Glenn Van Looy

International euphonium sensastion Glenn Van Looy joins Andrew and guest host Hiram Diaz from Switzerland to discuss his career as one of the most in-demand euphonium sol

Feb 17 2023
1 h 17 min

TBJ208: The Making of Class Brass Featuring Marty Hackleman

Horn legend Marty Hackleman takes us behind the scenes for the Empire Brass recording session for their album Class Brass. Become a Patron ► https://www.patreon.com/the

Feb 2 2023
1 h 05 min

TBJ207: Best of 2022

A clip from each Brass Junkies interview of 2022 along with some brief thoughts on each. TBJ180 Matt Neff of the North Carolina Symphony on getting incredibly nervous i

Jan 19 2023
1 h 08 min

TBJ206: Rex Richardson

Trumpet superstar Rex Richardson joins the show to talk about his new book, 100 Days of Trumpet Practice, and to offer practicing tips for all brass players. Become a P

Jan 5 2023
1 h 04 min

TBJ205: Remembering Floyd Cooley - Brass Legacy Project

The latest installment of the Brass Legacy Project celebrates the life of former Principal Tuba of the San Francisco Symphony Floyd Cooley. Special guests: Kevin Harr

Dec 22 2022
1 h 24 min

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What listeners say

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I learn something new and helpful every week through the Brass Junkies, it’s a great way to supplement my education in school. I would recommend the show to instrumentalists of any age who want to learn more about life as a musician.

Pit trombone · May 2018

This podcast is such an amazing resource for any brass player! These interviews are informative, funny, and an amazing collection of vignettes with amazing players, teachers, and innovators! Thank you to both Lance and Andrew for this amazing project!

Droningbass · May 2018

This podcast has everything needed by brass players at all levels. These guys are funny, and ask their incredibly insightful guests the right questions. Everyone needs to listen. Keep up the good work!

Boo..no arts · May 2018

This podcast is great for anyone who enjoys brass playing. Whether its teaching, playing, auditioning or whatever, I always tune in and seem to get exactly what I needed that day. I think it also helps that brass playing humor is universal.

Brett Malta · Mar 2018

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