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Saxophonist Wes Smith; How the Power of Community Skyrocketed His Music Career
Donna is joined by Wesley Smith, a saxophonist, composer, and educator, for an intimate, in-depth discussion you won't hear anywhere else. Together, they slow things down, listen deeply, and unpack the thinking behind the music.
👉 Inside, you'll hear:
00:00 Introduction
08:06 Listen and reflect to "We the Funky" part 1
10:53 Tip from a Kenny Garrett Masterclass that impacted Wes' future compositions
12:04 Listen and reflect to "We the Funky" part 2
14:27 A tip from Walt Weiskopf to boost your saxophone articulation
15:09 Listen and reflect to "We the Funky" part 3
19:20 Performance tip for…
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