An evaluation of aspects in the applied physiology of brass players

The study is based on the research of Arnold Jacobs, one of the most influential teachers and performers in the brass community. The first chapter gives a background and rationale to the study and a biography of Jacobs. The second chapter introduces the reader to concepts in anatomy and the physiology of brass players. The knowledge of anatomy is necessary to counter the misinformation circulating in the brass and musical community. One such topic is the notion of diaphragmatic support, one of the most misunderstood topics in brass playing. This dissertation tries to provide the correct anatomical information to the reader in order for him/her to make correct decisions with regard to efficient performance practice.

Grantor dc:publisher.institution

College of Music

Year dc:date.issued

2008

Author dc:creator

• Pheiffer, Marius

Advisor dc:contributor.advisor

• Kierman, Sean

Language dc:language.iso

eng

Handle dc:identifier.uri

http://hdl.handle.net/11427/8151

OAI identifier oai:identifier

oai:open.uct.ac.za:11427/8151