Soft and Slow, How Much Compromise is Too Much, Timofei Dokschizer’s Legacy and Much More w/ Sergei Nakariakov!
What can we say about Sergei Nakariakov?
Brilliant performer. Stunning virtuosity and lyricism in his playing.
And as you’ll find out in this episode of the show, a thoughtful and insightful thinker who has simply done things the right way when it comes to performing on the trumpet.
Enjoy!
In my conversation with Sergei, you’ll hear:
-The influence of Timofei Dokshizer on Sergei’s career…7:37
-How Sergei’s career began and quickly advanced…13:34
-Sergei’s process for making the impossible possible…18:47
-Why Sergei isn’t thinking about the audience when he performs…25:20
-Some of the impressive younger players that we should know…29:44
-Sergei’s thoughts on the current repertoire available to trumpeters…31:56
-Why Sergei doesn’t warm up with long tones and other practice fundamentals…36:08
-How Miles Davis influenced Sergei’s perspectives on music…44:23
-How an older Sergei is different from a younger Sergei…47:15
Resources mentioned:
-Videos of Timofei Dokshizer mentioned:
- Glière: Konzert für Koloratursopran u. Orch. op. 82 – I. Andante
- J.S.Bach. Prelude Es Moll BWV 853 From WTK I
-Albums by Sergei Nakariakov:
- Trumpet Works, Sergei’s first album
- Carmen Fantasies
–Jörg Widmann: ad absurdum – Concerto for Trumpet & Small Orchestra
–Floris Onstwedder (listen to Floris’ interview on this podcast here)
-Albums by Miles Davis: