Ryan Schaap

1. I've practiced every single day since the assignment was given except for one. 2. I've improved in tone, articulation, and dynamics. 3. There is always more room for improvement in many areas. 4. If you don't practice you won't get any better. If you are consistently practicing, things will come easier and you'll enjoy it more.

Top Five Song List August 16, 2022 *disclaimer; these songs are in no particular order and these are not all always on my top 5 list* 1. Anomalie: Dream Scenes-   This song is really cool to me because the only instrument used is a keyboard. (It has several different sounds along with it.) I love how much dynamics are used and how it makes the piece so expressive. It is sounds sort of like an orchestral piece but it's obviously not. Link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hY725L8mqKc 2. Hans Zimmer: Up is Down-   I like this song so much because it's one of my favorite movie soundtrack songs. I got to hear it performed by a brass band in-person, and it was a super cool experience. I love how all the parts come together and make it sound so cool. Since this song is from Pirates of the Caribbean , it has certain elements that sound like a sea shanty. Link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfgJYRdNwDE 3. El Camino Real by Alfred Reed-  ...