The Open Bell
- Episodes
- 255
- Released
- weekly
- Latest episode
- Nov 10, 2026
About the podcast
Podcast by Bryan Appleby-Wineberg, William Stowman, Joey Tartell
Episodes 255
The Open Bell ep 254- Vince DiMartino
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the remarkable career of Vince DiMartino. Also- “Is It Mahler?”
The Open Bell ep 253-Things We Used to Think Were Good
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what is actually good versus what people might assume is good. Also- “Over, Under, or Properly Rated.”
The Open Bell ep 252- No One Promised Me A Job
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the reasons for pursuing a doctorate, even with no guarantees. Also, “Password!”
The Open Bell ep 251- Opportunity Readiness
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of, and how to, being ready for what you want. Also, “Perfect Pairings.”
The Open Bell ep 250- Confidence vs. Competence
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for, and differences between confidence and competence. Also- “Joey Jeopardy!”
The Open Bell ep 249-Things We Pretend to Understand
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss things that never really added up for them. Plus- “Bill’s Trip!”
The Open Bell ep 248- Advice We Regret Giving
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what they wish they hadn’t told students. Also, “Multiple Guess!”
The Open Bell ep 247- The Unspoken Contract of Rehearsal
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the responsibility of rehearsals. Also, “I See Belck!”
The Open Bell ep 246- The Professional Mindset
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of self conception. Also- “Would You Rather?”
The Open Bell ep 245- Practicing for Longevity
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to set yourself up for perpetual growth. Also- “Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grade Trumpet Player?”
The Open Bell ep 243- Summer '26!
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss their plans for the summer. Plus- “Passenger Princess Protocol.”
The Open Bell ep 242- The Unseen Skills of Great Musicians
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss how to keep getting called back for gigs. Also- “Between Two Cornets.”
The Open Bell ep 241- The Plateau Protocol
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss what to do when your playing hits a wall. Also- “Tromba Trivia.”
The Open Bell ep 240- Curating Experiences for Growth
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of creating your own pathway to getting better. Also- “Between Two Flugels.”
The Open Bell ep 239- Identity vs. Instrument
Bryan, Bill, and Joey discuss the importance of having your own identity separate from your career in music. Also- “The Psychology of Trumpet.”
The Open Bell ep 238- Insist on Enjoyment
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of liking what you do. Also, “The French Connection.”
The Open Bell ep 237- The Art of Thoughtful Criticism
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for honest feedback for real growth. Also, “Two Truths and a Lie.”
The Open Bell ep 236- The Discipline of Boredom
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the necessity of fundamental practice and repetition. Also, “Two Truths and a Lie.”
The Open Bell ep 235- Skills for a Peaceful Performance
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways to clear your mind for optimal performance. Also- “Fight or Flight.”
The Open Bell ep 234- Teaching to the Top
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of pushing your students, especially the high achieving. Also- “All That Jazz.”
The Open Bell ep 233- Making Things Harder
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss ways in which trumpet players make their own jobs more difficult. Also- TOB Mailbag!
The Open Bell ep 232- The Role of Surprise in Learning
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need to allow for the unexpected. Also- “Snippets.”
The Open Bell ep 231- Chop Care 101
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of, and how to take care of your face. Plus- “Finish This!”
The Open Bell ep 230- Creating and Sustaining a Vision
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of having ideas about the future. Also- “Great Minds Think Alike.”
The Open Bell ep 229- Failure is the Best Opportunity
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of failure in growth. Also- “Would You Rather.”
The Open Bell ep 228- Slowing Down to Go Faster
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of slow practice. Also, “Most Likely.”
The Open Bell ep 227- Being a Good Listener
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the importance of listening in daily practice. Also-“You Complete Me.”
The Open Bell ep 226- Weapons Grade Organization
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss the need for having a plan. Also- “Cold and Flugel Season.”
The Open Bell ep 225- Deconstructing Honegger Intrada
Bill, Bryan, and Joey discuss Intrada, by Arthur Honegger. Also, “Tromba Trivia.”
These are the latest 40 of 255 episodes. You’ll find older episodes in the podcast’s feed.
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