Dr. Brian Kauth

I’m sort of getting the hang of Dorico. I’m not disliking it as much as I initially did.

R.I.P. Ozzy.

Some more baritone playing: from Marcello’s Cello Sonata in G major.

Some baritone playing today: from Marcello’s Cello Sonata in G major.

YouTube video by Stephen Dankner Composer Sonata for Violoncello and Piano (1993)

Here is Stephen Dankner’s monumental Cello Sonata. It’s a truly romantic composition, full of nuance and excitement.

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YouTube video by Stephen Dankner Composer Piano Quintet No. 1 (2016)

Here is my good friend Stephen Dankner’s first piano quintet. There’s also a really great version for saxophone quartet with piano.

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I played my baritone saxophone the other day for the first time in a long time. Man, I forgot how awesome that instrument is.

YouTube video by Stephen Dankner Composer Piano Trio (live performance)

Here’s a wonderful performance of Stephen Dankner’s Piano Trio. Please considering subscribing to his YouTube channel.

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New baritone case from Acase. Special thanks to Kate and her team for building me a great case for my instrument!

Happy birthday to Sigurd Raschèr. Here’s an excerpt from Lars-Erik Larsson’s (who was also born on this day) saxophone concerto.

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There’s a new Star Wars series about Maul coming out in 2026?! I’m so stoked for this!

I’m currently accepting private students (saxophone and clarinet) into my teaching studio (in-person if residing in the Hudson Valley, or remote if further away). Please contact me via Messenger or email (from my website) if interested.

I defended my dissertation 16 years ago yesterday. Crazy to think about.

Rest in peace M. Londeix. Thank you for all of your contributions to the saxophone. This photo was taken in the summer of 2010 following my last lesson with JML at his home in Bordeaux.

I’m looking into getting a second clarinet mouthpiece. I own a Walter Grabner, which I love, but after a near mishap with it the other day, I’m nervous about not having a backup. He doesn’t produce them anymore, so I’m looking for options. Thinking of trying a Ramon Wodkowski piece. Thoughts?

Here’s a work in progress: the first of Alan Theisen’s concert etudes for saxophone, “Kräftig.” The entire collection will be available by the end of the year.

YouTube video by Lawrence Gwozdz Marmosaal Recital, Stuttgart (9/21/97)

Check out this recital by my mentor, Dr. Lawrence Gwozdz in Stuttgart from 1997. A great program and performance.

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I’ve been listening to some smooth jazz/fusion lately. I forgot how good some of it is!

That’s how I feel about the flute. I just purchased some flute study books and I’m looking into getting a better instrument.

I was always a fan of his symphonies. I need to become more acquainted with the concerti and chamber music.

Using Dorico (as a Finale user since the ‘90s) is very unintuitive. I feel like a grown adult trying to relearn how to ride a bike, but with training wheels on.

I’m considering purchasing a subscription for Adobe Audition, but I also do some video work. Is it worth going all out for all of the Adobe Creative Cloud Apps?

@lizsamhammer.bsky.social hey there! Didn’t know you were on this platform.

I’m excited to be on this platform! Looking forward to connecting with fellow musicians and friends from around the world. Be on the lookout for some new content coming soon.