Music Expresses that which cannot be put into words and that which cannot remain silent... Victor Hugo!

It amazes me as to how much better I feel after throwing away what felt like TONS of storage crap! WOO HOO!!! Cleaning out the closet!

Come hear the group I'm with on Thursday night at Momo's in Austin - 9PM. Shane Pitsch and the Smokestack Revue!

"Every decision you make - every decision - is not a decision about what to do. It's a decision about Who You Are. When you see this, when you understand it, everything changes. You begin to see life in a new way. All events, occurrences, and situations turn into opportunities to do what you came here to do."

Neale Donald Walsch

Dear Santa... please bring me a BLACK Lamborghini Countach!

Happy Birthday Clark Terry! You have been an inspiration!

Sometimes hold ups, delays, and frustrating U-Turns are the best things... New book cover in the works!

I'm super proud of all of my TC students! You sounded great today - each and everyone of you!

Just ordered a .580 mouthpiece rim yesterday. WOO HOO!!!

Talent can be described as a gift of devotion and determination.

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Starting at Midnight tonight for Cyber Monday, you'll receive a 20% rebate on ALL products at TrumpetResources.com! Hurry this is ONLY for Monday!

I am thankful for an open mind and a willingness to continue to learn! What are you thankful for?

You have to BELIEVE it so SEE it! My new mantra for the day!

Vibrational Resonance!

Since when do you have to disassemble the entire front end to get to an oil pan gasket! Geez!!!

A weekend off! WOO HOO!!!

Another beautiful day here in Austin - wish I could just cruise!!!

TJO cooked! A great bunch of musicians - and every single one I happily call FRIEND!

TJO - 4PM at Georgetown High School! Come check out the show!

Another GORGEOUS day! Cole Porter Show in Temple tonight...

Music is to me - a colorless / boundless rejuvenating energy constantly moving! What is it to you?

Come Check out Temple Jazz Orchestra! Saturday Night in Temple - Sunday at Georgetown High School!

ON THE INTERNET - Bravery by posting anonymous comments is the absolute true form of cowardice!

Anonymous bravery is a true form of absolute cowardice!

Can't believe it's November 1st already! Where has 2010 gone?

Another busy weekend! Gig tonight and 2 tomorrow!

Just got home from "Hereafter!" WOW! Clint Eastwood is our hero!

We have officially completed the new book! WOO HOO!!! A LONG process, but it was SO worth it! Should be available in 2 weeks... sent out for editing!

Trumpet players - What players inspire you to keep practicing? MF, Doc, Arturo?

Nick M. is doing GREAT! WOO HOO!!!

Prayers going out to Nick Mondello!

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This is the first morning in over 5 months I don't feel like I'm going to melt!

What was your favorite cartoon growing up? Mine? Bugs Bunny! But also the old Scooby-Doo because of the music! Oh - and the Jetsons!

Our T-Shirt design is finished and nearly ready for unveiling! WOO HOO!!

A relentless pursuit does not entail a relentless torture... only a constant devotion! K. Fiala

Let the process of learning be a great reward - not just the finished product.

Busy days - lots of rehearsals... I love this!

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Solicitors will be Tried and Convicted with ONE SHOT!

You gotta check out the new Austin Winds Ballad horns!!! Unbelievable sound and a GREAT horn!

Just played a 1959 Conn Constellation! What a horn... it's for sale for $850! Wish I had the bread!

I am SO fortunate to have a beautiful loving wife and great friends! What more is there, really?

The only thing worse than going in the wrong direction is, going in the wrong direction enthusiastically! Check out Chops Rehab!

The only thing worse than going in the wrong direction is - going in the wrong direction enthusiastically! Chops Rehab Baby!

It was good to get back into a gig last night... helped take my mind off of the pain!

Mason passed away in his sleep last night. Thank you for 15 years of joy Buppy!
R.I.P.

Thank you to one of my greatest teachers; Mr. Pain! Taught me that making the same mistake twice hurts twice as much!

Remembering Maynard Ferguson who passed away today 4 years ago... Long Live Boss!

Mason is still hangin' in... damn this is so SAD and difficult!

Took Mason in to a new vet and got a complete exam done... the other place nearly OD'd him! I'll know more tomorrow! The other place WILL be hearing from me VERY soon!

Push your comfort zone! Reach for your dreams - they're just on the other side!

A hand-out is what you get from the Government, a hand up is what you get from a friend!... Clint Eastwood - Any Which Way You Can

I think my dogs Vet flunked bedside manner class! What a &@#$(

If you haven't picked up Arturo Sandoval's latest CD (A Time For Love), do so ASAP!!! It's destined to be a classic!

My most favorite Maynard Quote! "Never kick yourself so hard that you break your leg - BUT - NEVER pat yourself so hard on the back that you break your arm!"

Score - Horn 1, Keith 0

Trumpet players - What is your biggest challenge with playing the trumpet? Endurance? Flexibility? Range? Comment below...

Great time last night with "The Latin Players!" Thanks to all that came out to see...

Last minute summer lessons special for trumpeters outside Austin wanting help!

Really looking forward to my gig with the "Latin Players" tomorrow night at the Elephant Room! 9:30 if you can make it!

Someone screaming into a microphone and thinks they sound cool or are a musician seriously needs to be taken out back and beaten to a pulp!

Got a lot written today for the new book! Visit Trumpet Resources.com to help name the book!

Fun gig last night with the "Republic of Texas Big Band" led by Kent Dugan! Visit the Highball Lounge in Austin!

The older I get, the more I learn that I need to learn more!

Never give up everything for something you want... you won't have anything left To enjoy it with once you get it!

Are we there yet? No! WiFi now available in the air complements of Alaska Air!

Juneau here we come!!!

Keith to Trumpet: "F" You! I win!

Destiny is not a matter of chance, it's a matter of choice; it is not a thing to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved!
Winston Churchill

The Temp's gig was AMAZING! Got to play with top notch musicians in the band / horn section and loved every minute!

Preparing for a gig with the Temptations tomorrow night in San Antonio with Adrian Ruiz... this will be a true blast!

There are two schools of thought - the school of High C, and the school of Double High C. Which do you choose?

"There is more hunger for love and
appreciation in this world than for bread."
- Mother Teresa

Happiness is watching your dreams come true right before your very eyes!

FINALLY have a contract on the Wimberley house! WOO HOO!!!

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The art of listening is dying a rapid death!

Hope everyone is having a GREAT Memorial Day!

To worry only about YOUR performance is selfish and misguided, but to concern yourself with your audience's pleasure is self-less and divine

Calling Dr. Bombay, Calling Dr. Bombay, are you there?

I think musicians should band together and hire the BP Lobbyists to get rid of lip synching no talents and get bigger tax breaks!

I think musicians should band together and hire the BP Lobbyists so we can get rid of lip synching no talents and bigger tax breaks!

Worked ALL day on the site! I can't see straight anymore...

I'm finding myself really appreciating the weeks and months of concentrated practice as the pay off comes seemingly unexpected in my playing

Does anyone else just NOT like Internet Explorer? So many issues...

It takes as little as 48 to 72 hours for muscles to go into full blown atrophy (decline in muscle strength). BEWARE the summer chops!

Sometimes getting past what we "know" is the toughest part of learning!

When someone gives you their opinion, they are revealing their own fears for themselves... "You can't do that!"

Playing trumpet is a cumulative endeavor! Build every day upon the last and be patient! Be patient... BE PATIENT!

Never let ANYONE tell you "You can't do that!" Nothing is impossible if you believe!

R.I.P. Rob McConnell! The music world lost another great!

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Today is a heavy day for practice! Gettin' on it HARD!

Yet another beautiful day in Austin. too nice not to take the car out!

Heading to a gig with Memphis Train Revue... Uh- huh!

If people live their lives like they drive, then I just got a whole lot more scared!

Trying to lock down dates for the Juneau clinic in July... this is going to be fun!

Practicing SMART will make a bigger impact than practicing HARD!

Got to meet Giuseppe Risi today! Man - what a cool thing!

Consistent, Conscious, Conscientious practice yields talent and unimaginable abilities!

Joined Gold's Gym on Monday... gonna start my workout. Oh boy!

If you don't have time to do it right, when will you have time to do it over?

Talent is not a thing - but rather a process!

What ever happened to "FOR THE PEOPLE BY THE PEOPLE?"

Your attitude will determine your outcome - no matter the subject!

After nearly 9 hours of playing yesterday, I think I'm going to take it a bit easy today!

I am amused by people in gawdy colored clothing complaining that the trumpet is too loud!

Happy Easter everyone! I'm off to play an EARLY morning service!

Music is NOT a competitive sport! Listen for the message - not the perception of perfection!

Time to bring Jazz and the Big Bands back into popularity! I'm STILL riding on the energy from Saturday Night!

What a show! Brian Lynch & Conrad Herwig were amazing players and fun to hang with!!! It was an honor to play with them!

Temple Jazz Orchestra at 7:30! WooHoo!!!

GORGEOUS weather is demanding that I take the little red Italian car out and stretch its legs!

Temple Jazz Festival coming up this weekend! Saturday night is gonna be a great gig with Conrad Herwig and Brian Lynch as our guest artists

Diggin' on Carl Fischer's latest CD - Adverse Times... Great tunes & great playing!

Michelangelo once said, "If people knew how hard I worked to gain my mastery, it wouldn't seem so wonderful!"

Wise words from the Great Clark Terry - There ain't nothin' wrong with bein' a copy cat, as long as you copy the right cat!

Free yourself from what you "think" you already know and be open!

Arban's 8VA anyone?

Chops Rehab course is up and helping!! http://ping.fm/vEVQ9

Practicing control (on trumpet)... harder than it sounds! The illusion of strength is really found in control!

Rest in peace Pop
1935-2010

I'm such an equipment geek! Between Austin Winds and trying out Taylor Trumpets, I'm in hog heaven!

Although I STRONGLY disagree with his actions, Joe Stack's view of our corrupt Gov't should serve as a wake-up call!

Sad to see that a maniac crashed a stolen plane into a building right here in Austin!

The hardest part of being a musician is the "being patient" with yourself! UGH!

Ever looked back and thought, I should'a listened 20 years ago when I had the chance?!?!?! Geez!

The worst day playing trumpet is better than the best day working for someone else! TrumpetResources.com!

Block out EVERYTHING else when you practice... cherish every second you get with your horn!

Check out http://ping.fm/fAe9E! Very cool jazz site!

Give me 2 minutes, and I'll show you how to increase your range and endurance!

Another rainy Monday and it's time to warm up for the day!