Bradford
Danho, B.M. 2003, studied Music Education at Hartt from 1999-2003. He is currently
living in Baltimore, MD.
What
have you been up to since you graduated from Hartt?
After graduating from Hartt in 2003, I began studies in the Jazz program at the
University of North Texas. While at UNT, I studied saxophone with retired
professor of saxophone Jim Riggs and held a saxophone teaching
assistantship. I also played lead alto saxophone in the Grammy nominated
One O'Clock Lab Band for two years.
What
are you involved with right now?
In
2008, I won a position in the Jazz Ambassadors of the United States Army Field
Band from Washington, DC. The Jazz Ambassadors are a 19 piece big band
comprised of all active duty soldiers in the US Army. We tour 100 days a
year in the continental US.
What
is one of your most memorable things about your time at Hartt?
One of my most memorable experiences at Hartt was interacting with Jackie
McLean. I was not a Jazz major at Hartt, so when Professor McLean
recognized me for my control of the saxophone, it most certainly left a lasting
impression! (and smile).
What
did you learn during your time at Hartt that you did not appreciate or
recognize until after time passed and you had some time to reflect?
One
of things I am reflected upon since leaving Hartt is how strong the
ear-training program was when I was a student. I feel very lucky to a
have strong aural sense and I have no doubt that the teachings of Gabor Viragh
and others helped develop this essential part of musicianship.
What
is next for you?
I
truly love my job playing saxophone in the US Army and plan to do so until
retirement!
If
you want people to get in touch, how can they do so?
If
anyone wants to get in touch with me my email is: bdanho@gmail.com
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