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Oct. 2, 2021

A Dynamic Duo: Seipp/Sheets Trumpet & Organ Duo

Charles Seipp and Randall Sheets are uniquely talented in their own right as musicians. When they perform together, the Seipp/Sheets Trumpet & Organ Duo emerges dynamically to enthrall, entertain, and educate audiences across the country. The duo’s thoughtful programming, artistic arrangements, and powerful, innovative, and interactive video presentations make the Seipp/Sheets Duo musicians to watch today.

[03:01] Background

  • Dr. Seipp-trumpet, United States Army Band "Pershing's Own" (retired)
  • Dr. Sheets-organist, Arlington National Cemetery

[08:02] Memorable moments in the career

[13:17] Arrangements for the Duo


[14:03] What to expect at a concert

  • A great mix of styles (Bach, Handel, Vivaldi, Sousa, Freddie Mercury, etc.)
  • Use of videos when we play
  • Joining music with silent movies and poems

[25:12] Uniqueness of pipe organs

[32:19] Philosophy of music and playing the trumpet

[36:32] Advice to budding musicians

This is Season 4! For more episodes, go to stlintune.com

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