Passion > Perfection

**Mastery Is Within Reach! Follow Brass Mastery and stay updated via email every time a new episode is released at https://brassmastery.comJeroen discusses his experiences and preferences between performing as a soloist and playing in an orchestra. He highlights the greater artistic freedom and personal satisfaction he finds in solo performance compared to the structured yet powerful experience of orchestral playing. Jeroen shares that his journey included 10 years of intense orchestral work, followed by a more balanced lifestyle in Germany. He also credits yoga and meditation for enhancing his confidence and awareness, contributing to his decision to pursue solo performance. Throughout, he emphasizes the importance of variety and balance in his musical career. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit brassmastery.substack.com/subscribe