“No Compromise”: Sergei Nakariakov’s Journey to Trumpet Mastery

**This interview was recorded in 2021 while host James Newcomb resided in Vietnam.**

The great Sergei Nakariakov discusses his early interest in the trumpet, inspired by Timofei Dokshitzer’s recordings.

Sergei details his rapid progression in trumpet playing, starting from age 9 and performing with orchestras by age 10. He reflects on his musical influences, including his father’s guidance and meeting Dokshitzer himself.

Sergei shares insights into his practice routines, handling difficult pieces, and the importance of musical integrity. He also touches on the challenges of the limited trumpet repertoire and the value of incorporating different styles, like jazz, into his artistic growth.

The interview highlights Sergei’s continuous evolution as a musician and his commitment to mastery of music, trumpet, and self.

Episode Highlights:

01:10 Early Inspirations and Influences

03:05 Meeting the Legend: Timofey Dokshitzer

07:13 Rapid Progress and Early Performances

12:31 Challenges and Breakthroughs

15:33 Mastering Complex Pieces

19:17 Balancing Musical Integrity and Performance

20:47 Father’s Arrangement and Violin Challenges

21:57 Young Trumpet Talents to Watch

23:50 The Limited Repertoire of Trumpet Players

27:15 Practice Routines and Techniques

34:11 Jazz Inspirations and Musical Perspectives

36:36 Reflections on Musical Journey

38:04 The Key to Effective Practice

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