<p>**Mastery Is Within Reach! Follow Brass Mastery and stay updated via email every time a new episode is released at <a target="_blank" href="https://brassmastery.com">https://brassmastery.com</a></p><p>Jeroen 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. </p><p>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. </p><p>Throughout, he emphasizes the importance of variety and balance in his musical career.</p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://brassmastery.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2">brassmastery.substack.com/subscribe</a>