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So You Want To Play In An Orchestra...
Hello, my name is Philip Bergman. Over the course of my career, I have taken about a dozen auditions for full-time professional...

Philip Bergman
Jan 5, 20206 min read
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On Teaching
What is the aim of a teacher? A big question with a lot of answers. The truest answer for me lies in addressing the student as an...

Philip Bergman
Jul 22, 20193 min read
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"Stay Within Yourself"
This is a phrase I’ve heard a lot in my life, especially from athletes and coaches. I’ve even repeated it a bit with a tenuous grasp on...

Philip Bergman
Jul 22, 20193 min read
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On Chamber Music, Trust, and Empathy
In summers, I often teach at chamber music festivals for young musicians. It is some of the most rewarding work I do. Recently at one of...

Philip Bergman
Jul 10, 20194 min read
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