Utilizing humor and common sense, along with an easily understandable technical explanation, Gene Zika leads the way by defining what the problem of "the shakes" really is. Not only does he understand this condition, he offers clear and basic solutions to the dynamic development of proper corrective techniques. His simple, maintenance-oriented exercises at the conclusion of the text allow the serious student ample opportunity to develop the necessary skills to avoid them.< P> His years of individual teaching instruction have enabled him to develop a succinct solution to this phenomenon known as "the shakes". His educational experience, along with his professional skills as a player of the trombone and trumpet have provided him ample opportunity to formulate "The Old Guy's Guide to Better Trumpet Playing." Introduction to the book by Mr. Paul Sheehan.
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Gene Zika is exceptionally proficient in many instruments, trumpet and trombone being his principal instruments. He studied trumpet with John Carroll (former lead trumpet with the Stan Kenton Orchestra) and trombone with Joe Martin of the Lamont School of Music, University of Denver.
Gene Zika also has many fine publications for jazz ensembles and brass groups by “Cherry Classics Music.” Gene Zika is a published professional cartoonist and has a 400 page cartoon book published by: “B2 Streamline Publishers.” Gene Zika has a bachelor of Music degree. Gene Zika is a graduate of Lesley College, the University of Denver, and holds two different Masters Degrees including one in computers. Gene currently resides in Las Cruces, New Mexico.