An Interview with Robin Paillet: Slow Practice, Competition Focus, and Artistic Imagination in Trumpet Performance

Resumen

This interview with international trumpet soloist Robin Paillet examines the practice routines, artistic mindset, and preparation strategies that shape his development as a performer. Paillet describes a structured daily routine built on warm-up fundamentals, slow and careful technical work, and an emphasis on eliminating doubt before performance. The discussion explores the balance between technical consolidation and musical intention, the role of rest and focus during competition periods, and the challenges of interpreting contemporary repertoire without existing recordings. Additional themes include the influence of theatre, literature, and jazz on artistic sensitivity, and the differences between projecting as a soloist and blending within an orchestra.