r/euphonium

Ive been playing euph for almost 12 years now, since I was 10, and im about to be a senior in my euph performance degree, and i really feel like im losing my passion for playing. Any advice for how to get it back? I have little to no desire to play anymore. I’m doing another major too, and have other career aspirations, but I’m finishing the degree because I’m almost done and had a full ride anyways. Any advice would be greatly appreciated, or maybe some good repertoire recommendations for an almost graduated performance major.

Edit: can anyone give me some listening recommendations? Albums or pieces thank you

So I'm in a very interesting situation.

I have been playing euphonium around a decade and have even had the honor of getting to play with the navy band. However, I have always played by ear and it has gotten me very far but I want to improve the skills I am lacking.

I can read sheet music and understand composition and the music theory behind it. But I cannot sight read. I mainly use the sheet music for tempo, accents, and reminders/notes of how the piece should feel.

Every guide or reference I've found goes over basic music theory and not tips for how to actually practice sight reading. Does anyone have any tips for me?