| There is something to be said for keeping their attention. Twigsuckers and rosineaters will recognize French style, the woodwind players especially. How many Haydn/Hummel's can you really LISTEN to. If you've ever done much committee audition work you know that after a while you can't be sure how intently you are listening.
Playing it too safe can send a message as well. Playing some flash, doing it as musically as possible, but showing off some can set you appart.
We have a small repertoir, but only Haydn/Hummel/Arutunian?
Neruda?
The Tomasi is such fun to play, that could come across. |