| PBT,
My suggestion is to do something quite difficult:
Play with about a 60%/40% relationship to the first player yet still have your ears open enough to change things quickly if need be, pitchwise. That is, play a little louder than the first but with an ear for change. Now, Mendelssohn requires a little lighter touch than most other classical composers, but your principal player will appreciate the support of the lower octave you will provide.
Enjoy the show and if you see Mr. Fedderly in the hallway, give my best regards.
ML |