| Solo Problem
Manny- I am a comeback player. At one time I was a military trumpet player with all that entailed, such as bugle calls, etc. Since I started a comeback, I have been playing first part in a fairly good Community Band. This included playing solos when required. A couple of weeks ago, I suddenly found I just couldn't play a solo. A week or two before, I was splitting solos with the other first players when one or two of our guys were out, with no big problem. I have always had a natural nervousness when I had a solo, but never had any big problem with them. Now, I just cant seem to get a reasonable sound out. The last time I tried to play one, at rehearsal, my sound was so weak that another player jumped in and assisted. As soon as she came in, I could then get a good sound out, but was unable to do so before. And we are talking about a very easy number, "Deep River." We have a trumpet major from LSU sitting in our third section, and I have told our section leader that I was planning to swap with him after our next concert, (I expect he plays better than me anyway) but I still want to get over this mental problem I am having. Any suggestions would be welcome- Thanks for your help-
George |