| Matt,
Wow! What a fascinating look into a player that I've heard marvelous things about, but only with bits and snippets from a few players. I had heard about his failing eyesight (what a shame). I certainly appreciate sharing this perspective about your teacher.
I'm right with you on note placement (not related to pitch), but where to sit on the sound to get the most "zing". Most of my sound models are more in the camp of being "deep into the sound". When I was at the ITG in Denver, I did notice that there was something intangible about David Krauss's sound that I hadn't experienced before. I had the same kind of experience when I had a lesson with Russ Devuyst in Montreal. I'm guessing that both of their approaches are strongly influenced by Jim Pandolfi. I would need to really sit down with him to internalize this subtlety, though.
I do hope that Jim will persue writing a book. Everything that I've heard about him suggests that his message is strong and clear. We need books that share this message.
Thanks again for your detailed post. I really enjoyed reading it!
Take care,
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Derek Reaban
Tempe, Arizona |