| Re: Ewazen second
Glenn,
That was really nice of you to share what you've been up to; thanks for that.
As I listened, I could very clearly visualize you playing based on what I was hearing. If you were standing you need to find a more relaxed way of doing so. If you were sitting, same thing. I'd notice places on my body that weren't flexible and mobile. That might be hard because it's easier for a person observing to do so rather than the player.
Next, I'd avail myself of much longer, relaxed breaths before the start of any note. In fact, Glenn, think of notes as continuations rather than "starts", you know what I mean? Let the note start in your head and continue through the bell.
What I looked for in your performance was just a greater opening of the sound, more acoustics and less of a sense of depending on a mic for sound enhancement. Let your instrument vibrate obnoxiously on each tone. Tuck that chin down, breathe, and resonate.
It's a very pretty piece and I thank you again for sharing that on a cold Minnesota morning!
ML |