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GFPLAYER · 06-09-2008, 04:19 PM

Hey guys. I am new, and this is my first question. I am 65 years old and fairly close to realizing that some of the younger kids are better than I am. However, I have been asked by my local orchestra (I am Principal Trumpet for The Orchestra of Southern Utah--check out our PodCasts) to perform Trumpeter's Lullaby this fall. I am sure that I can handle it (again), but I want to do it right, especially because this may be last chance to solo with a full symphony. Here is my question: Should I show off like Rafael Mendez, or try to make it really sound like a lullaby? I can do it either way with confidence, but I want to know what you would do.

Thanks for your advice.

Gary F. Player

06-09-2008, 04:19 PM	#1 (permalink)
GFPLAYER New Friend Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 7	Trumpeter's Lullaby Hey guys. I am new, and this is my first question. I am 65 years old and fairly close to realizing that some of the younger kids are better than I am. However, I have been asked by my local orchestra (I am Principal Trumpet for The Orchestra of Southern Utah--check out our PodCasts) to perform Trumpeter's Lullaby this fall. I am sure that I can handle it (again), but I want to do it right, especially because this may be last chance to solo with a full symphony. Here is my question: Should I show off like Rafael Mendez, or try to make it really sound like a lullaby? I can do it either way with confidence, but I want to know what you would do. Thanks for your advice. Gary F. Player