It was great to meet and work with the TFS students today! Paul This week, work on long tones and slurring between low B flat, F, and high B flat. Take in relaxed breaths, and release the air immediately without any tension. Bring in your band music next week, and we'll work more on reading. Martin Nice work on reading [...]
Gaian Sorry to hear you weren't well today. Hope you feel better soon! I will be away next Wednesday, but Mik Debowski will be filling in. I believe you've worked with him before. Keep working on the Rochut No. 4 and the two technical etudes for next week's lesson. I'll look forward to seeing you on January 25th! [...]
Happy New Year! Gaian Great to hear you, and to work with you again! Nice job with the Bordogni/Rochut melodious etude that you prepared, and great sight reading. You play with great sound, rhythm and time. This week: - Melodius Etude No. 4: Keep working for a wider dynamic range, and expressive musicality. - Slama Etude No. 1 (C [...]