Archive for March 11th, 2008

Mozart?!

Sigh… I wish there was some quick and easy rule on how to play Mozart. I know I’m not the only one who loves to listen to Mozart, yet is hesitant and reluctant to play it. Must I be a diva of some sort and force myself to come up with crazy imaginative dramatic episodes/dramas about whatevers to play Mozart well? (Yes, it was once one of my assignments for a Mozart sonata I had to learn when I was a Heifetz student in college). Am I scarred for life? Maybe I’m just too lazy. Okay, back to learning the G major Vln & Vla Duo.

2008
03/11
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Composers
Practicing
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The art of playing together

Have you ever played with someone, be it a stand partner or a bandmate, a friend or a stranger, and for some reason, everything just clicks? During WAITIKI rehearsal last night, I was lucky to have that feeling and self-assurance as I was literally sightreading some tunes on the fiddle and keyboard. Usually, my first reaction to new things is always to panic, but having Randy and the rest of the gang there, I knew that I could be myself. It took me a few times playing with them (in various shows) to feel that way; less times than with most other people. Perhaps it’s because they’re seasoned professionals in their field, but I just feel like I can trust them musically and have faith that their support will help me grow and learn more about playing together. I wish all the people I encounter can be like that.

Upcoming show: WAITIKI at the Enormous Room (Central Square, MA). Visit WAITIKI.COM for details.

2008
03/11
CATEGORY
Concerts & Gigs
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