Klarinet Archive - Posting 000794.txt from 1998/08

From: Edmund William White <ewwhite@-----.edu>
Subj: Re: [kl] Bad Audition (on bass clarinet)
Date: Fri, 28 Aug 1998 10:09:03 -0400

> Generally - no.
>
> [Snip]
> > injury, he concluded the audition with, "We'll place you SOMEWHERE. Most
> > likely NOT the top band. You're just starting. Maybe
> > you'll have some time to acquaint yourself with that pretty horn of
> > yours." What does that mean?!?! In any case, what's the deal with vibrato
> > usage? I like it, and as a solo player (in most cases - I don't usually
> > have to blend with a section), I think its use is justifiable. Every
> > other wind instrument can use vibrato........
>
> Unfortunate that the auditioner said anything. He should have just smiled
> and said "thank you - we'll let you know where you place - thanks for
> auditioning!" And kept his thoughts and reactions to himself.
>
> On the flip side, if you are convinced that the vibrato is justified, why
> ask? Do you have any classical recordings with bass clarintists? Do they
> use vibrato?
>
> Roger Garrett
> IWU
>
Classical recordings of bass........Not enough. I based using
vibrato on the reactions (positive) from previous directors and judges and
colleagues. It's part of my sound. I've not had any TRUE formal
instruction (I'm self taught/read a LOT/asked questions), so I haven't
heard many other styles of playing. Hey, Eric Dolphy was a major
influence for a while....

Ed White

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