Klarinet Archive - Posting 001355.txt from 2000/10

From: Audrey Travis <vsofan@-----.com>
Subj: Re: [kl] Slur across the break
Date: Sun, 29 Oct 2000 10:30:58 -0500

Tony
I would suggest, also, that great attention be paid to the register key. I
know that my own problems in smouoth slurring from low to high are a reflection
of how quickly (or not ) I manage to press that key, ie. coordination of thumb
and the remainder of my fingers. Could you suggest any more exercises that
might address this? Also, please describe the correct placement of the L thumb
so that one moves seamlessly from low to high registers?

Thanks!

Audrey

Tony Wakefield wrote:

> 1) Practising A to B would be a better logical first step I would say. But
> you possibly have your reasons Bill.
> Think of the B as low E. And think of the C as low F. That`s the first
> step - thinking thru` this. Then continue your preliminary exercises -
> slurring up from low E to B, and from low F to C. Think of correct, firm
> placing of fingers. I have a 3 rule message for English kids just starting
> the upper notes for the first time. Altho` I know you`re past THAT stage,
> the smooth slurring takes a little longer to execute. OK so far, I`m sure
> you are. Anyway, those 3 rules for B and C are quite basic and preparatory.
> a) Fingers down firmly. b) breath lots of warm air thru`. c) Very slightly
> relax the pressure with bottom lip. You won`t be conscious of any of these 3
> rules as you progress into more experienced practise, but it helps the
> beginner.
> 2) Practise the scale of C major 1 octave VERY slowly. Mini long notes, so
> can think how to place your fingers. As you move to G, your NEXT move will
> be to A placing ALL your RH fingers down on the C (low F) to prepare well in
> advance for the forthcoming note. For B, you can even put LH pinky on B (low
> E). This leaves your left hand ready for the move to B or C with the
> remaining minimum amount of fingers left on your left hand. Are you still
> with me? This left hand with 1st finger on the A key, with it`s pinky on B
> will feel slightly uncomfortable and distorted. YOU HAVE TO GET USED TO
> THIS.
> 3) The third way, as Clinton & Blair would have it - Instead of slurring A
> to C, (B) slur from C to A always thinking of careful and closely placing
> fingers. The correct ROLL of the 1st finger is paramount also in efficient
> finger movement. (Don`t be tempted to move it way up the key too far in your
> attempt to be "efficient"). Think of 2) in reverse order. When 1st finger
> rolls down to A, LEAVE DOWN ALL RH FINGERS (AND LEFT PINKY FOR B ALSO).
> Think of the 3 rules always.
> 4) continue slurring C to A. Stop and think. C to A. Stop and think. C to A,
> C to A, C to A repeat 100 times.
> Then try slurring CACACACACA. and what do you have - but A to C. GENIUS.
> ACACAC. Repeat 100 times.
> God what a boring post!
> Best,
> Tony W.
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: William Wright <Bilwright@-----.net>
> To: <klarinet@-----.org>
> Sent: 29 October 2000 08:06
> Subject: [kl] Slur across the break
>
> > What advice can anyone give me for playing a truly 'seamless' slur
> > while crossing the break from A to C? (both notes on the staff)
>
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