Klarinet Archive - Posting 000669.txt from 2001/10

From: "Tony Wakefield" <tony-wakefield@-----.net>
Subj: [kl] Walking the Dog tips.
Date: Sun, 21 Oct 2001 10:53:46 -0400

My 'tip', for what it`s worth, might be to think of the first 'main' theme
as a brash, cocky and brisk, (but not tempo wise) walk, as opposed to the
central theme, which could be thought of as a little more of a serenely
gentle, and airy stroll. Note that I am not influencing tempo changes, but
what should aspire to do from your 'interpretation'.

I would say tho` to not get too engrossed in theorising, as the piece is
little more than a happy-go-lucky accompaniment to the film`s action, albeit
a thunderously good example of what Gershwin was capable of as a tunesmith.
To try to view the film may further help in your perspective of this music.
I can`t help on that account, as I haven`t seen it.

Best,
Tony W.

----- Original Message -----
From: "Anne Lenoir" <AnneLenoir@-----.net>
Subject: RE: [kl] I need a double case for Bb & C clarinet

> Lacy, I don't have any particular tips on playing "Walking the Dog". I
> will be rehearsing it with my piano accompanist soon and will let you
> know how the rehearsals go. ANNIE

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