Klarinet Archive - Posting 000099.txt from 2002/08

From: Glen Shannon <gshannon@-----.com>
Subj: Re: [kl] Are you a mover & a shaker?
Date: Tue, 6 Aug 2002 15:51:13 -0400

YES. I move a lot when I play and some say it's not "proper" and a
misguided use of energy that could do better to be directed into the
instrument. "So what," I say-- when I thoroughly enjoy what I'm
playing, I move. It's as simple as that. Besides, on a recording, I
don't find the music to be adversely affected. If I see moving up on
stage during a concert, it enhances my appreciation of what the
musicians are doing. Move all you want if it makes better music for
you!

Glen

>2 part question for all:
>
>1. Do you find it distracting when you are at a concert when musicians sway
>w/ the music?
>
>2. Do you emote with the music and move as you play?
>
>I am asking because I tend to move as I play and I'm wondering if I should
>stop....if it's a distraction
>
>
>Thanks!!!
>
>Barb

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