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Author: Nick
Date: 2003-02-12 01:08
Well, I just had my first audition for a local big band (in Syracuse, it's called Stan Collela Youth All-Star Band).
I played my song well (a little jazz song), but screwed up the scales and sightreading out of nervousness. The band isn't looking for clarinets, but I auditioned anyway just for the experience.
I've only been playing for about 7 months, but he said I have a fantastic tone and that I sound a lot like Eddie Daniels. He asked if I knew who that was, and I sort of shyly said yes, although I didn't.
Can anyone tell me a bit about Daniels's playing style or what sets him apart? I didn't quite understand what the auditioner meant and it didn't hit me to ask him until after I had left the building, of course!
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Author: Jules
Date: 2003-02-12 07:36
Eddie Daniels is one of the best jazz clarinetists of our time. He has a very wonderful tone/style that is not like the 'textbook' varieties you hear and read about. He travels all over the country to teach Master Classes and is a role model for many new, aspiring clarinetists. He also has a ligature that is made to his specifications that many people prefer to use as their favorite set-up.
To have someone compliment you by saying that you sound a lot like Eddie Daniels when you've only been playing for a short while is a BIG compliment. I would feel pretty good about myself if I were you!
Congratulations!
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Author: William
Date: 2003-02-13 15:20
Hmmmm....only been playing for 7 months and you sound like Eddie Daniels???? I wonder who is happier hearing this--you, or Eddie.
(BTW, congradualtions. Being compared to E.D. is a great compliment)
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