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Author: psychotic lil clarinet girl (don't as
Date: 2004-08-19 23:45
I'm thinking of auditioning for a youth symphony orchestra near where I live... We have to play major scales, arpeggios, and a solo of our choice... I'm choosing rose etudes, and I'm wondering if y'all have any suggestions... I'm also wondering, is their anything to help you get over being nervous? Breathing excercises and stuff like that? thanks...
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Author: Contra
Date: 2004-08-20 00:22
Practice it until you can play it with your eyes closed and while laying down. That's what I do and it normally works.
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Author: EEBaum
Date: 2004-08-20 01:02
To get over nervousness, play like the audition doesn't matter.
This is quite more easily said than done. However, the best audition I ever gave (relative to my playing ability at the time) was for an ensemble that I didn't think I'd make it in to (I quite wanted to, but didn't think I had a chance). I made it in.
-Alex
www.mostlydifferent.com
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Author: Kevin
Date: 2004-08-20 01:14
What I found to be one of Green's best techniques is - while playing, give yourself the permission to fail.
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Author: msloss
Date: 2004-08-20 03:17
Rose 40 -- Book 1, #13. On Northwestern's audition list. Very impressive if it is well executed.
As for the nervousness, just remember you aren't performing open heart surgery. Life doesn't end if you make a mistake. And quite frankly, if you weren't nervous, that might be more cause for concern.
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Author: William
Date: 2004-08-20 14:44
Whatever study you choose, play straight through it at the start of each practice--no matter how many little (big?) errors may occure. Make it your goal to be able to play error free the first time and learn, ultimately, to play through the little mistakes that may happen. The legendary coach of the 1960's Green Bay Packers probably said it best--"Strive for perfection, realizing that while it is not possible, in it's pursuit you will achieve excellance". Play straight through the first time thinking "no mistakes". Then, go back and try to improve on the ones that may (will) occure. But the point is, mistakes will always happen and developing the confidence to play right through them is crucial to any performer. There is nothing like success and experiance for building confidence--and confidence was your basic concern, right?? So, hit the "woodshed" and start believing in yourself, Right Now!! You can do it.
Everyone's elses advice is also "right on"--hope this all helps you, Psyco.
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Author: hans
Date: 2004-08-20 14:52
Mary,
Slow, deep breaths helps some people. Also avoid anything containing caffeine; e.g., colas, coffee, tea, chocolate, etc. for at least 4 hours before performing.
A search of the BB will find more posts on this topic.
Regards,
Hans
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Author: psychotic lil clarinet girl (don't as
Date: 2004-08-20 20:20
Thanks for y'alls advice, it looks like I'm not going to audition for it after all... My parents don't want to do the driving if I did make it, and what's the point in auditioning if you make it and then you have to quit... But I'll be sure to apply this advice to mid-state/all-state... Thanks
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Author: presto214
Date: 2004-08-20 21:32
I just recently auditioned for the Youth Symphony and was awarded the principal position. I'm very excited!! I played the Rose Etude #26, the one in C minor, that's a hard one!!
AAHHH!
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Author: Igloo Bob
Date: 2004-08-21 01:47
I've always liked #4. Not too technically difficult, and a lot of fun to play.
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Author: DavidBlumberg
Date: 2004-08-22 05:36
I wouldn't suggest using an etude to do a youth orchestra audition. You should use something that the judges (conductor, panel) might be somewhat familiar with.
I remember as a 15 yr old playing the Stravinsky 3 pieces for my Youth Orchestra Audition in PA and the Director (who was a Clarinetist/Gigliotti's girlfriend ended up being) told me that the Stravinsky wasn't a good choice and I was lucky that she was a Clarinetist or the person hearing it probably wouldn't have appreciated it much. I made the group.
Consider sticking with Mozart, Weber, Saint Saens Sonata, etc - the standard works.
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Author: DavidBlumberg
Date: 2004-08-23 01:37
Also, you should get the video which Timothy Galway and Barry Green did. It is very good.
Above all though you must be certain that you are prepared - know your music. Too many students think that they don't have to repeat the work hundreds of times to be really secure when under pressure and find out the hard way that it is the only way.
Why do Swimmers look at the same line day after day? (same principal)
The saying is "prepare for luck"
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