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Author: Bradley
Date: 2005-04-12 03:04
Well, tonight I performed the 1st mvt. of the Krommer Conc. for 2 Clarinets Op. 35 with Orlando, the other junior in the studio at school. We were two of the winners from the concerto competition the school holds, so we performed with the HS and College combined orchestra from school at Gusman Theatre in downtown Miami.
Yes, there were parts we could've done better, small flubs, a missed altissimo note from me, a missed ritard from him, but I'm happy with the performance. I don't think anything was too noticeable for the general audience [although with our teacher there, I know he noticed :-)] . In any case, it felt really good to be on stage performing. I was glad we've gotten to perform as well- for the last decade or so the winners have only included opera singers and string players so we "broke the rut" for a little. Hopefully I'll be able to perform Finzi or something else with an orchestra next year! I think the experience is going to help my nerves (one of the biggest drawbacks I've had for a while) and so I will be able to do better in my juries and recitals and such. Music is such an emotional experience- it's my life, and I know many of you feel the same way. I'm glad we can all share it.
Bradley
I don't have a recording of the performance yet, but I should eventually- and I'll probably be able to send to people that are interested.
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Author: Ralph G
Date: 2005-04-12 04:22
Way to go! I had my big concerto debut yesterday, so I can relate to the feeling. Lots of fun, but glad it's over, right? And can't wait to do it again, eh?
The best way to get over a case of nerves (for me, at least) is to imagine how silly you'd look backing out. There comes a point leading up to it when the event becomes bigger than you, and you'd just make things worse by not facing the music (no pun intended.. well yeah it was) and doing what you came to do. So put on that happy face and enjoy the moment. That philosophy can see you through performances, public speaking engagements, and wedding days! That's other people's weddings, of course, and not mine
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Author: mkybrain
Date: 2005-04-12 04:37
I'll be having my 'debut' sometime in may, webever concerto no. 2 third movement. Only had 2 reheasals on it so far(I've been preparing it since forever so my end is pretty solid). Sometimes the youth symphony has problems following me, especially during the few ritards and such. I really hope they learn their part by the time the concert comes. You guys have any advice or preparation, mentally and otherwise? Btw I doubt there will be a recording unless my parents video tape it, which I'm not sure if that is allowed.
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Author: diz
Date: 2005-04-13 01:37
mkybrain ... when it comes to youth symphonies (in my experience) unless they are 'world class' ones (Canadian Youth Orchestra, Australian Youth Orchestra, etc) then you will need to have a lot of give and take. Don't expect them to follow you - but go with the flow.
Without music, the world would be grey, very grey.
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Author: Robert Moody
Date: 2005-04-13 04:49
I've had over a dozen performances with band or orchestra and for me, it did become easier each time. I cannot get rid of nerves, but it is not the wall of fear it was the first time...by a long shot.
Congrats to you and no-one should expect a perfect perfomance. I'm glad you were pleased over all.
Take care and keep making those solo appearances.
Robert Moody
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