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Re: Squeezing my stomach

Author: Arnoldstang
Date: 2008-06-12 22:34

Here's my advice. Practice low notes on the clarinet. Play low G, low F and low E. Make these sounds full and loud while maintaining a good embouchure. While playing loud it is important to relax the body. Focus on various things. Try playing loud and relaxing the arms. ...then focus on the shoulders...let them drop....As you play imagine the tone going from the clarinet to a distant wall etc. Imagine the airflow travelling...keep the flow constant and don't tense up. The usual tendency is for us to relax when we play softly and tense up when we play loud. We tend to grip the clarinet more for loud playing so focus on relaxed fingers while playing loud. You might try starting softly and then crescendo...focusing on relaxation. The next step would be to add the register key to these low notes. Practice them in pairs....low g and then add the register key to get d. What you want is a full low note going to a full upper note. Practice slowly ...half note on low G ...slur to D...lots of air. Strive for a D that is open and resonant. Repeat this several times. Do the same with low F to upper C and lowest E to B in the staff. This would be a good way warm up exercise for you. All the best.

Freelance woodwind performer

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