The Clarinet BBoard

The Clarinet BBoard The C4 standard

New Topic | Go to Top | Go to Topic | Search | Help/Rules | Smileys/Notes | Log In

Previous Message | Next Message

Re: staccato after slur

Author: Matt74
Date: 2022-07-25 01:08

I agree it depends more on what you are trying to achieve than what is written. It doesn't matter so much how you make the sound you want, as long as you make it sound good. Avoid both abruptness and ambiguity.

Keep in mind that staccato means "detached", NOT "short". That should help you decide.

Work on starting and stopping notes very gently with the tongue, and also with breath. Then do the one that works best. The more choices you have the better.

You want to "say" something with your phrasing so that it makes sense to the ear, but it should be appropriate. The phrasing should be clear. Sometimes you may need to listen to a recording of yourself, or ask someone with good musical sense if it sounds right. "Too much" and "not enough" are not always obvious, and it also depends on the performance environment.

- Matthew Simington

Post Edited (2022-07-25 01:09)

Reply To Message | Avail. Forums | Flat View

Newer Topic | Older Topic

Topics