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Author: musichick
Date: 2003-12-06 22:55
When playing scales its very hard to use the gizmo key to play high C so I usually leave it out. However, my high C is nowhere near the quality of sound that my other notes are. Long tones have not helped much. How have other players gotten around using the gizmo key?
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Author: Steven King
Date: 2003-12-07 02:37
hmmm, i don't think you really can.... does it sound better when you use the gizmo key? The high C takes alot of practice to get out well.... I have been playing 3 octave C scale for about 2 years now and my high C is just now starting to sound somewhat good. My suggestion is that you should go find a private teacher... im sure that a teacher can help much more. Because it can be any number of things.. and I don't really konw how to expalin how to play that high well.... sice its not my highest point either. But im working on it But something to try... play the first not below the C that sounds like you want your sound to sound like. Then look in a mirror and play that note. Look at your lips.... now play the high C with that same exact embouchre and just push your bottom lip out just a tiny bit more for this C. Play it with both the Gizmo key and without it.... looking in the mirror and making sure to keep a good embouchre. See what sounds the best. Also use a LOT of air!!
Hope this helps
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Author: Charlotte
Date: 2003-12-07 03:54
My high C sounds fine without the gizmo key, but i usually use it anyway. Just keep practicing and it will get better. Use a lot of support and play LOUDLY in the top register, and your tone will improve.
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Author: Jenn
Date: 2003-12-23 02:03
i would suggest starting on either F sharp or G and practice going up to the C slowing, giving you enough time to get the gizmo key. In time you'll probably be able to get it easier. but thats only if your C sounds better with the gizmo. otherwise, it just take practice.
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Author: flute freak
Date: 2004-03-02 09:06
I got used to it now and i cant play high c without the gizmo.
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