Author: Fuzzy
Date: 2017-09-21 03:13
I concur with Karl.
I'd add...take time to understand the second chair part. I spent my high school years focused on first chair parts...finding later that I lacked a full understanding of the other parts, chord structures, etc. No matter where you are placed, take the time to learn about music in general, and how your "part" fits into the bigger picture.
On the side, you'll be practicing and improving, so you'll one day (most likely) end up in first chair...but in the meantime, look at second chair as a fleeting opportunity to learn more about music, and grab everything you can from it. Listen closely to how your part sounds when added to the first chair/third chair parts.
First chair generally comes along if you want it and put the practice in - I'd recommend worrying less about the chair, and more about the music.
There's a good chance (that in the long run) your time in second chair could help you bypass those placed ahead of you right now.
Have fun and enjoy the opportunity!
Fuzzy
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