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Re: Regarding the Mozart Clarinet Concerto

Author: Ed
Date: 2020-03-16 15:48

Given that the original question is from an adult learner who does not take lessons, I think it important not to overwhelm. While I understand all of the concerns about accurate period performance, that opens up a whole other dimension of issues. Even a player of reasonable sklll and knowledge would need a very deep understanding to be able to play appropriate improvisational elements or ornaments. (look up postings over the years from the late Dan Lesson for some information) I would rather a player learn the basics of the piece through the sheet music using a standard recording such as those by Wright, Marcellus or many others and play it well.That foundation would help the player learn the basic foundation before attempting to embellish.

To me, it would be like someone asking to learn the tune Body and Soul. I would prefer they start with the Benny Goodman trio to learn the basics and harmonic structure before they try to attempt Coleman Hawkin's version.

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