Good playing, but you are taking a risk by playing it with that kind of vibrato. The safest is to play it totally straight, I think, save the vib. for Bolero and Mahler 3 (slow solo.)
Sorry that the "movement" bothered you. I do agree that in general, erroneous motion may detract and cause problems in playing. On the other hand, complete immobility can come with it's own tension in the system which affects performance, and for a lyrical etude, I'd be highly suspect if I didn't see some amount of physical expression. On a highly technical excerpt however, I absolutely agree- a strong foundation without movement will serve better.
i think its very very good! great sound, great articulation! i'm a jazztrombone player, and started to practise some classical orchestral excerpts, und i like your version very much. only a few very little things i'd like to say: the time i think is very important, like poaune4life already said. but what bothered my more were some movements you do with your torso. i think its not severe, cause you still sound very good, but i'm always trying to avoid every unnecessarily motions when i play.
You sound just like me in terms of your strengths and weaknesses. Strenghts being sound and intonation, and weakness being slide technique (it's very good, just not as good as other aspects of your playing) Your sound is amazing though, especially for the style. Keep playing man, you sound great.
Indeed, time is always important. One common interpretation is to slightly pull back near the end of the solo. Another is to see it as a bridge to the next attaca section, which is somewhat quicker.
In the context of a "solo" excerpt audition, I chose the former, particularly since this was the only audition piece outside the Tan Dun that I was able to submit. In a standard orchestral audition, I might choose a bit less, but again, can be a judgement call. One must be prepared for both.
what's up with all the thumbs downs on comments that provide advice and suggestions? i'm sure that drjbonehead wants to hear any suggestions to get better. because that's what we do as musicians, get advice from different people to get better. sorry, those thumbs down votes irk me.
hey man, figure i might as well add some advice now that i've said that. practice this with a metronome for sure, the judge panel is definitely going to be counting those rests. sounds good though!!
One additional thought- as an "affect" it is not uncommon for a trombonist to mimic a portamento, similar to a cello, for a more musical legato. It can be used to soften the sound and smooth out the passage- that said, too much, borders on glissando and sloppy technique.
Tastes, and interpretations, vary most widely. I've studied the excerpt for many years, played it for many coaches, and find that the Requiem is perhaps the most polarizing of excerpts- everyone has "THE RIGHT WAY"(theirs)
Although the Mozart requiem is probably the most "expressive" of the standard orchestral audition excerpts- there is indeed a danger in being "too expressive" as you are the accompaniment part in a vocal duet.
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I am nowhere near your your level but my teacher is most likely higher, his name is John Rutherford. He has told me to open up tone and don't sweat too much on dynamics, once you have the perfect tone, you can have perfect dynamics. Once again, I think your great and I think you can get greater by opening up, play with your throat and lips, not just buzzing.
good tone, but Mozart demands more metronomic accuracy, and less vibrato.
tombonele 7 months ago
Good playing, but you are taking a risk by playing it with that kind of vibrato. The safest is to play it totally straight, I think, save the vib. for Bolero and Mahler 3 (slow solo.)
bonemannen 1 year ago
good job, i really like the tone and the fluidity.
Angel0vDeath 1 year ago
Make sure to count the rests carefully.
TromboneMan111 1 year ago
Sounds great! Enjoyed it! Iron the sheet.. lol
Thendrix26 1 year ago
Sorry that the "movement" bothered you. I do agree that in general, erroneous motion may detract and cause problems in playing. On the other hand, complete immobility can come with it's own tension in the system which affects performance, and for a lyrical etude, I'd be highly suspect if I didn't see some amount of physical expression. On a highly technical excerpt however, I absolutely agree- a strong foundation without movement will serve better.
drjbonehead 2 years ago
i think its very very good! great sound, great articulation! i'm a jazztrombone player, and started to practise some classical orchestral excerpts, und i like your version very much. only a few very little things i'd like to say: the time i think is very important, like poaune4life already said. but what bothered my more were some movements you do with your torso. i think its not severe, cause you still sound very good, but i'm always trying to avoid every unnecessarily motions when i play.
antonzwoelfton 2 years ago
thumbs up to all!!! my treat :P
danielwills93 2 years ago
You sound just like me in terms of your strengths and weaknesses. Strenghts being sound and intonation, and weakness being slide technique (it's very good, just not as good as other aspects of your playing) Your sound is amazing though, especially for the style. Keep playing man, you sound great.
minor7b5natural9 2 years ago
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it.
drjbonehead 2 years ago
Indeed, time is always important. One common interpretation is to slightly pull back near the end of the solo. Another is to see it as a bridge to the next attaca section, which is somewhat quicker.
In the context of a "solo" excerpt audition, I chose the former, particularly since this was the only audition piece outside the Tan Dun that I was able to submit. In a standard orchestral audition, I might choose a bit less, but again, can be a judgement call. One must be prepared for both.
drjbonehead 2 years ago
what's up with all the thumbs downs on comments that provide advice and suggestions? i'm sure that drjbonehead wants to hear any suggestions to get better. because that's what we do as musicians, get advice from different people to get better. sorry, those thumbs down votes irk me.
hey man, figure i might as well add some advice now that i've said that. practice this with a metronome for sure, the judge panel is definitely going to be counting those rests. sounds good though!!
trombonist409 2 years ago
One additional thought- as an "affect" it is not uncommon for a trombonist to mimic a portamento, similar to a cello, for a more musical legato. It can be used to soften the sound and smooth out the passage- that said, too much, borders on glissando and sloppy technique.
Tastes, and interpretations, vary most widely. I've studied the excerpt for many years, played it for many coaches, and find that the Requiem is perhaps the most polarizing of excerpts- everyone has "THE RIGHT WAY"(theirs)
drjbonehead 2 years ago
Too much slide noise on your legato, very perfnctory and unimaginative phrasing. Dynamic range runs the gamut from A to B.
Your sound quality and intonation are both good, though.
MuchSmarterThanYou 2 years ago
Dear MuchSmarterThanYou,
Although the Mozart requiem is probably the most "expressive" of the standard orchestral audition excerpts- there is indeed a danger in being "too expressive" as you are the accompaniment part in a vocal duet.
Sorry you didn't enjoy it the interpretation.
Best,
Dr. J
drjbonehead 2 years ago
i play trombone too!
billymaster2 2 years ago
Thanks for your support!!
drjbonehead 3 years ago
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I am nowhere near your your level but my teacher is most likely higher, his name is John Rutherford. He has told me to open up tone and don't sweat too much on dynamics, once you have the perfect tone, you can have perfect dynamics. Once again, I think your great and I think you can get greater by opening up, play with your throat and lips, not just buzzing.
associatedwithlosi 3 years ago
Jon is my hero. :) :)
CornoKev 3 years ago
Jon - Great pitch, control and sound... hope to see you in NY you have my VOTE!
eupHque 3 years ago 2