Wow, it's been so long since I worked on this piece, and I've done so many different things on my other pieces, that I've really forgotten most of the things specific to this one!! But some of my other comments probably mention some important things. I do remember concentration on dynamics and intonation. At that time, I was in the middle of a huge project improving my bow arm.
I had a new teacher and needed to improve pretty much everything about my playing, so I don't remember anything specific to that particular piece. But the biggest overall things I've found about playing: Pay special attention to dynamics. The people in the back of the audience shouldn't have to wonder "Is this loud or soft...?" You need, however hard, to develop relaxed hands (your teacher can really help with that if you ask).
You should practice with drones of the key the piece is in for intonation (for instance, put on a c drone if it's in the key of c). And my personal favorite thing to pay attention to: the notes that don't fit into the chord being played by piano/orchestra are the ones that are interesting. They deserve special vibrato =)
For virbrato or for dynamics? Do you mind me asking what a drone is? Sorry I'm still not very familiar with some terms violin or string instrument wise. Also do you recommend this or the meditation from Thais by I think Massanet, for an audition? I plan to only learn the first movement or so for the Hyden.
mm yah my bow arm isn't all that well refined yet. I have problems with the intonation of pieces so this will be a challenge for me. Thanks so much for the advice. I just got a new teacher as well and he has to help fix 2 years of horrible posture. For dynamics I think I might not make everything as forte and piano as you suggest though, because I plan to only play this piece for a single person perhaps to for my audition although I will try for a greater contrast between them. Relaxed hands?
i'm confused- at the beginning of my violin only score, it has TUTTI and small notes. you don't play that, the piano does. but at the bottom of my score it says *all tuttis shouild be played. ahh i'm so confused!!!!!!!
On the very first note you have to set your bow before you play. You made a screech sound when you started playing. Watch out for that. Also watch out for your string crossings, but good dynamics.
can you give some advices:) because my daughter is starting to play this concert what kind of things she needs to pay attention !!! I apreciate so much!!!!
The biggest thing that I worked on in this piece is phrasing phrasing phrasing. The baroque period that this music was written in had music that repeats the same patterns over and over. The phrasings have to be different to keep the audience entertained. Next there's always intonation and good fingerings. And a good bow arm and posture are absolutely crucial. These I of course am still working on. If you have any questions, make sure to ask your teacher.
hi again. i'm playing this piece on an exam the 20th of June. Can't actually say i am looking forwar to it! if only i played it as good as you! had th epiece for over a year myself! however you outplay me :P
Thanks a lot! I've had this piece for over a year now. I'd better be able to play it pretty well! Plus I have a great teacher. She pays attention to the small details a lot, which really pays off. I'd love to know how your audition went! ~Rachyl
Thanks for the comments, everyone!
kqrpnb 3 years ago
more vibrato would be better
soulreapr1 3 years ago
It's excellent! I'm considering to play this piece for an audition, any future advice on this piece for me?
AsianSpazz 3 years ago
Wow, it's been so long since I worked on this piece, and I've done so many different things on my other pieces, that I've really forgotten most of the things specific to this one!! But some of my other comments probably mention some important things. I do remember concentration on dynamics and intonation. At that time, I was in the middle of a huge project improving my bow arm.
kqrpnb 3 years ago
I had a new teacher and needed to improve pretty much everything about my playing, so I don't remember anything specific to that particular piece. But the biggest overall things I've found about playing: Pay special attention to dynamics. The people in the back of the audience shouldn't have to wonder "Is this loud or soft...?" You need, however hard, to develop relaxed hands (your teacher can really help with that if you ask).
kqrpnb 3 years ago
You should practice with drones of the key the piece is in for intonation (for instance, put on a c drone if it's in the key of c). And my personal favorite thing to pay attention to: the notes that don't fit into the chord being played by piano/orchestra are the ones that are interesting. They deserve special vibrato =)
kqrpnb 3 years ago
For virbrato or for dynamics? Do you mind me asking what a drone is? Sorry I'm still not very familiar with some terms violin or string instrument wise. Also do you recommend this or the meditation from Thais by I think Massanet, for an audition? I plan to only learn the first movement or so for the Hyden.
AsianSpazz 3 years ago
mm yah my bow arm isn't all that well refined yet. I have problems with the intonation of pieces so this will be a challenge for me. Thanks so much for the advice. I just got a new teacher as well and he has to help fix 2 years of horrible posture. For dynamics I think I might not make everything as forte and piano as you suggest though, because I plan to only play this piece for a single person perhaps to for my audition although I will try for a greater contrast between them. Relaxed hands?
AsianSpazz 3 years ago
That was very well played!
Johan Hackman
johanhackman 4 years ago
see, its videos like this that prove that this piece was made for violin and orchestra.
UuuhhJon44 4 years ago
Rachel, you look like Mika Nakashima, slim and beautiful.
tinyctlo 4 years ago
i'm confused- at the beginning of my violin only score, it has TUTTI and small notes. you don't play that, the piano does. but at the bottom of my score it says *all tuttis shouild be played. ahh i'm so confused!!!!!!!
meeeeeert 4 years ago
On the very first note you have to set your bow before you play. You made a screech sound when you started playing. Watch out for that. Also watch out for your string crossings, but good dynamics.
violinist4life93 4 years ago
Thank you for the advice! I'll definitely pay attention to those things.
kqrpnb 4 years ago
beatiful!!! congratulations!!!! wonderful sound!!!
can you give some advices:) because my daughter is starting to play this concert what kind of things she needs to pay attention !!! I apreciate so much!!!!
vmpm777 4 years ago
The biggest thing that I worked on in this piece is phrasing phrasing phrasing. The baroque period that this music was written in had music that repeats the same patterns over and over. The phrasings have to be different to keep the audience entertained. Next there's always intonation and good fingerings. And a good bow arm and posture are absolutely crucial. These I of course am still working on. If you have any questions, make sure to ask your teacher.
kqrpnb 4 years ago
And feel free to ask me if you think I can help in any way. Thank you for asking me for advice. I hope I helped.
kqrpnb 4 years ago
May I ask what you are working on now?
Zhou9 4 years ago
Right now I'm working on Mozart's concerto in D major. My biggest challenge now, however, is taking up the viola as well as the violin.
kqrpnb 4 years ago
hi again. i'm playing this piece on an exam the 20th of June. Can't actually say i am looking forwar to it! if only i played it as good as you! had th epiece for over a year myself! however you outplay me :P
hanshenrik2 4 years ago
I just played this piece at a recital on sunday but I don't think I played it quite as well as you did!! Great job!!
slmillerviolino 4 years ago
Oh, thanks! I've had the piece for quite a while - over a year. I love working on the small details in the piece. Practice makes perfect! ~Rachyl
kqrpnb 4 years ago
your amazing;-)
wow im playing this for an audition tonight=X
i wish i could play at well as you
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Violinfreek93 4 years ago
Thanks a lot! I've had this piece for over a year now. I'd better be able to play it pretty well! Plus I have a great teacher. She pays attention to the small details a lot, which really pays off. I'd love to know how your audition went! ~Rachyl
kqrpnb 4 years ago
Excellent. I like it slower, but you're a great player.
Zhou9 4 years ago
Hmm, everyone likes different things! Thanks for the compliments!
kqrpnb 4 years ago
very good young lady =) okay that piece my self! wish i played it as good as you =)
hanshenrik2 4 years ago
Thank you! I paid attention to the small details. They really make a difference.
kqrpnb 4 years ago