[TPIN] "efficient playing"

[DVTheob at aol.com]

Playing efficiently, is not something you just decide to do! It takes a lot  
of time and effort with consistent practice. I compare it to my jogging, 
Several  years ago, I started jogging. I struggled to go a half a mile! I was breath
ing  hard and felt like I was at least 85!! After years of regular jogging I 
am much  more efficient, as I have more muscle tone and lung capacity and my 
body is  working efficiently, at least for the two to three miles I have been  
consistently running. The same is true for playing the trumpet. Playing the 
horn  and working up to longer playing times, being consistent as possible, 
working on  breath control. long tones, lip slurs and range,will bring results 
over time!  Another important step is to bring some accountability to the 
process, Find a  group to play with on a regular basis. Brass group, Community band, 
Church  orchestra are some possiblilites.This will help in many 
ways........... Keep  your interest up, give motivation, give another forum to encourage 
your  progress, expose you to a variety of music, give you something to work on 
and  for each week, a good way to keep check on your progress, and have  
something to look forward to!!
  Because of your schedule, it may be a slow process, so be patient  and keep 
the horn on your face as much as possible!! 
           Hang in there  and keep honkin!!
                         Dan T
 
 
In a message dated 9/23/2007 9:55:53 P.M. Central Daylight Time,  
Benny at BenRydell.Com writes:


Frank brought up an interesting topic for discussion.   Musicians who 
consider themselves as highly efficient trumpet players are  those who have found the 
most optimized set-up, one that works well, allowing  a desired level of 
minimal effort while playing.  Playing with minimal  effort is always a good thing 
since it allows our creative side to open up  easier.  A Clarke study is more 
fun while driving down a smooth vs. bumpy  road, for example.









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