With hyper obsessive dedication to this stroke, I continue:
Playing through the exercises by Barry Green and Hal Robinson provide the training ground, if not obstacle course for this study. You'll see in the linked videos my efforts.
The most significant lesson thus far that I've learned is, to no surprise, the practical application versus theoretical knowledge. I can break down and read, even understand, conceptually the physical components but there is absolutely no substitute for slow, detailed practice with a metronome. The subtle horizontal motion, combined with vertical wrist motion across and up/down the string seem to be only achievable painstakingly.
Using exercises as opposed to excerpts or symphonic literature is an approach that resonates with my sensibilities. I appreciate the "learning through the repertoire" concept, but the potential pit falls of working in bad habits or worse psychological barriers seem to great a risk. To acquire the stroke in a no stakes scenarios allows for mental clarity. I may be missing the mark, but I see an immense value in this practice methodology.
Here are some more videos of my graduate attempts at acquire this stroke. Repertoire is on the horizon.
No comments:
Post a Comment