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shaolin
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 Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2016 7:14 am Post subject: Arm Posture |
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| Hello All -- In my lessons with Doc, I don't recall him talking about arm posture. I've found that if I keep my elbows up and away from body (a la the other Doc, Severinsen), it has a beneficial effect on all aspects of my playing, especially breathing and reduction of mouthpiece pressure. Does anyone recall Doc teaching about this? |
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deesson
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| Posted: Wed Feb 03, 2016 12:49 pm Post subject: |
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From the Orientation and Analysis "High Spots" sheet:
"Keep your arms away from your body whether you are standing or sitting to perform. This idea of "hugging yourself" must be eradicated because the lazy habit causes rib-cage restrictions and often brings on "mouthpiece twisting" while ascending in particular. Correct breathing does not tolerate unnecessary physical restrictions!" |
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