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SarahK New Member
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Posted: Tue Mar 12, 2019 3:14 pm Post subject: When does a "beginner" become an "intermediat |
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Hello everyone, this is my first post
I tried the search function but no luck, so forgive me if this has been answered ad nauseam
When does a "beginner" cross that hallowed line into "intermediate" territory? What are the skills and knowledge that take a player from one level to the next?
Appreciate your thoughts! Thanks all! |
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TrumpetMD Heavyweight Member
Joined: 22 Oct 2008 Posts: 2411 Location: Maryland
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Posted: Tue Mar 12, 2019 3:44 pm Post subject: Re: When does a "beginner" become an "interme |
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SarahK wrote: | Hello everyone, this is my first post
I tried the search function but no luck, so forgive me if this has been answered ad nauseam
When does a "beginner" cross that hallowed line into "intermediate" territory? What are the skills and knowledge that take a player from one level to the next?
Appreciate your thoughts! Thanks all! |
Welcome to TH! I'm sure there are better answers out there, but here is mine.
The terms "beginner", "intermediate", and "advanced" are somewhat artificial, and which we tend to use informally. Although I suppose you can assign a level of skill to each definition.
But for me, I view an "intermediate" player as someone who is learned enough basic material that he/she can continue learn on their own. And I view an "advanced" player as someone who learned enough that he/she can make music on their own.
Mike _________________ Bach Stradivarius 43* Trumpet (1974), Bach 6C Mouthpiece.
Bach Stradivarius 184 Cornet (1988), Yamaha 13E4 Mouthpiece
Olds L-12 Flugelhorn (1969), Yamaha 13F4 Mouthpiece.
Plus a few other Bach, Getzen, Olds, Carol, HN White, and Besson horns. |
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adc Veteran Member
Joined: 01 Mar 2019 Posts: 119 Location: Elizabethtown PA
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Posted: Tue Mar 12, 2019 4:21 pm Post subject: |
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I'll take a shot:
If you can play anything in Arban's OK" you are an "Intermediate" _________________ Too many Old Cornets to Count |
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jadickson Heavyweight Member
Joined: 23 Jun 2006 Posts: 1294 Location: Raleigh, NC
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Posted: Tue Mar 12, 2019 5:21 pm Post subject: |
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School band director's perspective: when you get into playing GRADE II or III level literature, I would consider you "intermediate".
Like a high school freshman. At that point, you are outgrowing your beginner equipment and would benefit from changing to something more advanced. _________________ Justin Dickson
Middle school band director. Still learning.
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Brad361 Heavyweight Member
Joined: 16 Dec 2007 Posts: 7080 Location: Houston, TX.
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Posted: Wed Mar 13, 2019 5:15 am Post subject: |
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jadickson wrote: | School band director's perspective: when you get into playing GRADE II or III level literature, I would consider you "intermediate".
Like a high school freshman. At that point, you are outgrowing your beginner equipment and would benefit from changing to something more advanced. |
+1
I don’t think there are cut and dried standards, but the above is good answer.
Brad _________________ When asked if he always sounds great:
"I always try, but not always, because the horn is merciless, unpredictable and traitorous." - Arturo Sandoval |
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SarahK New Member
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Posted: Wed Mar 13, 2019 8:11 am Post subject: |
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Interesting answers... thanks all! I always thought an "intermediate" was a bit more advanced than what you are suggesting. Thanks again! |
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