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Pallady New Member
Joined: 15 May 2020 Posts: 9
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Posted: Fri Aug 21, 2020 3:53 pm Post subject: Systematic Approach Noticeable Improvements |
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It's been about a month since I started the Systematic Approach and a lot has changed in the way I play as well as my general ability.
First thing I noticed was that my tongue was moving around my mouth when I was playing, as opposed to have the tongue rest more naturally against the lower back teeth. Though I still struggle with that as my lower lip tends to curl over my lower teeth.
Next thing I noticed was breathing, breathing from the lungs has combined with the part 1 exercises has given me a noticeable boost in endurance. When I started, the longest I could hold a part 2 exercises was around 35-40 seconds. Now that I am in Lesson 3, I can easily hold a solid C for a minute, though I do notice as I go down, that time seems to go up and down.
Which reminds me of pedal tones, in which I was recently able to sound the second pedal C cleanly, though i would say the second pedal D is the most lowest consistent pedal tone I can play.
When it comes to the part 2 exercises, I haven't really progressed in terms of range, but my consistency has definitely improved. I was able to play a D above high C clean and consistently for a week straight now, despite playing a mellophone through marching band. (Only 6 of us, so we really have to blow).
Soon I will progress to Lesson 4, but hopefully before I get there I will be able to play the Eb above the D cleanly. High notes above a D seem odd to me, but I'm sure with practice it will get better.
Hopefully as time goes on I will be able to post another positive update from this book!
Maybe after a bit of rest. (Today was a CHOP-BUSTER) |
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Jeff_Purtle Heavyweight Member
Joined: 14 Mar 2003 Posts: 936 Location: Greenville, South Carolina
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Posted: Sat Aug 22, 2020 7:21 am Post subject: |
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I think you’re missing something very important. Never hold the Part 2 notes beyond a three count hold. The long held notes are only in part 1. Another rule to follow is to never let yourself get beyond half empty when attempting high notes.
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Pallady New Member
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Posted: Sat Aug 22, 2020 8:44 am Post subject: |
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Jeff_Purtle wrote: | I think you’re missing something very important. Never hold the Part 2 notes beyond a three count hold. The long held notes are only in part 1. Another rule to follow is to never let yourself get beyond half empty when attempting high notes.
Jeff |
Ah, I didn't specify that. I normally don't hold the highest note as long as I can, I normally bring it to a crescendo before I stop. |
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