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David Russell: Take A Note OUT To Prioritize FLOW & RHYTHM!
@ tonebase Guitar
11/19/22
Takeaways
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David Russell
11/19/22
@ tonebase Guitar
A single note less in a challenging chord can help create a more beautiful phrase while maintaining flow.
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David Russell
11/19/22
@ tonebase Guitar
We must continue to exploit the beauty of our instrument, as it has the potential to create magical sounds.
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David Russell
11/19/22
@ tonebase Guitar
When unprepared, we often need to practice significantly more than usual to reach a performance level.
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David Russell
11/19/22
@ tonebase Guitar
As I gain experience, I learn to choose fingerings more quickly based on how my fingers work.
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David Russell
11/19/22
@ tonebase Guitar
Making a video of my practice allows me to break down the piece, edit it, and understand it much better.
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David Russell
11/19/22
@ tonebase Guitar
Recording myself forces me to make decisions and improves my performance by allowing me to critique my playing.
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David Russell
11/19/22
@ tonebase Guitar
Rhythmic elements are crucial for achieving the composer's intent, especially when they intricately place notes within a beat.
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David Russell
11/19/22
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Understanding the musical gesture you're searching for helps prevent getting bogged down by minor details, allowing you to grasp the bigger idea of the piece.
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David Russell
11/19/22
@ tonebase Guitar
Artistry begins with exploring how far you can push your interpretation of a piece, rather than staying within a tight sphere of traditional interpretations.
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David Russell
11/19/22
@ tonebase Guitar
The most interesting musicians often push the boundaries of taste, creating excitement by exploring the edges of their artistic bubble.
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David Russell
11/19/22
@ tonebase Guitar
It's essential to balance respect for the score with the need to make the music sound beautiful, as the composer may prioritize emotional expression over strict adherence to the written notes.
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David Russell
11/19/22
@ tonebase Guitar
As a performer, I must understand the composer's intentions and then make the piece my own, which involves recognizing the freedoms offered in the score.