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Great job on Finals, everyone! I was really impressed with the amount of preparation for this playing test and with your growth this year. If I had given you this music at the beginning of the year, most of you would have panicked and had no idea how to approach it. Instead, most of you panicked and play well anyway!


Sunday, February 17, 2013

Drifen

Check out this recording of Drifen by the Austin Youth Orchestra Philharmonic. There are a lot of good things in this performance, but some things could be improved. As you listen, ask yourself:
Do I hear a big difference in dynamics?
Does each section sound strong and together?
How is the intonation - especially in the first violin part?
At measure 23, are they playing like everyone has the melody?
Does the tempo stay consistent throughout?



Now compare it with this one from South Carolina:



Which one do you like better?

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