Approach with caution. Coaching the young musician is both a joy, and an intense challenge. No one told me that they were so impressionable. Nothing was said about how sensitive they tend to be. Again. Approach with caution. I continue to be stretched and challenged myself as I coach young musicians. Yet, I am continually encouraged – even invigorated by [...]
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As a collaborative pianist and coach, I often encounter a student performer whose understanding and grasp of PULSE is less than desirable. During the first rehearsal (and often in the midst of the first ‘run-through’ of the piece in collaboration with the performer), I often pause and offer: “It sounds like you have a wonderful grasp [...]
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Friday, March 13, 2009
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