John Whitwell Clinic (2005)

Balance

• Moving Parts – come out more
• It’s a musical conversation – we know when it’s time to add what we need to add

Musicianship

• All music has direction
• Fast notes typically go to something
• Play like Colorado, not like Kansas
• Phrases should either go to something or from something

Other

• Articulation should not detract from tone
• Style should never be sacrificed for dynamics
• Tone should never be sacrificed for style or dynamics
• “Scream quietly” when playing soft for more support