Mastering Recuerdos and the Tremolo Technique
July 16, 2007
Secrets to Mastering Recuerdos de la Alhambra and the Tremolo Technique
by Karl Wohlwend
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ISBN number - 0978899628
Performing Tremolo Pieces
July 15, 2007
I recently performed Jorge Morel’s transcription of Misionera which contains two tremolo sections that are each repeated. When performing any piece (let alone one involving the specific technique of tremolo), I find it very important to keep loose and flexible. This would apply to not only the hands and fingers but also the forearms, upper arms, shoulders, back and neck. If I tighten up, my tremolo technique becomes choppy and uneven. How to combat this?
1 - Consider checking in with your specific tight spots throughout the piece. Ask yourself, “How is my right shoulder?” It is tight, tense, raised?
2 - Loosen up before the performance by stretching and warming up.
3 - Before starting, check in with your body. Run through the entire body and perform a system analysis. If you find a trouble spot, take a deep breath and try to release the tension with your exhale.
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