I think that I practice in the same way that runners prepare for marathons. Gradually build up the endurance. When I know I'm going to be playing a LOT of oboe, I tend to practice in longer spans, in order to get my full embouchure strength (I mostly play English horn with the symphony, and non-oboe stuff at other gigs). I do this same kind of thing preparing for oboe recitals. The longer my practice sessions, the better prepared I am for longer playing. This also means less down-time in practice. Working on Pasculli solo works is a great way to achieve this, or longer etudes (Silverstrini).
Beauty, the Beast, and a Tired Face
I just finished playing the Oboe book for Beauty and the Beast. Wow.
How do most of you prepare to have the endurance to play that book. I play oboe pretty regularly in all kinds of settings (Orchestra, Quintet, etc) but a the end of the matinee I was tired. At the end of the night I was barely able to hold my embouchure. I changed to my most easiest playing reeds and I do not think I am pinching to produce a sound. I just haven't been that tired after playing that long since doing an orchestra concert of all The Planets, an Overture, and St. Saen's Phaeton.
How do most of you prepare to have the endurance to play that book. I play oboe pretty regularly in all kinds of settings (Orchestra, Quintet, etc) but a the end of the matinee I was tired. At the end of the night I was barely able to hold my embouchure. I changed to my most easiest playing reeds and I do not think I am pinching to produce a sound. I just haven't been that tired after playing that long since doing an orchestra concert of all The Planets, an Overture, and St. Saen's Phaeton.
1 - 2 of 2 Posts
1 - 2 of 2 Posts
- This is an older thread, you may not receive a response, and could be reviving an old thread. Please consider creating a new thread.
Sax on the Web Forum
A forum community dedicated to saxophone players and enthusiasts originally founded by Harri Rautiainen. Come join the discussion about collections, care, displays, models, styles, reviews, accessories, classifieds, and more!
Full Forum Listing
Recommended Communities
