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Cluncky keys/notes

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#1 ·
It is hard to play smoothly from B to C and from C to B. Also, going to the g sharp key is often cluncky. Any solutions? Is repetition the only way?
 
#3 ·
It is hard to play smoothly from B to C and from C to B.

Is repetition the only way?
Learn to use your side C key, and yes repetition is the way. With practice, you can make that transition smoothly with either fingering ('normal' C or the side key). You'll discover when, and when not, to use the side C key. There are no definite rules to follow.

Did I mention that practice is the key? Same is true for the G# key.
 
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I just discovered that (keeping your finger on g# all of the time). But it feels so awkward. Maybe that disappears with practice.
Yes, it does. In fact I discovered at some point that I was holding the G# key down on certain passages without even realizing it or having planned to do so. Having said that, it's good to know what you're doing (!) and also know when you can hold that key down and when not to. It all comes with practice.
 
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