Here are some places to practice before next rehearsal.
1st and 2nd Violins - Circinus, slowly and accurately. Keep in mind the F naturals that were pretty out of tune.
Mrs. Scheidemantle had a great suggestion of holding a C while playing your notes. If you have a tuner, you should be able to do this.
Violas - Mr. Wetzel's "The Big Three" - point of contact, bow speed, and bow weight. Be aware of all three when you practice your Circinus. Also, try Mr. Chu's ideas for more "excitement" or phrasing in your music. If it's boring, there's something wrong!
Celli - I think Mr. Sweeney made his point regarding accurate tuning. Please bring your tuners and tune before rehearsal gets started. Also, did you try counting out loud while playing??? Try it, it's challenging!
String Bass - Mr. Pfiefer suggested a more "bouncy" spicatto bow stroke for the Santa at the Symphony. Try it out and see if you can control the speed and height of the bounces.
If you can tell me the composer of the Messiah's "Hallelujah Chorus", I'll give you a Symphony Bar at next rehearsal.
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