concert preparation
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How a string orchestra can prepare for a concertTRANSCRIPT
String Orchestra Concert Preparation
Steps you need to take
2 chairs/ players per stand
Conductor’s podium
1st row of chairs
Rest of the Rows
String Bass
Set-up
Make sure that you have proper posture on your instrument:
Violins and ViolasInstruments – parallel to floor/ceilingLeft WristBow arm
CelloInstrument positionEnd pin
BassInstrument positionEnd Pin
Posture
Tune to Concert A 440
Tuning Process
Tuning Pegs
Fine tuners
Check your strings within your sections
Tuning of Instruments
Song Preparation
Time SignatureKey SignatureTempo MarkingDynamicsBowingsKey or Time Signature ChangesExpression WordsInterpretation of the Music
Ensemble Sound
Listening
Blending of Sound
Intonation
Movement of Notes/ Bow
Eyes on the Conductor
Entrances and Endings
Transitions
Listening
Blending of Sound
Intonation
Movement of Notes/ Bow
Eyes on the Conductor
Entrances and Endings
Transitions
Overall Performance
Relax
Getting Lost
Keep your on the conductor
Have fun
Relate to the Audience
Break a String (or leg):
Enjoy yourself!!!
Perform your best!!!
Love what you do!!!
Have the Performance of your life!!!