"Stop thinking and end your problems"
Lao Tzu
In the context of playing the cello, this means to back up and "see" as much as possible when playing in a relaxed, flexible state. This will help integration of the facets of technique to happen naturally. It is a good method to include in daily practice to accompany slow work on more local issues.
Janos Starker recommends playing in a dark room for 1/2 hour after regular practice. Why? Because, as he says "most people are still practicing when they perform" One has to be able to play freely and in a holistic, aware way without over doing local analysis.
Suzanne
Lao Tzu
In the context of playing the cello, this means to back up and "see" as much as possible when playing in a relaxed, flexible state. This will help integration of the facets of technique to happen naturally. It is a good method to include in daily practice to accompany slow work on more local issues.
Janos Starker recommends playing in a dark room for 1/2 hour after regular practice. Why? Because, as he says "most people are still practicing when they perform" One has to be able to play freely and in a holistic, aware way without over doing local analysis.
Suzanne
