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Date Posted: 13:58:00 04/12/05 Tue
Author: Brigid
Subject: Developing Soloists

How do we develop soloists in our bands? I bring this up because sometimes in band, I find myself being a little bit jealous that there aren't many solos for tuba in most literature. But, when I do get a tiny solo, it scares me to death. I've performed in Perf. Class for 3 years and recently given a junior recital- all with the usual jitters, but playing a mini-solo in band intimidates me more than giving a recital! Most solos in band literature are for flute, clarinet, trumpet, horn, or alto sax. I think that since those instrumentalists get regular experience playing solos in an ensemble setting, that they are more comfortable. But what do you do (as a band director or a performer) when a solo goes to an instrument such as bass clarinet or tuba? How do we as music educators (or myself as a musician) develop soloists in these students?

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[> Re: Developing Soloists -- Rosemary, 18:15:07 04/12/05 Tue [1]

Maybe playing solos in band is more intimidating because eventually everyone will know if you mess up. Also, if you mess up that leads to the potential of everyone else messing up (ie, don't come in at the right spot). One thing that can help is to cultivate a safe learning environment in your band. Discourage put-downs from others and give special attention to the less confident soloists. If a bass clarinetist has a solo and is really shy, compliment (when deserved) him/her more than a student who is used to soloing. Or if the student is very shy about the solo, offer to work with him/her privately.


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