i got the music, Enigma Variations - Variation 14 (Finale: Allegro Presto) "E.D.U." - flute 4
there is a part where i have to play low C, low E, low G, and C in 16th notes.
i try to play low C and low E, but my right pinky doesn't move fast enough
so im playing low C, low D, then low E.
i can play low C and low E when its really slow,
but this movement is really fast so it's impossible to play it slow.
any good ideas of practicing moving pinky?
or is playing low C and low D over and over again the only thing you can do?
please help me!
low C to low E
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fluteguy18
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I think I have played that before....
What I would do, is just lift your pinky, then put it back down when you get to the G. The 'lack of pinky' on the E will affect intonation slightly, but for music at that speed, no one will notice.
Or, if you REALLY want that pinky there... It may sound gross, but many professionals/advanced players [myself included] do this trick.
In the creases by your nostrils, and right behind your ear, a person's skin is naturally oily. Rub your pinky in the crease by your nose, and it will transfer the oils onto your pinkie. Then, rub your pinky on the low C roller, C# lever, and "Eb key". This provides lubrication, and will allow you to slide your pinky from the C roller to the D#/Eb key without picking it up.
Trust me. It works. And, while it may seem kinda gross, you can be very discreet about it, and no one will notice.
But, I think you should just forget about the pinky in this instance. You just need the E natural to speak in the context of the arpeggio. The intonation doesnt have to be flawless. And besides... everyone else will be doing the same thing.
Now... do keep in mind that the pinky IS important for intonation, so it needs to be used every time possible. This however is one of those few exceptions.
What I would do, is just lift your pinky, then put it back down when you get to the G. The 'lack of pinky' on the E will affect intonation slightly, but for music at that speed, no one will notice.
Or, if you REALLY want that pinky there... It may sound gross, but many professionals/advanced players [myself included] do this trick.
In the creases by your nostrils, and right behind your ear, a person's skin is naturally oily. Rub your pinky in the crease by your nose, and it will transfer the oils onto your pinkie. Then, rub your pinky on the low C roller, C# lever, and "Eb key". This provides lubrication, and will allow you to slide your pinky from the C roller to the D#/Eb key without picking it up.
Trust me. It works. And, while it may seem kinda gross, you can be very discreet about it, and no one will notice.
But, I think you should just forget about the pinky in this instance. You just need the E natural to speak in the context of the arpeggio. The intonation doesnt have to be flawless. And besides... everyone else will be doing the same thing.
Now... do keep in mind that the pinky IS important for intonation, so it needs to be used every time possible. This however is one of those few exceptions.
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