Octaves

Bo · Post by Bo » Tue Jan 05, 2010 6:05 pm

When I change octaves, it doesn't always sound "smooth". Any tips on how to improve it?

Thanks,
Bo

lula · Post by **lula** » Tue Jan 05, 2010 6:43 pm

I have this problem too. I would also like to know how to improve
this. I'm glad I'm not the only one.

m3the01 · Post by **m3the01** » Sat Jan 09, 2010 6:48 pm

Can u explain more? Are we talking a mid piece octave change? If this is the case, its just a confort thing and practice. Whats ur warmup?

lula · Post by **lula** » Sun Jan 10, 2010 4:22 pm

I usually warm up with scales. I don't know what's wrong with switching octaves sometimes it sounds like it's cracking.

Zevang · Post by **Zevang** » Mon Jan 11, 2010 3:45 pm

Any issue is resolved with proper practice.
Intervals is not different. But there is something crucial to doing that well. The more you have flexibility in your lips, the more you improve intervals. In this case, being flexible doesn't mean your lips must be loose, but they must be properly positioned so the interval sounds in tune and with a good balance of color and dynamics between the notes.
Keeping them well hydrated is also a key. Dry lips just don't work.

Bo · Post by Bo » Mon Jan 11, 2010 8:04 pm

I have been working on that and I think I have improved...

Bo · Post by Bo » Mon Jan 11, 2010 8:05 pm

Thanks for the advice, Zevang. I just read your comment....