Ave Maria - how difficult?

estherflute · Post by **estherflute** » Thu Jan 23, 2003 9:48 pm

My cousin wants me to play for his wedding. They
suggested Ave Maria, but I''ve never heard it. I''ve been playing for 13
years now, but haven''t competed or played publicly for a year. Can I handle
Ave or shoudl I look for something easier?

damjan · Post by **damjan** » Fri Jan 24, 2003 12:26 am

Technically, it shouldn't be a problem (I am assuming
it is Bach's Ave Maria), but you have to project a beautiful and solemn tone.
You should listen to a recording of it somewhere on the net. Best of luck!

estherflute · Post by **estherflute** » Fri Jan 24, 2003 4:56 pm

Thanks for the input. Does anyone have any other
suggestions for flute solos good for a wedding? I need something I can take an
excerpt from easily and they want classical. Thanks again!

sweetensour · Post by **sweetensour** » Fri Jan 24, 2003 11:41 pm

pachbel's (sp?) canon in D is a pretty standard
wedding song.

jsmart · Post by **jsmart** » Sat Jan 25, 2003 7:47 pm

I played Ave Maria, (a different version than Bach's)
and Canon in D for a wedding this past summer. Ave is not that difficult
technically, however, intonation would be high on the priority list. Canon in D
is very beautiful and is a little more technical, however, I have a wonderful
pianist and she helps me a lot. I couldn't do it without her. I will be playing
a flute part to a song our church choir is singing for church tomorrow. It is
called What a Friend. It is very beautiful, I just hope my playing is up to par
and my nerves don't take over. Good luck and have fun!!

estherflute · Post by **estherflute** » Tue Jan 28, 2003 11:14 pm

thanks everyone!

Jess · Post by **Jess** » Fri Apr 04, 2003 5:29 pm

I've got a very good copy of Ave Maria, but
the major problem I face is tone quality. The notes are all in the 3rd octave
and sound strained. Get the sheet music book "Sacred Solos: Vol. I" with the
accompanyment for a really good arrangment if Ave Maria. Pachelbel's Cannon and
Meditation from Thai is also included along with a few, so it's worth the
money.

estherflute · Post by **estherflute** » Tue Apr 29, 2003 9:50 pm

I played Ave at the wedding last weekend,
and it went beautifully! Thanks to all who helped me. Now can anyone help me
with how to get my message off the board? =)