tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post8237529263006900187..comments2018-10-06T15:03:51.435-04:00Comments on Darien High School Orchestra: Beatles ForeverFlax Hill Gardenerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14594343758538152235noreply@blogger.comBlogger56125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-53886841339041960412012-03-28T21:08:29.449-04:002012-03-28T21:08:29.449-04:00The sync between the bass/cello sections was not a...The sync between the bass/cello sections was not always with the violins and violas. The dynamics could be improved between the sections, and the rhythms were played correctly. Coming in on the right time was also another issue with the basses.Grant M.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-81005411357371367182012-03-27T22:30:30.827-04:002012-03-27T22:30:30.827-04:00In general, we need to work on dynamics and innota...In general, we need to work on dynamics and innotation. A few other small things were in Michelle the viola solo needs to be worked on, the first and second violins need to focus on making their rhythms sound more together, and we should also work on not playing during rests which is small but helps.E. J. Snoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-29619466250919795692012-03-27T19:15:11.512-04:002012-03-27T19:15:11.512-04:00The 1st violins almost covered up most of the othe...The 1st violins almost covered up most of the other parts, which might just be due to the location of the mic. Also the rhythms in some spots especially michelle. Also there were some dynamic issues. Also in the middle the parts got a little off and sounded kind of messy.<br /><br />Sorry this is late Mrs. Minnis the first time i submitted it the website must have though i was a robot since i submitted it from my iPhoneJustin Taylor Lindseynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-14305725844636524452012-03-27T10:58:03.340-04:002012-03-27T10:58:03.340-04:00Brandorr -
Alltogether we did not sound like we we...Brandorr -<br />Alltogether we did not sound like we were all together. The violins were always as in sync as they should have been and they were the most prominent of all the noises i heard. The bases are bases and should be loud and the violas are too few in number to be able to compete with the rest of us. There also seemed to be a disconnect between bases and violins.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-63690252827739650812012-03-26T19:11:40.336-04:002012-03-26T19:11:40.336-04:00The begining sounded good, but the violas need to ...The begining sounded good, but the violas need to work more on dynamics, so they can be heard when they should, and blend with the rest of the group in other parts.Colinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-82856416407339336802012-03-26T16:58:14.166-04:002012-03-26T16:58:14.166-04:00In the beginning, the cellos were a bit behind the...In the beginning, the cellos were a bit behind the violins. Each person should circle dynamics in their parts and work on intonation.Anna Leunisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-39023297632014798692012-03-26T11:50:10.172-04:002012-03-26T11:50:10.172-04:00After listening to the piece, I have a few comment...After listening to the piece, I have a few comments. <br />There seems to be a general lack of dynamics throughout the piece. Whether or not the lack of a "professional" recording changes this, the lack of dynamics can easily be fixed by paying more attention to the conductor. There also seems to be a few mistakes relating to accidentals, these stick out a lot when in a large orchestral setting. Some good things I noticed was our unity and clarity during lady Madonna which sounded pretty good. Overall it could use some work!Connor Nackleynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-75019241057187515062012-03-26T11:07:42.785-04:002012-03-26T11:07:42.785-04:00There dynamics could be better overall and the ton...There dynamics could be better overall and the tone could be improved. The temp also sounds off in certain places and we could do a better job of listening to each other and staying together.lexi dodgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13322509966316311389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-90422259042566094292012-03-25T16:51:22.604-04:002012-03-25T16:51:22.604-04:00in general, it was good but there were a few probl...in general, it was good but there were a few problems. the biggest problem is that the dynamics are not good at all. second, the intonation is a little bit off and could be improved. and third, the whole orchestra is not playing together. everyone need to listen to each other. if these things can be improved then it would sound incredible.Jeff Gebauernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-4725674382086904022012-03-23T10:10:44.692-04:002012-03-23T10:10:44.692-04:00After listening to this I had some observations. I...After listening to this I had some observations. In general, it was well played but it sounded a little off. The dynamics and all of the accidentals (especially the violins) were either not played or missing. The whole piece needs to be played together, and it sounded like each section was not listenting to other sections. But overall, it was good.Matt Evansnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-25877724985816529632012-03-23T08:49:10.954-04:002012-03-23T08:49:10.954-04:00I think that the orchestra needs to stay together ...I think that the orchestra needs to stay together more. We have to listen to each other in order to keep together with the rhythms and the tempos. WE also need to have more dramatic dynamics throughout the song so that it sounds interesting.Rebecca Dnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-41753734610507064372012-03-23T07:43:45.953-04:002012-03-23T07:43:45.953-04:00All in all we need to work on dynamics especially ...All in all we need to work on dynamics especially in lady madonna. As a group we should fork on emphasizing the crescendos and decrescendos and put in accents where needed. Almost all the notes are correct and in tune, now we have to work on the dynamicsShruthi Raghuramannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-42647283465242208432012-03-21T12:55:20.796-04:002012-03-21T12:55:20.796-04:00Great comments, Anonymous! But, I can't grade...Great comments, Anonymous! But, I can't grade you if you don't tell me who you are.Miss Minnisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-62744999447681895342012-03-21T08:36:42.473-04:002012-03-21T08:36:42.473-04:00As a group, I think we need to work on listenning ...As a group, I think we need to work on listenning to one another. Especially in the beginning, our start was a bit shaky and the song would sound so much better with a strong start. When the smaller group goes to Disney, it will be easier to spot out people who are off in terms of rhythm, so it is important that we work together and watch the conductor.Victoria Enoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-19669805977687325352012-03-21T06:50:03.596-04:002012-03-21T06:50:03.596-04:00Overall, it was pretty good. However, during '...Overall, it was pretty good. However, during 'Lady Madonna' everyone was playing very legato. It sounded kind of weird... Also during 'Lady Madonna' I thought that the fermatta (I don't know how to spell that) was held too long. I agree with everyone who has mentioned dynamics, there was a lack of those. Second violins sounded kind of out of tune... but that was probably me. Anyway, with more practice this is going to sound fantastic!!!!!!!!Jessica Dnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-39110172940047341342012-03-20T23:28:14.430-04:002012-03-20T23:28:14.430-04:00Dynamics? What are those? ...Just kidding. But I h...Dynamics? What are those? ...Just kidding. But I heard little to no audible change in dynamics. We can definitely improve on that. Highlight those p's and f's on your music, it'll help.<br />I always cringe when I hear someone play during that rest in "Michelle." Circle it five times. At least for 1st Violins, it's hard to see that rest hidden in the key signature markings in the beginning of the line, bottom of the first page.<br />We can definitely work on playing together. Listening to those around you and other sections, knowing the piece through practice, and watching the conductor helps.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-53945738694344600362012-03-20T21:26:36.109-04:002012-03-20T21:26:36.109-04:00I think that overall, it was a good performance. ...I think that overall, it was a good performance. I think we could be stronger in the intro, and during the viola/cello solos in Lady Madonna and Michelle we (violas/cellos) could be louder, and the violins could play softer. Overall, though, it was a solid performance.Matt Rossnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-33207632947138843792012-03-20T21:01:54.863-04:002012-03-20T21:01:54.863-04:00I think in the beginning the whole orchestra shoul...I think in the beginning the whole orchestra should work on sounding more unified, once Lady Madonna actually starts it's pretty good but those first few measures need to improve. I also think that the viola solo in Michelle could work on the rhythm and then on being louder. As a whole, it sounded pretty good though.Claire Lnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-26876631016292467632012-03-20T21:00:51.171-04:002012-03-20T21:00:51.171-04:00ON the whole the piece sounded well. The second vi...ON the whole the piece sounded well. The second violins need to work on intonation and keeping on the beat As a group we need to work on dynamics.Dylan Gilhoolynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-32007266281139594162012-03-20T20:38:51.831-04:002012-03-20T20:38:51.831-04:00I think in Lady Madonna, we should emphasize on th...I think in Lady Madonna, we should emphasize on the tempo and staying together. I think we could have worked better in the beginning. I think we could also work on our rhythms, however other than that i thought it was good.Emily Mnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-76683899107262330112012-03-20T20:31:20.335-04:002012-03-20T20:31:20.335-04:00I think that there is a lot of tension between the...I think that there is a lot of tension between the first and second violins and we need to work on making sure the harmonies are together. Also, all sections should work on brining out the melodies. We also need precise rhythms to make sure that everything stays in sync.Nicolai O.noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-72708429419200672982012-03-20T20:06:00.864-04:002012-03-20T20:06:00.864-04:00I think that articulation could be improved as wel...I think that articulation could be improved as well as intonation. During the recording (:46) and (2:07) lacked articulation and good intonation. Other than this the pieces are very strong and with a bit more practice, these problems will be fixed.Alex Onoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-87142010773839158492012-03-20T20:05:41.592-04:002012-03-20T20:05:41.592-04:00I feel like the overall performance was ok. At som...I feel like the overall performance was ok. At some points we were out of tune and I think the transitions between songs could be more concise. Also at the beginning of Lady Madonna it seemed like the basses or cellos were a little behind everyone else. I think we all need to watch Ms. Minnis and accent our dynamics. If we do that we'll be looking good by the time disney rolls aroundOwen Brannigannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-56876823803521717002012-03-20T19:55:20.165-04:002012-03-20T19:55:20.165-04:00I think the problem that e orchestra is facing is ...I think the problem that e orchestra is facing is not sticking together. Everyone just needs to pay attention to ms. Minnis and remember to look up. Overall though, we had great dynamics that were profound enough to be distinctive but not enough to make it very obvious.Justin Leenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-154330355453668667.post-77294485353736047022012-03-20T19:16:41.852-04:002012-03-20T19:16:41.852-04:00In the opening measures the violins aren't in ...In the opening measures the violins aren't in sync, but we had a strong, loud entrance. The intonation of the first violins at :44-:48 needs work. The dynamics throughout the whole piece are one-dimensional, we need to add more color and depth. The cellos' intonation at 2:33-2:35 needs work and they have to sound more assertive, since they have the melody. Overall, we should fix our dynamics and our intonation.Victoria Chaonoreply@blogger.com