[Harp-L] classical seminar at SPAH

[Tom Baehr <tombaehr@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

My first SPAH, my first post here!

I'm giving a seminar at SPAH this year, and would like your input if  
you plan to attend. I'm looking for some classical music players who  
will bring a solo or two (and recorded accompaniment) to participate  
in this seminar, described below.

I'm also looking for at least one each of chromatic, chord and bass,  
to play an arrangement of a part of Beethoven's 7th Symphony. Each  
part of this arrangement is modular; in other words, you'd only have  
to learn about 16 bars of music to be able to put this together. The  
music is easy, key of A minor, and s-l-o-w. I can send parts out  
ahead of time. If interested, contact me off-list: tombaehr AT  
verizon DOT net.

CLASSICAL MUSIC FOR THE NON-VIRTUOSO

Most of the recorded classical music I’ve heard on chromatic  
harmonica has been way beyond my capabilities. They tend to contain  
showpieces for virtuoso players. But I love classical music, and have  
found several pieces that work for me.

Perhaps you have, too, I’d like us to share our experiences and our  
music, by playing for each other and by playing a short, simple piece  
or two together. Along the way, we can share techniques, sources for  
music, information on venues, and accompaniment options, and anything  
else that comes up.

Most importantly, we’ll explore style considerations in a discussion  
that compares and contrasts the approach to classical music to other  
genres, such as standards, jazz and rock.

Although it’s not required for this seminar, you’re welcome to bring  
music and CD accompaniment to share with the other participants. I’ll  
try to make this a hands-on workshop, so your input will be a real  
plus. It’s also okay just to come and listen.

A novice on harmonica,Tom Baehr loves to play mostly classical music,  
reflecting his musical training. He relies on his half-century  
background on flute for inspiration.