Speaking of music, I recently stumbled upon Nadja Salerno-Sonnenbergās incredible performance playing Bach on the violin. Itās an absolute marvel! Her expressions and the way her left hand dances on the strings are truly captivating.
By the way, if youāre ever in the mood for exploring more strings, Iāve been on the lookout for some exquisite violins for sale. The idea of adding a violin to my musical journey has been lingering, and Iād love any recommendations or insights you might have. Do you have any favorite places or tips for finding the perfect violin?
Outright moving between various spots on stage is probably rehearsed and a designed part of the show - but making guitar faces, as well as swaying your body etc, is most likely not something the player is planning to do. It happens automatically, and it the body responding to the music you play. Some of the most soulful playing, on stage, that Iāve seen from a player like Gary Mooreā¦ Iām 99% sure it would not have sounded the same (and as good) if he had forced himself to be absolutely still. I actually doubt he could have done that, even if he triedā¦
For my own part, I do also make guitar facesā¦ and cannot avoid it. Believe me, on certain recordings I wish I had more control of the muscles in my face, but it just happensā¦ stupid as it might look.
Joshua Bell is indeed a maestro, as for Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg, sheās truly captivating. The way they move around just adds depth to their performance.
I think of such ānaturalā movement while playing (as opposed to choreographed stage movements) as a good, desirable thing. The musician is feeling the music, which helps with expression. It often also helps with keeping time, in my experience.
In the classical world, āmovingā is usually considered a positive. In fact, when in an orchestra setting, a musicianās movement is one of the factors that is considered when seating that particular musician. Directors often want to place musicians that move into the front of their section as their movement can help others to stay together.
Moving about while gigging or playing is one thingā¦.
Then thereās Mick Jaggerā¦.
Jagger is estimated to cover about 12 miles every night as he surges about the stage, and he does so with a dancerās lithe freedom of movement.
It typically takes me the better part of a week to do 12 miles & Iām about 20 years younger than the Mick!!!
I apply some movement (in a sane dosage) to support the expression. but without really thinking about it.
When Iām on stage I use movement in a more concious way to help the entertainment factor.
No matter how you look at it; when there is something to watch, it makes up a part of the impression people have. Iām not a masterful musician but I fill some of the gaps with some show
Tonight Iām also solo vocalist for some songs and Iāve been memorising the lyrics and I askedfor a wireless mic so I can get āout thereā and go nuts!
Entertainment mode!
