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Orchestra Reflection Analysis

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Orchestra Reflection Essay: performance at Citrus College What are quandaries our orchestra can take “note” to further amend until our next concert? At Citrus college, the Diamond Ranch High School orchestra performed three pieces, The American Quartet, Andante from Symphony Number Four, and Waltz Triptych. The three judges designations are Gilpin , Robinson, and Schuster. They each commented on intonation, dynamics, and stylistic distinctions that can be picked up on. The first musical composition played was the American Quartet, by Dvorak. The most assiduous comment made by all of the three adjudicators is pellucidity . Gilpin states that we should be more precise on our notes because we require a “cleaner” sound. He additionally mentions our intonation, which was not locked in, and a more preponderant dynamic contrast. Robinson elaborates on visually examining the conductor in order for the orchestra to fine-tune any tempo discrepancies between individuals and sections, as well as the majestic violas projecting their playing more often. Schuster’s comments concretely fixate on intonation with the high voices (violins), and to internalize the pulse of the music. The orchestra’s positive points include the ritardando, which was only possible through visually examining the director, uniform bowing, and an invigorated base of fundamentals. Clarity could be worked on by bowing more gradual on lower notes, applying enough pressure on the bow to achieve tone

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