I seem to be at a plateau.
My bow hold is not what it should be. The thumb position is not correct and the hold itself is more grip and less hold. Of course, the more I try to relax the hand the tighter it gets...
Staccato is not what it should be. This is related to the bow hold. I need to tense and release. I can't tense if I hold too tight.
I can make a great sound, which is wonderful. I can't do it consistently, which is frustrating. I know the sound is in there. I've heard it. So has Laura. It will be a grand day when it is the norm and not an irregular occurence.
I need to find exercises or something to relax the shoulders / neck / back. Too much tension there is communicating itself to the bow. It also won't allow me to move my elbow as freely as necessary to cross strings without hitting a wrong note.
I must accept plateaus. It is a part of learning, especially when practice is not what I want it to be. I will do my best for next week. Either I will pass or there will be something else to work on. Hopefully it won't be the same thing.
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