Re: [Hornlist] Pinky Problems

[Don Elliot]

I have had a lot of hand therapy in my lifetime, and surgery on my
left hand. There are two things that keep me well now Yoga and a
rubber squeeze-ball, which I keep next to my computer nouse. When I
travel, I take a tennis ball. That way, if you lose it, no biggie.
Also makes a wierd MUTE!

Seiously tho, do you have your pinky pointed out, extended into
"martini" pose? Or is it wrapped around a hook on the horn? Not all
horns have this. Having one or the lack of one could be
problematic, depending upon your own individuality.  See what others
have to say... this is just something that worked for me... I like
your balloons idea the best see if you can blow one up to around
7" diameter they resonate nicely at that diameter to high-"C",
making it sound like there are more horns playing than there really
are kinda like the guys who play 12-string guitars, if you will
pardon the comparison!

Insincerely, (grin!),
Don Elliot


On 8/5/05, William Foss <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Dear List,
> 
> When I play every day for a long period of time, I get a pain in my pinky
> finger. The pain, which shows up about 45-50 minutes into a practice
> session, extends from the knuckle of my finger to my wrist. However, if I
> rest for about five minutes or so, I can play for a little while longer
> before the pain returns.
> The problem has been occurring off and on for quite a while now. I'm not
> sure what causes it; I don't have an especially heavy horn, nor do I use a
> lot of mouthpiece pressure. When the pain gets too bad I can't hold the
> horn, which presents a problem to playing.
> Should I tie several dozen balloons to my horn to reduce the pressure, or is
> there another option? I would appreciate any advice to help with this
> problem.
> 
> Thank you
> William Foss
> 
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Re: [Hornlist] Languir per una bella

[Don Elliot]

Hans,
Is there a way I can stay in the group but NOT be "cc'd" by EVERY
piece of email among the members? I still wiah access to the bolg, or
emails, but I don't want everyone else's mail to each other showing up
at my door every time they send one. It's a bit much to deal with.
Thanks for your understanding,
SIncerely,
Don Elliot



On 8/4/05, Hans Pizka <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> The solo is just a few measures. If you are called to play the opera on
> first horn, it should be no difficulty for you. It is just like playing
> Franz Strauss Nocturno. But be aware it is either in E or D, so care about
> as you might play it on the Bb horn. Good luck.
> 
> Greetings from Lhasa Tibet
> Hans Pizka
> > --- Ursprüngliche Nachricht ---
> > Von: "simon locke" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> > An: "hornlist" 
> > Betreff: [Hornlist] Languir per una bella
> > Datum: Wed, 3 Aug 2005 21:16:13 +0100
> >
> > Dear Hornists
> >
> > I have soon to play Rossini's L'Italianna in Algeri and I am told their is
> > lovely horn (and difficult ) solo accompanying Lindoro's first aria -
> > Languir per una bella. Has anyone got the horn part and had the experience
> of
> > playing it? If so, please let me know. I would like to be well prepared
> for
> > the first rehearsal. Know what I mean!!
> >
> > Thanks in anticipation.
> >
> > All the best
> >
> > Simon Locke
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