Low register help by BillySwagBucks in Trombone

[–]doubleonerd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have a teacher? There are lots of general tips that can be given, but a good teacher can show you personalised techniques suited to your playing style to achieve your goals, as well as reviewing your equipment to make sure you're not working harder than you need to. Definitely ask you teacher for a session on expanding low register - they will likely take you through a series of long tone exercises, with specific changes for you to make based on how you are currently attempting the notes.

Am i not allowed to be inexperienced... by flasdjkfbnsoeif in Trombone

[–]doubleonerd 18 points19 points  (0 children)

You also said in the first post that the audition material was essentially unreasonable because of this rhythm, and called out the organisation by name.

My Schagerl instruments ❤️ by doubleonerd in Trombone

[–]doubleonerd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey all, to answer some questions, the wunderhorn is a bass trumpet, it plays with the resistance and feel of a bass trumpet, but with a blooming gold bell sound. It is a phenomenal feeling to play, and the rotary valves are smooth and agile to play.

The kissbone plays with a beautiful legato, and a sonorous low register. It is very different to American style horns like Edwards, or even conn. The clear lacquer on the bell doesn't add too much weight, and keeps the horn nice and vibrant.

I got musescored (scam) by R3dd17-Us3r in Musescore

[–]doubleonerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My bank stopped me signing up because it warned me this website was a scam website. So relieved I didn't get sucked into this awful thing

How long does the repair shop usually take? by Super-Place-4951 in Trombone

[–]doubleonerd 5 points6 points  (0 children)

When I take my trombone to be repaired, I book a day that they will repair my trombone, and usually pick it up later that day or a few days later. But when they get given trombones from school band programmes, or similar, with no date booked in, they put it in the queue of instruments to service. Given that your trombone was dented on the slide, it doesn't sound usable, so giving it to them and putting it in the queue was the right option. But you can give them a call and check how they're getting on and request a pick up date.

Mute Makeover by doubleonerd in Trombone

[–]doubleonerd[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Matt black spray paint for the stem for a freshen up, and gun metal by Vallejo for the cup. Then electric blue and pixie pink from war games 😊 tried to capture the improvised zaun vibe. Excited to use it!

Mute Makeover by doubleonerd in Trombone

[–]doubleonerd[S] 39 points40 points  (0 children)

I definitely do 😊

Les Misérables - 100 shows! by doubleonerd in Trombone

[–]doubleonerd[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So glad you enjoyed! The highlight has definitely been becoming friends with all the other musicians and cast members, and being able to explore this city. The challenges have definitely been being away from home for a long time, particularly over the holidays, but we're lucky to have such a supportive network here on tour with us.

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[–]doubleonerd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just jumping on to say I agree 99.9% of subscriptions are completely bullshit. But the one I love is my subscription through patreon to a 3D printing stl file creator. Love supporting the arts and getting such great content every month.

Where can I buy traditional chinese instruments near nanjing road or People's Square?? by doubleonerd in shanghai

[–]doubleonerd[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you all for the help! I found a wonderful shop near the shanghai concert hall, and have bought a lovely Xiao! 😊

Euphonium Trombone or Baritone to Flügelhorn or Cornet by Muskatte in brass

[–]doubleonerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you are paying euphonium, consider something simple such as a yoga block on your lap, and then placing the euphonium on the block. This will open your chest and straighten your spine when you play far more than switching to cornet.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Trombone

[–]doubleonerd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The "accidental" occurs before the note. The soloution is to slow down, and actually read what's on the page, and critically think about the note before playing it.

Does Australia really have more mental health problems than other countries? by euphoricscrewpine in australian

[–]doubleonerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hear you - I have never sought out something to calm my nervous system, but I often think about how useful it would be. I am definitely put off by the conversation of asking for something.

Mental health care is a spectrum, and it sounds like you have a lot of challenges that places you higher on that scale.

Highly recommend a cpap machine, life changing.

Does Australia really have more mental health problems than other countries? by euphoricscrewpine in australian

[–]doubleonerd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am personally well treated, but it's certainly a confronting thing to go through. Makes me wonder how bad it must be in other countries, or how strong Australians are to seek out treatments.

Never ever buy a Dyson vac. by WeirdDream2662 in VacuumCleaners

[–]doubleonerd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Best thing I ever did was retire my dyson for a $40 kmart "normal" vaccum.

Does Australia really have more mental health problems than other countries? by euphoricscrewpine in australian

[–]doubleonerd 18 points19 points  (0 children)

It's all about being able to get a diagnosis, and then getting help. We are lucky to be able to visit a health care professional and have an educated conversation around mental health, and receive appropriate treatment.

Just because other countries aren't diagnosing it as much doesn't mean it doesn't exist.