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Post by Dave Dexter on Sept 4, 2018 8:33:54 GMT
Let's sort this once and for all, because I've been confused forever.
If I want a clarinet to play G, I write A; or a (F) horn to play G, I write D. So when referring to those parts, if I need to say "2nd clarinet, bar 11, softer on the G" do I actually say the note that sounds or the note they're playing? Do I talk about their part as they play it or as I wrote it?
See, it's basic, but any insight would be great.
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Post by Bob Porter on Sept 4, 2018 12:37:09 GMT
It doesn't make much difference to a professional. But usually you would refer to their parts as they play them. If their part says G, then you say G. Most pros could transpose a part written for an "A" instrument (for example) on the spot.
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Post by Tim Marko on Sept 5, 2018 16:39:36 GMT
As a conductor, I would try to address the note being played as Bob said. If however, I was trying to address say everyone playing the third degree, ie, I need more G, I would use the concert pitch.
If I'm trying to solve a scoring problem such as a wrong written note, I would always refer to the concert pitch (composed note). Not only pros, even high school players are aware of the transposition of their instrument.
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