Okay, this one is for the brass instruments and string instruments only. Long tones are a great way to build many things, such as tonal recognition and embrochure strength. The first one is the only part that shall apply to strings. If you play the same note for an extended period of time, it will be easier for you to recognize that note later, and it will be easier to find the exact spot on the fretboard. It is an especially good practice routine, especially for fretless strings. The same goes for brass instruments. In order to play an specific note, you have to make your embrochure (your lips) tighter or looser, and push the air. If you play long tones for an extended amount of time, you will be able to hear the note easier and remember exactly how to play that note. It will also help you with your range. I used to have loads of problems trying to play over the staff (tuba), but doing long tones strengthened my embrochure and made it easier to reach those high notes. A quick little hint: playing long tones makes your range increase, no matter if you play up or down. And the more you work on your low range, it will also help your high range as well. Happy Practicing!
I wish I knew this advise back when I played the trombone. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteoh nice! I should try this on my electric guitar... of course the only way to do that is to have it hooked up to an amp... :)
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ReplyDeletei actually just started playing the bass
ReplyDeleteI was thinking about picking the bass up. Good to know if I ever do. Thanks man!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the advice. This is a good tip to tune my guitar :D
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ReplyDeleteI doubt this will make me pick up my alto.
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ReplyDeleteThank you all. I'll be back tomorrow with more practice routines
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ReplyDeletedoes this work for guitar too?
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good advice man. followed
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ReplyDeleteYes, it definitely works for guitar as well.
good tips. i think i'm starting to remember the sounds
ReplyDeletegood i might just pick up an instrument... just cause i read this... the motivation just kicked up
ReplyDeleteI'm no good at recognising tones lol. I tried playing the same one over and over and just got bored :P
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Very interesting, curious to see the next post ;)
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