Maxims for Recording Sessions

Studio Exam Week is into overtime. Candidates are recording and selecting their takes in advance of their exam entries by video-recording. Here are some maxims and commonly heard phrases. Focus on making the best music you can.

Studio Exam Week is into overtime. Candidates are recording and selecting their takes in advance of their exam entries by video-recording. Here are some maxims and commonly heard phrases.

Don’t forget you took the course. Whether it’s guitar, ukulele, piano, or drums, remind yourself that you are prepared to play your pieces well.

Focus on making the best music you can. Lean in and read ahead so you can play with accuracy and expression.

Make the backing track your friend. Like a good dog, the backing track is reliable, predictable and steady. Focus on playing on top of its beat, not in front of it.

Don’t play down hill. Watch that your tempo does not accelerate as the session goes on as there’s more familiarity with the part.

Keep it, but we’ll do another take. It’s not a contradiction to say you’re happy with Take Three, but you think you can do even, so let’s roll for another take. Carry on and finish strong.

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