Classical Technique
I've been playing mandolin for over 30 years, mostly bluegrass or other folky styles, and I gig fairly often, either on mando or a mix of mando and keyboards. I'm also a degreed pianist and piano teacher and am an adept music reader.
Next week, I'm going to rehearse with a local mandolin orchestra. I've been practicing the parts and feel relatively prepared but I have some questions for those here with classical mandolin experience.
Are there differences in a standard classical approach to technique? Also, what is the protocol for long notes, do I let them ring or is tremolo always used? Are open strings a last resort, or a first choice?
Any help with these would be much appreciated.
2018 Bowerman A-5
2013 The Loar LM-520-VS
2011 Fender FMO-66 Octave Mandolin
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