Natasha Brofsky and Roger Tapping: On Learning New Repertoire and

Natasha Brofsky and Roger Tapping: On Learning New Repertoire and Getting to Know a Composer’s Unique Language

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In this episode cellist Natasha Brofsky and violist Roger Tapping share various insights on how to approach and practice new repertoire - from whether to begin from the score or a recording, to how to learn a composer's unique language, to cultivating patience in the practice room and prevent fear or cautious playing from transferring from the practice room to the stage.

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