Author: nzdonald
Date: 2002-06-10 21:31
all interesting comments- one similarity between Wright and Marcellus is that they both had lots of the (oft discussed) "ring" in their sound that is often described as "brightness". I know a number of players who consider those two to have an overly bright sound and to be "boring players".... is it a coincidence that the people who express this opinion seem invariable to have studied in England or with English players? Sure they may have a personal preference for a "fat mellow sound" but the example and influence of their teachers seems to have had some unifying effect......
i don't really believe that the "National schools" survive in the 21st century, or that it has been possible to accurately generalise about an "American school". However, there HAVE been national schools in the past and while they seem to be disolving, the remnants are there (very obvious in some places, less so in others). Also, there is a style of playing that may not "blanket" the whole of the US, but is certainly more prevalent there than anywhere else (and i like it!)
but anyway, i've got to get to work
it's true- there are people who think Marcellus sounds awful! sad, but true.
donald
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