'TUTTI CELLI' Newsletter

_ / ` INTERNET | CELLO -|- SOCIETY | \_/ 'TUTTI CELLI' Monthly Newsletter, June 1995

NEW ICS MEMBERS MESSAGE

'TUTTI CELLI' is the Internet Cello Society's monthly (bi-monthly as of July) newsletter and serves several purposes: 1.) to make announcements of what is new at the ICS World Wide Web site, within the Internet music world, and throughout the real music world. 2.) to feature a distinguished cellist, an ICS member, and interesting articles. 3.) and to summarize activities in ICS cello forums and departments. For easier readability, you may want to print out this electronic newsletter.

The WORLD WIDE WEB houses the Internet Cello Society at this address:

http://tahoma.cwu.edu:2000/~michelj/

The WWW allows for the quick transfer of information in the form of text, graphics, movies, and sounds to anywhere in the world. If you have direct Internet access, all you need is a World Wide Web browser like Mosaic, Netscape, MacWeb, or the text only Lynx application. After opening your browser application, simply open the URL address of the Internet Cello Society WWW site: http://tahoma.cwu.edu:2000/~michelj/

ICS ONLINE SERVICES include the following:
*A Cello Introduction, an interactive multimedia presentation
*'Tutti Celli', an online copy and back issues
*Young Cellists, Professional Performers, Teachers, Cellist-By-Night Forums
*Library archives including various cello society newsletters, articles, etc...
*Membership register (optional) searchable by various criteria
*Classifieds and advertisements via The Web Classical Music Store
*Links to other Internet music resources

ICS MEMBERSHIP affords benefits as well as responsibility. As a virtual community of cellists, ICS relies on its membership to write articles, volunteer time, share expertise, and submit archive materials. If you have any documents that you would like to share with the global society of users, send them directly to CelloTalk@aol.com or on disk via snail mail. For a truly global perspective of the music world, the Internet Cello Society needs the active cooperation and contribution of each of its members.

ICS NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Our WWW homepage was visited 1,000 times last month! We continue to revel in the popularity of our site. This month, we have made several additions to our WWW site. Check out our "What's New" page

ICS is running out of Member Spotlights. We need the participation of each member to create an interesting and truly internet-ional society. Please submit original articles, or articles that you think warrant reprinting. It looks like we will be changing to a bi-monthly newsletter.

Membership continues to grow, and recently we have welcomed some highly distinguished cellists to the Internet Cello Society.

Until the ICS membership reaches 500, forum discussion will be done via e-mail correspondence. Please continue sending questions and letters to the appropriate forum leaders below.

JOHN'S JABBER

Summer is almost here and my university students are having great difficulty concentrating on finishing the school year. And I must admit that I too yearn for a change of pace.

I recently performed the Tchaikovsky Rococo Variations with an excellent youth symphony. I am always amazed at the potential of young players to bring things together quickly, and in this particular case, at the last moment. At the first of only two rehearsals, the orchestra was not able to follow any rubato. All those nightmares of concerto mayhem rushed to my head--the solo horn runs out of air on the last note before the theme--a bass player, counting the measure of cadenza, offers an untimely grunt--frantic violins echo my motive--off-beats become on-beats--the last variation double-time! help!! The run-through at the dress was a bit better, but we still had to stop half a dozen times.

But then at the concert, a miracle happened. First, the horn solo was rock solid. The pick-ups into the variations were always together. Aggressive, accurate violin echoes. With each new triumph, I could not hold back a smile of gratitude. It was an exhilarating experience!

I'm wondering if youth concerts may go far better than any rehearsal because teenagers live so much in the moment. It is hard for them to look beyond the next week, the next rehearsal, the next test or sometimes the next measure. However, what they lack in preparation, they make up for with high energy, sincere emotional expression and intense concentration on the present.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

***If you would like to respond to something you have read in 'Tutti Celli', write to CelloTalk@aol.com and type "Letter to Editor" in subject field. (Letters may be edited.)***

Howdy, I've been accessing the ICS Home Page on the Web for awhile now using Netscape. It looks terrific! But the message you sent [that AOL doesn't have Web access yet] isn't entirely accurate. By going to Keyword: AOLPREVIEW, members can download the newest version of AOL for Windows (2.5) which also has the Web Browser. You might want to check it out. It's functioning quite nicely. :)

PCC JStone of PC Music and Sound

***Thank you for your correction. I just recently checked AOLPREVIEW and members can now download the newest version of AOL for Windows OR MAC (2.6) and the accompanying Web Browser!!! Please note that the AOL Web Browser is still in beta testing. It is rather slow, but now almost all ICS members can access our Web site.

NEW MEMBERSHIP LETTERS

FEATURED ARTICLE

MARGARET ROWELL
by Irene Sharp

Margaret Rowell, prominent pedagogue of the cello and founder of the California Cello Club, passed away on Friday, April 21, 1995. Born on December 11, 1900, she has taught many cellists including distinguished cellists Paul Tobias, Bonnie Hampton, and Irene Sharp. This article by Irene Sharp, professor at San Francisco Conservatory, serves as an introduction to Margaret Rowell and her teaching. This first-hand account of a former student offers a close up look at the life and energetic teaching approach of Margaret Rowell. Margaret Rowell was a pedagogue with an incredible conviction, a sometimes unconventional approach, a warm-heart, and a keen understanding of the natural power of the body.

The obituary of Margaret Avery Rowell is also included in the transcript. (Memorial donations can be made for the Margaret Rowell Scholarship Fund at the Conservatory.)

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

HEATHER BLACKBURN

Heather Blackburn is presently a teaching assistant to Christopher von Baeyer at Washington State University. She is working on a thesis on the topic, Materials Used to Aid the Cellist in Interpretation and Study of the Bach Solo Suites. She is soliciting suggestions on materials related to this endeavor.

She studied at Peabody Institute of Music with Stephen Kates and worked intensively with the Mendelsohn and Lydian String Quartets. Ms. Blackburn was one of ten cellists selected nationwide by Aldo Parisot to attend the Parisot-Friedman Competition. She recently performed the Haydn D and gave a big solo recital at WSU.

FORUM HIGHLIGHTS

***This newsletter section will draw from correspondence and discussion in the following on-line departments. All members are encouraged to join a specific forum mailing list. Send any pertinent discussion, questions & answers, articles or other correspondence to the appropriate department. ***

!!!What's going on? Where are all you talkative, opinionated musicians? Please write the forum directors and start up some controversial topics! Let the fur fly!!!

THE YOUNG CELLIST
***Stacy Cowley, forum director at: Isoma@aol.com***
INTRO: The Young Cellists Forum is a meeting and correspondence place for all cellists under 21. Whether you plan a professional career or your playing is strictly for fun, this is the forum for you! Since many of us are shopping around for music schools, camps, and college/conservatory programs, this section will be featuring reviews of several of them. If you've attended a training program, share your experiences with the rest of us!
INTERLOCHEN ARTS CAMP
(review by Bonnie McAdoo, BonnCath@aol.com)
Interlochen Arts Camp is the ideal place for the serious young musician. It is home to the World Youth Symphony Orchestra (WYSO), an orchestra for very advanced high school students. Students who make WYSO have the opportunity to meet with famous musicians such as Yo Yo Ma (the coming 95 season) and Perlman (last summer season) and work with a variety of world-renown conductors.
The private teachers at the camp are wonderful; several are flown in from Europe and Asia. It is an honor to work with such talented people; they teach at Interlochen certainly not for the paycheck, but to work with these students.
The camp believes strongly in tradition. All campers wear uniforms, and the rules are very strict (many older teens find them overly restrictive). The high school age group stays at the camp for eight weeks, while middle schools students can stay for either four or eight. The weeks are intensive, but you meet wonderful and talented people and receive top notch training.
To find out more about this camp, write:
Interlochen Arts Camp/ Interlochen Center for the Arts/ PO Box 199/ Interlochen, MI/ 49643-0199
THE CELLO TEACHER (K-12, College & Private)
***Bret Smith, forum director at BPSmith@aol.com***
THE PROFESSIONAL PERFORMER (Orchestral, Chamber Music & Solo)
***Paul Critser, forum director can be contacted at CelloPaul@aol.com***
INTRO: What does it take to make a living on the cello?
THE CELLIST-BY-NIGHT
***Tim Finholt, interim forum director can be contacted at editor@cello.org***

INTRO: The Cellist by Night Forum is for those who play the cello purely for the love of it, and want to learn more about our wonderful instrument. If you need help with certain passages in your music, choosing repertoire, thoughts on stage fright, finding good books and articles, or you need to talk about anything musical, then write to Tim Finholt at editor@cello.org.

(excerpt of forum correspondence)
Dear Tim,
As an amateur fly-by-night cellist, I am
especially interested in tips to help me develop con-
fidence when performing solo or with my string trio.
The bow-arm can get a little tight at times which
obviously detracts from my presentation and enjoyment.
Any resources you can offer would be appreciated!!
Jeff Hatley
Charlotte, N.C.

Dear Jeff Hatley,
There are several books and articles regarding your question. The topic you bring up is much discussed -- stage fright and self-confidence. Remember one thing, YOU ARE NOT ALONE. I have seen it from little kids to famous soloists, including the legendary Leonard Rose, who tightened up when he had to play big shifts.

Some resources are as follows:
1. "The Inner Game of Music" by Barry Green with Timothy Gallwey, 1986, Anchor Press/Doubleday. This book dwells a lot on how to overcome stage fright and uses kind of a Zen approach. I found this book to be very helpful.
2. The Spring 1995 issue of American String Teacher Magazine contains an article in the Guitar Forum called "Six Golden Rules for Conquering Performance Anxiety," by David Leisner.
3. There is a book that has just come out called "New Directions in Cello Playing" which may help your stressed shoulder. It is by Victor Sazer and is published by "ofnote", PO BOX 66760, Los Angeles, CA 90066. It costs $24.95. ofnote's phone is 310-391-9787 and FAX 310-391-1251. The book discusses ways to minimize tension. It is a very important book and I think everybody should buy it (no, I don't own stock in ofnote).
4. If your looking for an inspirational book, there is a book called "Never Too Late" by John Holt, published by Addison-Wesley, 1978. It is a true story about an adult beginner who conquers his fears and becomes a good cellist.
5. I also wrote an article in the October 1994 issue of The Strad called "Cello Technique Made Simple" which tries to explain that cello technique is not as mysterious as many think. It is actually quite logical. This may help.

Some other tricks to help you:
1. Always stress the note before a big shift.
2. If the hard part is in your left hand, think about your bow. If the hard part is in your bow, think about the left hand.
Usually, the hard part can be traced to your bow, so try that first, i.e.. figure out which string you are on, the amount of bow needed, the direction you are bowing, plan for the next bow, etc.
3. Breathe, breathe, breathe! We often forget to breathe when we are anxious. This makes things worse. You may want to mark breath marks at each phrase to remind you to breathe. This will reduce overall tension and may distract you from your fears.
4. Don't forget to THINK when you are nervous. You don't want to forget the helpful tips you discovered when you practiced the piece.

I hope this helps.
Tim Finholt (editor@cello.org)

DEPARTMENTS

REVIEWS of Cello Recordings, New Repertoire, Contemporary Music
***Dale E. Newton, contributing writer***
INSTRUMENTS & EQUIPMENT--Maintenance, Purchasing & Selling
***If you have any questions on this topic, contact KRB100@aol.com.***
CELLO MUSIC LIBRARIAN
***Sarah Dorsey, official ICS librarian at SBDORSEY@steffi.uncg.edu (Please do not abuse this valuable service; check local libraries and resources before contacting Sarah.)***
MUSIC FESTIVAL WATCH
***If you have announcements, comments or reviews of music festivals, please contact Roberta Rominger at roberta@rominger.demon.co.uk***

1. Full details of "Cello-Festival 2" in Kronberg, Germany, Oct.19-22 are now
available. In addition to the artists I listed for you last month, the
12 Cellists of the Berlin Philharmonic will be there, and the Cellisimo
Ensemble Frankfurt. Daytime events include master classes, recitals, films
and lectures, and there are concerts in the evening--some evenings more
than one to choose between! The cost is 320 deutschmarks. They are also
offering to arrange accommodation for visitors at 20 DMs per night.

2. Don't forget the Fifth American Cello Congress, May 28 - June 1, 1996.

And if you want any last minute information about summer schools, chamber
music events, camps, etc. I have a couple of lists and will be happy to
try to answer questions.
Cheers--
Roberta
NETWORK LIAISONS
- CompuServe
  Claudio Jaffe has volunteered to inform CompuServe users of the Internet Cello Society and regularly post the 'Tutti Celli' Newsletter. He can be contacted at 74024.3001@compuserve.com
- America Online
  Chris works for AOL and can be reached at Laphroaig@aol.com or AFA Chris@aol.com
OTHER
***If you would like to contribute an article about other topics, write CelloTalk@aol.com***

LIBRARY ADDITIONS

1. CELLO NEWS Newsletter (vol. 31 and 32) ***NEW***
Carey Cheney, editor
2. New York Cello Society Newsletter (front page)
3. Oregon Cello Society Newsletters (two complete issues)

If you know of cello society newsletters, bibliographies of music, teaching materials, references, indices, lists or articles that should be added to ICS Library, please send data to CelloTalk@aol.com or send disks to Internet Cello Society; 1309 Skyline Drive; Ellensburg, WA 98926.(Library contents will be available to all Internet users; please include author and written statement of release for unlimited or limited reproduction.)

ACTIVITIES AND NOTES BOARD

***All members are welcome to post announcements or news that are pertinent to our global cello society. Send information to BPSmith@aol.com***

The Second Leonard Rose Cello Competition and Festival from July 10-19, 1997
Open to all cellists, 18-30 years of age, the Competition offers over $50,000 in cash awards, including a First Prize of $20,000 and recital engagements, including a New York recital at Alice Tully Hall, New York City. For more information, contact George Moquin at GMoquin@UMDACC.UMD.EDU, or telephone (301)403-8370; FAX (301)403-8375.

OTHER INTERNET MUSIC RESOURCES

***Paul Critser, ICS Internet Surfer at CelloPaul@aol.com***

We'll have fun fun fun till our daddy takes the PC away!!!

1. Newsgroups
rec.music.classical
rec.music.classical.performing
rec.music.early
rec.music.makers
rec.music.makers.bass
rec.music.misc
2. EMail Lists/Listserves:
allmusic@auvm.bitnet
acmp-list@isi.edu (Amateur Chamber Music Players)
amslist@ucdavis.edu (American Musicological Society)
bass@uwplatt.edu (The "Bottom Line" list)
ASTA-L@cmsuvmb.bitnet (American String Players Association)
ATMI-L@uiowa.edu (Ass. for Technology in Music Instruction)
classm-l@brownvm.bitnet
music-ed@uminn1.bitnet (music education)
MUSPRF-L@cmsuvmb.cmsu.edu (Music Performance and Pedagogy)
3. The Pauline Oliveros Foundation Home Page offers comprehensive
information about its artists, projects, events, and activities such as
the Deep Listening Band which explores alternative listening strategies,
unusual acoustic environments, expanded instrument technologies and new
relationships with musicians as well as audiences. The Pauline Oliveros Foundation, Inc. Home Page is located at: http://www.tmn.com/Artswire/www/pof/pof.html
For further information: oliverosfd@aol.com
4. Audio Description Home Page and Gopher.
This new internet resource contains information about the first national conference on Audio Description, articles, and sound samples. In theaters, in museums, and accompanying film and video presentations, Audio Description is commentary and narration which guides the listener audience through the presentation with concise, objective descriptions of new scenes, settings, costumes, body language and "sight gags," all slipped in between portions of dialogue or songs.
Home Page: http://www.tmn.com/Artswire/www/ad/home.html
Gopher: gopher.tmn.com
select Arts Wire, then "Every Gopher on Arts Wire"
Joel Snyder, National Endowment for the Arts
Voice: 202 682-5591; e-mail: jsnyder@tmn.com

CLASSIFIEDS & ADVERTISEMENTS

1. Camp Directory by Sandy Caviezel ***NEW***
complete descriptions of programs (400 organizations, with about 650 programs, classes and workshops)
2. 3/4 size Hoffner Cello for sale ***NEW***
3. New Directions in Cello Playing by Victor Sazer

Classifieds are now possible via the Web Classical Music Store! Any businesses or individuals that might be interested in posting advertisements, please write CelloTalk@aol.com and type "classifieds" in subject field.

Address letters to the appropriate department editors listed above and any other correspondence to John Michel at CelloTalk@AOL.COM