first time playing a solo

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dmeacham5
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first time playing a solo

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Hello, next Saturday is the first time ill be playing a solo, ill be playing Allegro (arranged by Ken Swanson) im also playing in a brass quintet again on tuba, we are playing fuege in G, and i will also be playing in a trumpet quartet, sonatina No. 1 on the 4th part, though i got the trumpet music last week, any helpful suggestions to overcome any nervousness. any suggestions will be welcome thank you

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First you should practice until you know your part backwards and forwards. Try to practice the piece in public as much as possible before the performance. Lastly, take deep breaths and try to stay completely relaxed; you'll be okay.
"Without music, life would be a mistake,"
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