Monthly Archives: März 2021

5/33 Master Recordings „Hidden Path“

After only two rehearsals and trying out different sheets, a final version of the song slowly crystallized, which we recorded as part of the master recording at Saal Wyck. This resulted in two takes, which partly surprised me in a positive way and on the other hand gave information about where the song needs further revision. 

Important learnings and note to self: 

Provide more clarity in the distribution of tasks in the band context. What sound do I want to create?

Create more „time“ in my compositions. Give the different areas more space and thus more effectiveness and myself more room to breathe. 

You can get a little insight into the recordings here:

4/33 Lesson With Nadine Nix

While preparing for the master recordings, I had a very eye-opening lesson with Nadine Nix. She suggested a deeper engagement with my topic of tension and release regarding the use of dynamics. The idea that an arc of tension does not have to remain continuous in order to create tension, nor does it necessarily require resolution, was an important insight. 

By abruptly interrupting the crescendo part and building tension again, I feel a new depth and unpredictability in the final sequence of my piece. The incorporation of the C part happens more rigorously now, but gives more musical freedom in the band context and also allows me as a vocalist to breathe and ground again.