I've just been to rehearsal where we were playing the Saint-Saens 'cello concerto. I somehow ended up sight-reading the solo part! First time I've played with an orchestra! That was fun!
My first experience of playing with an orchestra was the Haydn Trumpet Concerto. Also more-or-less at sight and on a clarinet. I was the only B-flat instrument-player around when the soloist didn't turn up.
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My first experience of playing with an orchestra was the Haydn Trumpet Concerto. Also more-or-less at sight and on a clarinet. I was the only B-flat instrument-player around when the soloist didn't turn up.
"Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon 'em!" (Shakespeare)
Which was it in your case? Did you volunteer for this solo opportunity? Anyway, good for you, making the most of it.
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