String Breakage/Wesley Harman

[Joseph Garrett]

Short version: 1. Mike the piano/make sure pianist has a monitor "right in
his/her ear"! 2. Check terminations for proper shape and smoothness. 3.
Check hammer "shape"/condition. 4. Check for proper regulation. (with
possibly let-off at 3/16" to 1/4") 5. Have a chat with the "Sound Man" in
regard to volumes of other players, and his controll over that. (A thought
also: Make sure the piano is Miked properly, with the very best Microphone
they have available). 5. Check after-touch. (if it is "normal", make it
less, so the pianist has a "truck" feel. <G> Makes em' work harder and tires
them out quicker!<G>
Just a few thoughts.
Best Regards,
Joe Garrett, RPT, (Oregon)

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