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cellist and writer- UK

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Month: May 2018

A Commitment to Sound 2: Finding a Voice

On May 22, 2018 By Hattie ButterworthIn UncategorizedLeave a comment

One of the most natural parts of us is our speaking and singing voice. We shape our phrases and intonation to match the mood and express ourselves in speech. Most importantly, we do this totally subconsciously. To find our voice in playing an instrument means developing an awareness that playing a piece of material, such …

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A Commitment to Sound 1- Motivated by What?

On May 18, 2018 By Hattie ButterworthIn UncategorizedLeave a comment

This series shows the ups and downs of me having made a commitment to sound. I have spent many years studying the cello, but very little time has been dedicated to the sound I create and how I create it. Because of this I want to make sound, and not success, my new obsession. The …

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A Commitment to Sound

On May 6, 2018May 6, 2018 By Hattie ButterworthIn Uncategorized2 Comments

It has been unnervingly easy to go about living, practicing and exploring music without really listening to what I create. I have become complacent, getting by with what is 'good enough' and what might sound impressive. My practice has become a frustrating mass of confusion towards a foggy goal of 'perfect'. Unaware of what I …

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