I've been doing a lot of recording lately. It's a very useful tool for a performing musician, because you can get out of your own head and hear what you really sound like. You may think you're dragging the rhythm in a certain measure, then hear the recording and realize you're rushing it. You may think your playing is even, and your dynamics varied, but the microphone does not lie. It teaches you that you can't always count on your own interpretation.
Today I recorded a movement from a piece I am performing soon, and I actually thought it turned out rather well. So here it is, for your enjoyment:
Comments are welcomed.
