Syrinx (Debussy) - tutorial

[@bassethound1]

This is the ultimate Syrinx tutorial. ❤

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Awww…. Thanks so much! Glad you liked it! ♥️

[@davidwood2562]

Emily, what a wonderful video. Thank you very much for putting this together. The opening section contains some fascinating insights into the genesis and original performance context of the piece. I had no idea that Debussy was so dismissive of the theme of Psyche when it was first suggested to him, nor that he procrastinated so badly over his contribution. As much as we revere Debussy today, actually collaborating with him must have been a nightmare. As for your performance analysis, there are so many fantastic take-home points here that I had to replay a few times and take notes. I hadn't been aware of Debussy's probable meaning with commas in his scores; with your comments in mind I'll be looking again at my breathing places throughout. However, the single biggest revelation to me was that dim. in the second-to-last bar, which is indeed misprinted in my edition (Jobert) as an accent and as such defies any sort of musical sense. I did a big facepalm when I saw Debussy's true dynamic for that bar! Your channel is such an excellent resource for flute players everywhere - so thank you, again, for all your efforts. I count your collection of videos as one of the few good things to come out of this whole sorry Covid mess.

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thank you for your lovely, kind message David. I'm so glad there were a few helpful pieces of information for you in this video! Happy Syrinx-ing! 🙏

[@minwuhu1790]

Love your demonstration very much ! It is great to see you came back on your channel. I am going to catch up for you videos .

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thanks for watching Minwu! 🙏

[@horacioalbertodali6836]

Muchas gracias Emily,,,sabiduría y sentimiento para esta genial composición...gracias desde Argentina

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thank YOU so much Horacio! Glad you liked it! 🙏

[@romualdbenoit7672]

Thank you so much to share this video. It's very intresting. The performance is very beautiful and coherent with your precious informations. I love it Romuald.

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thank you so much Romauld! 🙏

[@jennybartle]

this is a really helpful video and a really delightful rendition, full of surprise

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thank you so much JBar - and thanks for watching! 🙏

[@davmosh]

Master flutist in 🎬 action. Elegant presentation 👌

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thank you, Dav! 🙏

[@sharonsparrow3862]

This is so terrific, Emily! Thanks for sharing! LOVE your videos!

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thank you Sharon - I’m so glad you like them!! 🙏

[@olivierdrouin2701]

Very beautiful words by Mourey

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Yes indeed! 🥰 Thanks for watching 🙏

[@davidlonkevich2708]

Great talk! Loved the stories and artwork too, and, of course, your playing! I truly appreciate you sharing so much this way.

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thanks David - so glad you liked it. Thanks for watching!

[@kaisku]

Thank you so much, Emily. I'm thrilled! 😍 This is the piece I will start working on next. You are a brilliant teacher and tutorials like this are immensely helpful! 😘💜

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Oh, I am so delighted that this has arrived at such a perfect time for you! ENJOY! 🙏

[@saraandon3078]

STUNNING!!!! Love everything about this video -- soooo helpful and inspiring - and your GODDESS performance - wowza! ! Just no words...THANK YOu SO MUCH, EMILY!!!

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thank YOU, dearest Sara - you’re VERY kind!! Thanks sooooo much for watching & for your wonderfully enthusiastic support!! 🤩

[@stellaingrosso3021]

I love this video! I discovered a lot of details and interesting informations about the story of the piece! Thank you so much!

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Oh, thank YOU, dear Stella! 🙏 I’m glad you liked it and I hope very much that you are doing well. 😊

[@sherezadejuradonavarro2596]

Thank you, Emily, for such a great talk about Debussy!

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

So glad you liked it! 😉

[@RafikCezanneTV]

Truly a challenging work. I always wanted to know about the technique on this piece, Merci Beaucoup Emily!

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Yes, it’s a wonderful & indeed, challenging work., isn’t it? I’m so glad you liked the video, Rafik!☺️

[@aleksandrapechytiak8448]

Dear Emily, your videos are very inspiring... 😍Thank you so much for your work and sharing it with us.

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thank you so much, Aleksandra! I’m SO thrilled you are enjoying my videos! Thank you for watching! 🙏

[@torozco7]

I love your videos! All of them. Thank you!

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thank YOU, Teresa! 🙏 I’m so happy to hear you like them 😉 Happy flute-ing!! 🎶

[@waldoceunen4992]

Geweldig, lieve Emily! Zo veel goede en super nuttige achtergrondinformatie en tips en echt prachtig gespeeld!! Dank je wel voor deze steengoede tutorial!!!

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Wat lief, Waldo - dank je wel!! 🙏 Bedankt voor het kijken!

[@mariacarmenfuentesgimeno9022]

beautiful video and montage, magnificent explanations and very good tips. many thanks. Best regards. Carmen

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Muchas gracias, Maria!! I’m so happy to that you liked it and found it useful! 🙏

[@rondoweiss]

I saw Emily play in the Jersey Art centre.She is fantastic.

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

You are very kind! ☺️ Thanks for watching 🙏

[@grahamsmith2862]

Emily, thank you for this extremely helpful and illuminating video. I am learning to play this on my Baroque voice flute (at A= 415 so the end result is at Debussy's pitch), and your detailed observations were invaluable!

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

So glad it was helpful! What an amazing challenge to play this on a baroque flute; well done you!!

[@marcojtpereira]

Fantastic work! Thank you very much!!!

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thank you too, Marco! 🙏

[@isabelleluberne3246]

Very interesting and helpful, and a wonderfull interpretation. You also have a great French accent 🇫🇷 😊

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Ha! Ha! 🇫🇷 😂 Glad you think so! Hope you had a great birthday! 🥳

[@lbugada]

Grazie Emily

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Prego, Luca! 🙏😊

[@isabelleluberne3246]

Most amazing birthday gift !!!! 🤩🤩🤩

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Happy birthday Isabelle!

[@isabelleluberne3246]

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[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Happy Birthday Isabelle!! 🎉

[@isabelleluberne3246]

@@EmilyBeynonflute Oh thank you so much ! Your video in 1h30, I can't wait, I'm so excited !!!!

[@martynjacksonmusic2215]

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[@eleanorandrews5742]

Thank you for these insights. I've been learning this piece for a while and almost have it off by heart - but there are a few/a lot of "sins" in there!

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

You’re very welcome, Eleanor! All the best with adding the final touches to your Syrinx! 😊👍

[@malanehofmeyrburger3720]

Thank you so much!!

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

You're very welcome, Malané! thanks for watching!

[@sandranieto1571]

Ay! Que lindo sería el poder leerlo en español también, lo cuentas se una manera tan bella con tu tono de voz..

[@madeleinehartland6299]

Thank you so much, such a beautiful rendition! Have you got any advice on how to achieve your wonderful fast vibrato?

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Hi Madeleine - thanks for your message! Have you seen my video on vibrato? Maybe that could help a bit… and also watch & listen to singers & violinists!! Good luck 🍀

[@avigb4238]

Merci merci !!!!

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Merci á vous! 🙏

[@avigb4238]

Best syrinx I never heard. I would love to know when you will be in Paris

[@IDEEINDIGO]

Super video. Claire, pédagogique, motivante. Et votre prestation est convaincante et... mystérieuse ! N'est-ce pas ce que voulait M. Debussy... Merci Emily.

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Merci beaucoup! 🙏

[@francarvalhoflute]

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[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thanks, Fran!!! 😉

[@דבורההורביץ-י2ו]

The dotted main theme has often played in various r h y t h m i c a l changes. Since it is published in one e q u a l written notes , why do players prefer an improvization in b o t h octaves of the main theme ? an artistic c h a n g e of performance should stick on the exact rhythmic written notes which may enrich the A r t of Syrinx.

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Yes, I think the art is in playing what’s written as accurately as possible whilst SOUNDING free!!! Thanks for watching!

[@דבורההורביץ-י2ו]

@@EmilyBeynonflute The freedom of p e r f o r m a n c e is an inevitable consideration of exactness of the written material , not a separate factor in itself.

[@cynthiagass5590]

Oh, god. Those uh, was it 7 "sins"? Whatever.😂

[@EmilyBeynonflute]

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[@EmilyBeynonflute]

Thanks for watching!!!!