antonbruckner

Hi Augustin,

I just wanted to say how much of a pleasure it is to play with you; not only because of your unparalleled musicianship but also your warm and approachable demeanor. I always take away something new about string playing when I work with you. If we had more time and you were not such a busy guy I would ask you to lend an ear for me whenever you are in town! Your Tchaikovsky from this April and Mozart 5 the previous year were such a joy to play. Wishing you all the best for the remainder of this year and next. I hope we can work together again sometime soon.

My question: How do you practice "performing" a new work compared to "practicing" that work for technical details? As in, how do you separate practicing for yourself, and practicing to perform for an audience? Or do you always play as if you are playing for an audience, even when you are alone?

-Zach, cellist from the East Texas Symphony Orchestra in Tyler.

The Dallas Opera did Rheingold recently and it was such a treat.

What’s your favorite recording of the Ring Cycle?