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Filisko train lessons

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Wed, 03/01/2017 - 21:45
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whin learning train imitations I was wondering how long of a time (30 sec, 1min, 2min)   I should hold the speed (at 150 bpm now) before I move to next speed. and as allways thank you for the help.

MX 

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Thu, 03/02/2017 - 08:28
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Hello MX. Are you speaking of

Hello MX. Are you speaking of exercise purposes or in the performance of a train song?

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Tue, 03/07/2017 - 18:23
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Train Imitation Study

hi in the leasion on 3 gears what i'm asking is how long of time i should be able stay at speed in 3 gear 30sec or more?

MX 

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Wed, 03/08/2017 - 09:06
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You should be able to play it

You should be able to play it indefinitely. There is one blow (with two throat pops) and one draw (with two throat pops), so the breathing is balanced.

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