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I'm going to make a little stretch here, just bullshit really, but: There is no (conventional) way to lengthen the feedback cycle when playing a musical instru

by uxp100 7y ago

I'm going to make a little stretch here, just bullshit really, but: There is no (conventional) way to lengthen the feedback cycle when playing a musical instrument. It is immediate. But beginning jazz piano soloists are often taught to vocalize their lines as they play. This clarifies your goals, and keeps you from aimless noodling that is in key, but lacks a pull towards something (which is how I play, since I have shit pitch memory and perception). I guess I'd draw the connection to writing tests before implementation. And then to extend out a little further, as you become experienced and have internalized what your instrument will sound like, this habit could hold you hold you back from truly free expression, not that anyone wants that in my code.

CarVac 7y ago
On the other hand, personally when playing music I don't perceive any feedback on the more subtle aspects unless I make blatant mistakes. Intonation and bowing on cello, unwanted accents on piano. These are only revealed fully when I record myself. And regardless of how short or long he feedback loop is, listening to a recording of my own mistakes when playing is sufficiently traumatic for me to make for a strong learning experience.
retrac 7y ago
> There is no (conventional) way to lengthen the feedback cycle when playing a musical instrument. While maybe not quite the same thing, recording yourself has been a standard tool in music education for decades. With some instruments, you can even play with earplugs or turning off the amplifier. It's surprising how much it changes your focus.