Even though I’m behind (Nicole knows about this), I made a very important change between the first reference recording and the one that will be made in April: thanks to Cécile Huijnen! The way of breathing before an entrance (see the blogpost about my lesson with her) and the relaxation of both arms are two noticeable changes which I’m working on right now, and which I didn’t know about during the first reference recording.

Comments of orchestra members after the rehearsal of my solo in the St Matthews Passion: you always look really confident/stout-hearted/resolute. You make playing look so easy!