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Title: technique but no class
Review: While technically Daniel Smith is a good bassoonist, his playing lacks musicality. Additionally, I find his tone harsh to the ear, and it lacks the refinement that better bassoonists have. The bassoon is a magnificent solo instrument, and I strongly recommend the solo playing by Milan Turkovic, Otto Eifert, or Klaus Thunneman over that of Smith, if you are looking to learn more about the bassoon's solo repertoire. While there are many solo bassoonists out there, the key is finding one who has the technique, musicalness, and darker tone quality that all bassoonists, myself included, strive for. Unfortunately, Smith does not belong in this elite few.
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