I do film sessions from 5:00 PM Sunday until about 6:00 PM on Monday when I'm in town. Actually, the work is in Louisville, about 90 miles away. I leave about 6:00 for an 8:00 PM job back in Lexington.

I guess it could be dome by ear, but the basic track is charted. from there, it's watching the screen and playing to the action...almost like the silent music, I'd guess. The ability to read the lead line and changes speeds up the process, and the ability to write out an improvisational passage is critical.

I didn't learn to read until I got into regular studio production, but it';s been a lifesaver.

What Boo is talking about, though is a whole different thing....site reading in real time is a killer, especially on intricate pieces.

Old time section players were amazing.


Russ