Re: Fwd: Re: [Harp-L] Adler-- Exaggerations?

[Richard Hunter <turtlehill@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Mark Russilo wrote:
"It seems to me that most photographers view a harmonica player the same
way they do a guitar-player in that they want to get that "action" stage
shot.  Where does that leave us when he waits for your solo to take the
picture?  You're stuck with a reed instrument in your mouth, your hands
covering it (and your face) - and you're on a mission."

All true.  My photos are generally taken by my wife, who's good with a
camera and knows what to shoot.  If you can't have someone like that do
the job, try to talk to the photographer(s) before the show and tell
them what you're looking for. Hinting that you might be interested in
buying a good print or two can help.    

On a different subject, the other person I always try to talk to before
the show is whoever's working the PA.  They really seem to appreciate
the attention and interest, along with whatever I can tell them about
how I want the harp to sound (cut all the frequencies below 100 hZ,
boost slightly at 250 hZ, cut 2-3 dB above 8 kHz), and I usually get a
lot better treatment at the console as a result.

regards, Richard Hunter
hunterharp.com