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Buffet Line and "open" "close"

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Sun, 02/09/2020 - 10:12
AceVentura
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David,

Hope all is well. I have a question about Buffet Line. The notations contain a small circle over given notes along with the words "open" and "close". I'm aware that the circles denote slaps but I don't undertand the meanings of "open" and "close". Perhaps this was explained but I missed it. Can you elaborate on this?

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Sun, 02/09/2020 - 11:20
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David Barrett
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Hello Ace. Open your hands

Hello Ace. Open your hands for "open" and close your hands (tightly) for "close." Sorry if I missed stating that.

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Sun, 02/09/2020 - 14:41
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Thanks

That makes a world of sense.

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