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Triplet Speed Lick in Walk With Me

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Wed, 09/28/2016 - 15:16
Grant
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Hello David, i can play the lick fine slowly, but when I try to build any speed, my tongue humps up and I start squeaking. Any help  would be greatly appreciate.

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Wed, 09/28/2016 - 20:49
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David Barrett
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Hello Grant. Well, you

Hello Grant. Well, you already know the issue... your tongue is humping up. I recommend you focus on keeping everything open by thinking about fogging up a mirror as you play that lick. Use an embouchure like a slight yawn, this really helps to keep everything open as well.

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Thu, 09/29/2016 - 05:11
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Thank you David 

Thank you David 

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Thu, 09/29/2016 - 06:51
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David Barrett
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Sure!

Sure!

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