The Metronome Train

I've finally found the joy and comfort of the metronome.

An interest dynamic of playing the violin is the affect of 'automation'. The advancement of having different elements of the body going into fluent relax repetition involving less thought and freedom of movement.

When a train start to move it clinks and clanks as it pulls out the station. Lots of different elements toot and steam and with a 'fuss' it slowly gets going. Eventually the train reaches its natural speed in which everything runs smoothly and perhaps mindlessly. A state of peace amoungst the machine is achieved during which beautiful scenery can be enjoyed along the journey.

The state of calm can be achieved with the metronome. The metronome should be used for all study. Including scales, phsyical motion exercises, etudes, etc...

Beforing striking the bow a brief 'internal hum' of the composition should lead to a desired and enjoyable tempo. Not too fast, not too slow. Set the metronome and then let the train tracks of the composition lead the music and the body.

An exercise should have a agreed personal tempo that doesn't change.

Perhaps; the metronome eases the mind and activates the body.