My first week on the Etherwave theremin - thoughts (and frustrations)

So after spending about a week with my Etherwave Standard Theremin, here are my thoughts (and frustrations) in a video. 

I've done a ton of research, watched dozens of videos, read through hundreds of posts on this forum, asked many questions (and got some answers), and practiced many different styles and methods to try to find my playing style.

I really wished a video like this one had been available prior to venturing into the world of theremins. But unfortunately all I found and still find are the professionals showcasing their talents and trying to teach their playing styles.

For someone like me who is tall, with long arms and large hands - most tutorials didn't really help me get started.  So this video, is my way of helping newcomers, who either haven't bought a theremin yet, are curious about it, and want to know what to expect, in such a niche community (and instrument), where there really aren't any realistic videos out there to showcase the difficulty and nuances to such a peculiar and beautiful instrument.

I do have to mention, that since making this video, a member on this forum told me to try zero beat way behind me, to try and get an octave with my large hand, and I have to report that this did work for me. So it's possible that I might've figured this out thanks to a member on here! We will see as I continue to practice, if this little tidbit of information was the missing link. It's something that's not widely said on tutorials today, and needs to be included!

I just want to thank everyone here on Theremin World, Reddit, and the Theramania group on Facebook for the outpouring of messages, videos, feedback, and support! I've been practicing with all the tips and here's a progress update.

1. First I made sure my stance felt comfortable. I adjusted the mic stand to "fit" my height, and have my volume hand in a comfortable position. I didn' feel any tension or stress in my shoulders, elbows, or back.

2. I tuned the pitch field to have the zero beat behind me, not at my chest.

3. I tried Carolina Eyck's finger positions - which do feel most natural to me for some reason.

4. I then turned the pitch knob very slightly until the octave was in tune with my finger positions.

5. The result is the unlisted video below.

I'd love to hear more feedback. Am I doing things right? Does it look like I'm making progress? Can I improve anywhere (obviously I can)?

But I love getting your feedback and suggestions, it's helping me tremendously, I love this community!!! Or should I say Thereminity?!