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Re: Week 1 Assignment!
@Randi Thank you, Randi! Just saw it! I’m sure it’s even more advanced now. At this stage, I would focus on the consistency of the triplets and maintaining an uninterrupted flow.…
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@Karen Wood It took me a little bit to respond as I wanted to think it through. Regarding the unslurred Alberti bass, it tends to serve more of a harmonic function.…
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@Michelle R I am so happy you enjoyed it! Also, it is never too late to post something, I will be looking out :)
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@Marc M Sure, you could use Jonas, but also playing more and more repertoire and creating your own exercises is very helpful. You can use the way you played it as a practice tool; however,…
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@Marc M Such a great job! You took this challenge exactly where I was hoping it would go, and I love your interpretation! As for feedback—perhaps the dissonances could be a bit more intentional and…
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@Karen Wood Hi Karen, so yes and no, haha. In a way, recording yourself will help you perceive time more objectively; however, it won’t necessarily capture the full acoustic spectrum that influences…
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@Sachi Beautiful playing, Sachi. Explore more legato in the right hand. Also, decide where you need more finger activity and where you can completely relax—the natural weight of the finger will be…
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@Janet Horsford Glad you like it! I think it applies to so many aspects of what we do—and even if some of the ideas may seem like truisms, it’s still worth reiterating :)
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Hi everyone! So proud of all the work you’ve done last week — great job! Now I’d love for you to dive deeper. Take notes as you explore and feel free to share them here to inspire each other.…
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WEEK 2 :)
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Thank you for all your submissions, let's have a look at week 2 now and continue the journey :)
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@Marc M It is a very good playing and playing with toys as well, haha! Loved watching the video. I wouldn't mind andante being a little more forward moving but really like the improvisatory character…
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@Marc M THIS is exactly what I was hoping for! Good job!
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@Karen Wood Great selection, Karen. It’s funny how all these things were happening in Europe—revolution, Germany—and yet Beethoven’s second theme seems so cheerful.…
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@Michelle R This is so interesting! Moreover, he founded a piano firm, and his instruments were favored by Chopin! It is always interesting to imagine how the pieces would sound on the instrument…
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@Ismini Such a fun little piece — I didn’t know it! I can totally imagine Napoleon’s cavalry storming ahead
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@Christo Good takeaways! Keep exploring and learning the notes — I like this selection. Play with the articulations and the dance-like character, and notice how they influence each other.
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Hi, @Randi ! So happy you’re doing it! Clementi seems like a great choice. You’re right—the theme comes back, and there’s something like a little coda at the end :) No need to overthink it,…
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@Pat Van Buskirk Another beautiful selection! And I’m happy to see you’re using Ekier’s critical edition. You mentioned Chopin’s failed engagement to Wodzińska—there was also the failed 1831…
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@Sachi This is a very good choice—such a beautiful piece. When thinking about the structure, keep in mind the contrast between big and small units and adjust your phrasing accordingly.…
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@Melanie Great choice!
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@Adena Just perfect!
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@Philippa I am glad you like it!!!
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@Michelle R Hi Michelle, Pleyel seems to work just fine for the sake of this challenge—I couldn’t seem to find Duvernoy, but if it’s relatively easy, that should work too!…
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Hi everyone! Welcome! Excited to get started and hear your thoughts and repertoire selections. Remember, this is a unique opportunity to engage with a piece before being influenced by…
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