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Week 4 Challenge Assignment: “Your Final Schubert Moment”
This is your final week of the Schubert Challenge—and the focus is expression, individuality, and celebration! Your assignment: Submit a final video of the piece or excerpt you’ve been working on…
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Schubert Watch Party: Your Final Showcase!
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Re: Week 3: Expression over Perfection
@Alexander Weymann Amazing work and such powerful description! Thank you!!
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@Jennifer Mehta What an insightful reflection on Schubert’s Moment! I completely agree about the tension being so palpable throughout the piece, even in the more mellow sections.…
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Re: Week 3: Expression over Perfection
@Dora Burak Hi there and welcome! We are all in this together, so I really appreciate you sharing with us! I completely resonate with your experience; the Kupelwieser Waltz is such a beautiful yet…
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Re: Week 3: Expression over Perfection
@Derek McConville Hi Derek! Your insight into these 8/9 bars is so refreshing! For voicing those awkward chords, have you considered breaking them down by focusing primarily on the melody first?…
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Re: Week 3: Expression over Perfection
@Hazel Welcome! It's fantastic to see you sharing your progress with Schubert's op90 no3. It sounds like you're really focusing on bringing out the expressive qualities in the melody and creating…
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Re: What is your favorite piano brand?
@Robert Appleton It's great to hear about your journey with the Casio Privia CX S7000! Its versatility in covering both classical and electronic music is impressive—I can only imagine the unique…
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Re: Week 3: Expression over Perfection
@Michelle R Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the Landler! It's wonderful to hear how you're blending playfulness and elegance in your interpretation.…
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Re: What is your favorite piano brand?
@Michael What a fascinating and insightful reflection! Your experiences with Bösendorfer Imperials really resonate, as they are truly remarkable instruments that seem to inspire a connection unlike…
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Week 2 Assignment
Week 2 assignment: There are two options this week Record a video of yourself playing a trill you are struggling with. It does not matter how many mistakes there are. This is a comparison video.…
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Re: Week 2: First Impressions & Trouble Spots
@Marc M Really interesting stuff. Thanks for sharing! To be honest, I am used to listening and playing the version traditionally in Henle/Barenreiter. However check out this link here (p 187) with…
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Re: Week 2: First Impressions & Trouble Spots
@Aleksandra Bogomaz Hi Aleksandra! It's fantastic to hear how you're already applying my suggestions! Transitioning from an upright to a grand piano can definitely feel like a whole new world,…
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Re: ToneBase Scriabin Stage
@Juan Carlos Olite Absolutely! It's always inspiring to see how we uplift each other here. Keep up that great work!!!
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Re: What is your favorite piano brand?
@JGILLSON Your insights on the tonal differences between your Knabe and Mason pianos are wonderful to hear. It's fascinating how the character of each instrument can subtly influence your…
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Re: How do you memorize music?
@Jennifer Case Stull Great insights, Jennifer! Memorizing challenging pieces can be quite the journey, especially with the complexities of Poulenc’s Novelettes.…
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Re: Accidental across clef changes
@Ambs Absolutely! It's so wonderful to see the community come together to support each other, especially on complex topics like this. If you ever find yourself needing more clarity on how accidentals…
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Re: Accidental across clef changes
@Ambs Absolutely! It's so wonderful to see the community come together to support each other, especially on complex topics like this. If you ever find yourself needing more clarity on how accidentals…
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Re: Week 1 Assignment
@Barbara Blakeslee Hi Barbara! It's great to hear you're tackling a piece you love! The trill at the end can be a true challenge, but starting with simpler ornaments to build your confidence is a…
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@Angela Fogg What a wonderful reflection on your experience with pianos! Bechstein certainly has a unique character. Your insights on the warmth and depth of tone, especially with Beethoven,…
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Re: Recording : Mozart K332, andante
@Fred Awesome job!!
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Re: Week 2: First Impressions & Trouble Spots
@Aleksandra Bogomaz Hey Aleksandra! It sounds like you're making some solid progress with the sonata! I completely understand the challenge of balancing that singing upper voice with the arpeggios in…
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@Juan Carlos Olite It's great to see you participating in the Tonebase Scriabin Stage! Prelude op 11 nº 14 is such a remarkable piece, especially when interpreted with that intensity!…
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@Jennifer Mehta It sounds like you're diving deep into the nuances of this piece! The contrast between staccato and legato can create such beautiful tension and depth.…
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@JGILLSON What a fascinating post about your experiences with different pianos! It sounds like you have a wonderful connection to your instruments. Fazioli really does have such a unique sound that…
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