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Re: Practicing on Electric Pianos YouTube Video!
I have a Yamaha P-515 with Pianoteq for the sounds. I grew up playing exclusively on grand pianos (my mother had two - a Baldwin and a Steinway), but that's not in the cards these days.…
Shoshana Kalson
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5 mths ago
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Re: Group 4
Sorry it's taken me so long to reply; I've been busier than expected. I'm working on the 3rd movement of the easy sonata (K545). I've just started working on it.…
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Improve your MOZART sonata with Orli Shaham!
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Re: Shoshana's Practice Diary - Back to the Beginning
@Leah Olson I’ll add the Mozart to my list. I’m thinking of doing a “second movement” project after I get a few other things off my list. I like 2nd movements - slow with, usually,…
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Re: Shoshana's Practice Diary - Back to the Beginning
@Leah Olson Thank you so much. That's a real compliment! I decided to post my work on YouTube primarily to share my work and create a record of my progress.…
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Re: Shoshana's Practice Diary - Back to the Beginning
@Leah Olson I enjoyed working on the minuet. Baroque music is fun. Of course, there are rules, but it's possible to play with it and make it your own. Josh's video was really good and gave me a lot…
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Re: Shoshana's Practice Diary - Back to the Beginning
I'm currently making a post here at the end of the week with all the videos I posted to YouTube during the week. Should I make a separate post for each video as I post it? What do you think? Anyway,…
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Re: Shoshana's Practice Diary - Back to the Beginning
@Natalie Peh For sure!
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
Your Practice Diary
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Re: Shoshana's Practice Diary - Back to the Beginning
@Natalie Peh You definitely can. I was able to get over the crippling panic as a singer. I think there is always some nervousness before you perform. My mom used to say that’s a good thing.…
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Re: Shoshana's Practice Diary - Back to the Beginning
@Natalie Peh I agree, Tonebase seems to be a safe place to share. I was also like you. I never had a problem with nerves when I played for others. I also sing (although less so now).…
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Your Practice Diary
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Re: Shoshana's Practice Diary - Back to the Beginning
@Natalie Peh @Aline Valade Thank you. I started recording videos because I wanted to make a record of my progress. I've found several benefits. One, my family now sees what I'm spending my time on.…
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Re: Shoshana's Practice Diary - Back to the Beginning
Here are two more pieces I've posted this week: Tarantella in C major by Frederick Scotson Clark (1840-1883) I like how this turned out. It's not a difficult piece,…
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Re: Shoshana's Practice Diary - Back to the Beginning
Since starting this project, I feel that my endurance has really improved. Initially, my hands would feel achy after a practice session. Now, I can work for up to two hours with no problems.…
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Shoshana's Practice Diary - Back to the Beginning
Well, not exactly the beginning, but pretty close. I debated quite a while before started a diary here. It seems that most people are playing really advanced works, and here I am,…
Shoshana Kalson
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Re: Ben Laude: Ask Me Anything about Piano Technique!
@Ben Laude Thank you for your detailed answer. I can play octaves. I used to be able to play 9ths (think Moonlight Sonata, 1st movement), but since returning to the piano after a long absence,…
Shoshana Kalson
shoshana_Kalson
2 yrs ago
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Ask Me Anything - New Guests Every Month!
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Re: Ben Laude: Ask Me Anything about Piano Technique!
@Georgie C I’m also very interested
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Ask Me Anything - New Guests Every Month!
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Re: Memorizing
@Gail Starr I don’t know. Somehow, it all seemed much easier back then. Of course, looking back almost 50 years, I could be filtering out the harder stuff.
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
General Discussion
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Re: Which tablet is recommended for musicians?
iPad Pro 12” is pretty much the standard
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Re: Memorizing
@Gail Starr Yup. I think that certain pieces will always be in my fingers. Anyway, since I’m not aiming to play in competitions, I’m not too concerned with memorizing.…
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Re: Memorizing
Absolutely. When I was young, memorizing took no effort; it just happened. At 65, that’s no longer true.
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
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Re: Sign-Up: Improve your Arpeggios in Two Weeks with Claire Huangci!
Wow! I could really benefit from this. Sadly, I will be away from my piano during this period. So, I’ll watch the public stuff and hope for another session after I’m back home. Shosh
Shoshana Kalson
shoshana_Kalson
2 yrs ago
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General Information and Sign-Up!
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Re: Chopin Masterclass! An interactive event with Jarred Dunn
I’m not comfortable playing for others just yet, but I’m looking forward to watching. I just finished the two-week intensive with Jarred and I’ve been left wanting more.…
Shoshana Kalson
shoshana_Kalson
2 yrs ago
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Re: Group 4
@Jarrer Dunn Thank you for your input. Trilling on 454 isn't my favorite, but I'll make it work. More importantly, you mentioned styling this ornament -- singing tone and elegance.…
Shoshana Kalson
shoshana_Kalson
2 yrs ago
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Improve your Chopin Ornaments with Jarred Dunn!
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Re: Group 4
And one more question… Would it be so terrible if I just left out the lower b? After all, I'm not preparing this piece for a competition.
Shoshana Kalson
shoshana_Kalson
2 yrs ago
Improve your Chopin Ornaments with Jarred Dunn!
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Re: Group 4
I have a question about bar 45. I have small hands, so holding down the b for the full duration of the ornament isn't an option. The stretch is ok. Still not too bad.…
Shoshana Kalson
shoshana_Kalson
2 yrs ago
Improve your Chopin Ornaments with Jarred Dunn!
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Re: Group 4
I just wanted to check in… I'm working on the Waltz in A minor Op 34 No 2. I find it so beautiful, and it has lots and lots of ornaments to work on. Unfortunately, at the moment,…
Shoshana Kalson
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2 yrs ago
Improve your Chopin Ornaments with Jarred Dunn!
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