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Re: Group 1
@Andrea Buckland So lovely, dear Andrea!
Gail Starr
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4 mths ago
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TWI: What makes Schubert GREAT with Ben Laude
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Re: ULTIMATE end of the Year Recital!
@Toan Thanks, Toan! Can't wait to hear YOU!
Gail Starr
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Re: ULTIMATE end of the Year Recital!
@Alexander Weymann Dearest Alex, since I trust your judgment more than my own, I'm delighted that you (and my little gnome family) enjoyed my Chopin. The best thing about this year with Tonebase has…
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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Re: ULTIMATE end of the Year Recital!
Here's the link to my Chopin c# minor Nocturne (observed by 2 little holiday gnomes) for the concert since I'm not able to play live. Happy Holidays, Tonebase friends!
Gail Starr
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4 mths ago
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Re: Group 1
@Marc M Great job! And already memorized! I wouldn't worry about dynamics too much until you see what dynamic level you end up in as the piece develops more.…
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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Re: Miyoung's practice diary - Chopin Barcarolle Op. 60
I hope I could try this amazing piece in 2025! I have a long way to go…
Gail Starr
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Re: ULTIMATE end of the Year Recital!
Hey Dominic! May I submit a super short recording of Chopin’s c#minor nocturne? It’s under 3 minutes.
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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Re: Group 1
@Monika Tusnady What a sensitive, lyrical interpretation dear Monika! You’ve inspired me to give it a go tomorrow, too. (Without the snowy backdrop).
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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Re: Group 1
@Vidhya Bashyam I’m new to these pieces also. Little gems!
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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Re: Group 1
@Diane Shim I decided to learn that one this week, also! It is so gorgeous.
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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Re: Kick off to the Holidays Concert!
@Peter Golemme I think Martin made a really good video on home recording last year. I need to rewatch it!
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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Re: Week 1: What we've learned
@Alexander Weymann I agree 100%!
Gail Starr
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4 mths ago
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End of the Year Challenge: "Showcase Your Progress
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Re: Week 1: What we've learned
@Alexander Weymann Great question, Alex. I'm just re-learning one the pieces I worked on early in the year and I'll post it when I feel it has (hopefully) improved compared to January.
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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End of the Year Challenge: "Showcase Your Progress
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Re: Week 1: What we've learned
@Scott Nguyễn Hai, you are doing an amazing job as a parent! Keep up the great work and enjoy Scott's playing. He seems like a wonderful kid!
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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End of the Year Challenge: "Showcase Your Progress
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Re: Group 1
@Ben Laude I wanted to give your answer a double thumbs up, but it won’t let me…
Gail Starr
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Re: Group 1
@Khoa Phan Howard You’re way ahead of me since I never even had AP Music Theory, LOL!
Gail Starr
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4 mths ago
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Re: Group 1
@Ben Laude @Bryan Coryell This is EXACTLY what I needed to learn. I have heard many of these terms before, but honestly was confused when I tried to look them up on my own.
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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TWI: What makes Schubert GREAT with Ben Laude
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Re: Group 1
@Dominic Cheli Thanks!
Gail Starr
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4 mths ago
TWI: What makes Schubert GREAT with Ben Laude
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Re: Week 1: What we've learned
@Scott Nguyễn Both pieces show a level of musicality, technique and phrasing that is simply a delight to listen to. Thank so much for posting! I’ll enjoy listening to these many times.
Gail Starr
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4 mths ago
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End of the Year Challenge: "Showcase Your Progress
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Re: Week 1: What we've learned
@Miyoung Choi excellent question! I think you can add your video at any week, whenever you feel comfortable. The other students usually get an alert once a day (if they have asked for alerts,…
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
End of the Year Challenge: "Showcase Your Progress
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Re: Week 1: What we've learned
What a fun Challenge! I think I’ll circle back to the Chaminade piece I worked on for the French composer challenge earlier in 2023 to see if it has (hopefully) improved.
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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End of the Year Challenge: "Showcase Your Progress
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Re: Week 1: What we've learned
@Miyoung Choi Hi Miyoung, welcome to Tonebase! You can add your YT videos using the little paper clip icon below. Can’t wait to hear you!
(DM me if you have any questions,…
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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Re: Group 4
@Ben Laude What a fabulous description! I'm watching your Harmonic Analysis crash course this evening. You do such a great job... not only explaining the concepts,…
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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Re: Group 1
@Juan Carlos Olite I’m going to start learning the 1st Impromptu today!
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
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Re: Group 1
@Mark
Thank goodness for YouTube!
Gail Starr
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Gail_Starr
4 mths ago
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My favorite activity is chamber music, but I love learning solo repertoire now here at Tonebase.
I'm so excited to meet other pianists from all around the globe.
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