Bach Invention No. 1: Analysis for Performers (June 22)
One of the staples of the intermediate piano repertoire, Bach’s First Invention is a paragon of imitative counterpoint. Laude reveals the contrapuntal inner-workings that give shape to the Invention, and tackles the pianistic challenges that flow from Bach’s ingenious interplay of voices.
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We are going to be using this thread to gather suggestions and questions!
- What questions do you have on this topic?
- Any particular area you would like me to focus on?
Join tonebase Head of Piano Ben Laude for an in-depth tutorial on J.S. Bach’s Invention No. 1 in C Major.
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A few questions:
- If you listen to recordings of Invention #1 (e.g. Gould) some pianists add their own ornaments. Are there "rules" to follow on adding your own embellishments to Bach that are not indicated in the original score.
- For a simple piece like this, is there a benefit to using a touch of pedal in any places or best to not use at all. In general, when do you think using pedal in Bach is appropriate/useful.
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Hi Brett Gilbert ,
Thank you for your questions! I'll be addressing them in my presentation tomorrow. See you there in the chat!
Ben
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Ben's live stream about the first Bach Invention was fantastic! The analysis was so enlightening and helpful to my development of this music.
Also, since he mentioned Victor Borge I thought to post a link to a short video of his piano comedy. I couldn't remember him by name but once I saw the clip I remembered seeing him on television as a child. It's hilarious and worth the five minutes to view!
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Thank you . I learned so much from your lesson today .
