Technique for Brahms: his 51 exercises
Brahms is known for his highly serious and deep musical language, but he also wrote a set of 51 exercises that show deep insight into how he approached the piano. Join us for a look at his personal style and technical approach!
Find the start time in your time zone by clicking the photo or following this event link:
https://app.tonebase.co/piano/live/player/brahms-51-exercises
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?
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This looks like a good topic for the beginning of Brahmsvember. I can only join the first hour.
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I am very happy with this Brahmsvember (as Susan said). I am highly interested in both live streams about Brahms and, of course, in the new community challenge. I played some of the Brahms Waltzes many years ago, when I was a young piano student and enjoyed intensely such a romantic music. Well, now I am not so young, but I certainly still love deeply this music, particularly Brahms. So, I have to dust off the old score. Thank you so much, Dominic!!
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Sorry for the abrupt end to the stream today! Network issue.
Anyway, here are the 51 exercises of Brahms! Enjoy!
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Thank you for this Livestream, Dominic! You spoke of the mental strength needed for performing Brahms's pieces. How each finger has its own "brain" so to speak. I also think that is why Brahms is more suited for mature pianists.