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Schubert - Sonata in A Minor D784

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10 years ago by A Pianist in Student evaluation video discussion group

(Allegro giusto part 1) (Allegro giusto part 2) (Andante) (Allegro Vivace) I hope that are visible some progresses from the videos of the previous year.

Stephen Kovacevich

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10 years ago by A Pianist in Piano master video discussion group

I am curious to hear your thoughts on this pianist. In this clip from Kinderszenen I think he achieves a wonderful state of quietness. By way of comparison to older masters here is Horowitz in...

Scale fingerings made easy

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10 years ago by A Pianist in Technique and methods

Just written a post categorising the two basic unison scale fingering (which comprehensively covers 22 out of all 24 keys plus the two exceptions required for B flat and E flat). This a slightly edite...

One Finger Practice

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10 years ago by A Pianist in Technique and methods

I had heard about one finger practice before and didn't appreciate its full potential. Here are some of the benefits I notice. 1. Evenness - It is much easier to get even tone when playing with t...

Scriabin 5th Sonata. Question for Alan.

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10 years ago by A Pianist in Technique and methods

Alan, you have a fantastic recording of the on your website. I sense that you have a deep understanding of the rhythmic vitality buried within this piece. The way you play the main theme is parti...

Thumb actions in scales and for big sounds

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10 years ago by A Pianist in Technique and methods

I've finally got around to doing most of the videos for the post on thumbs (that I'd actually completed the writing for ages ago). I'd be interested in any views from anyone. Most of the exerci...

Issues of speed, regarding collapse

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10 years ago by A Pianist in Technique and methods

Just wondering there are any thoughts on this theory? "I also have a strong suspicion that it (collapse) can impact on rhythmic steadiness and the ability to play fast. When a finger gives way...

Benno Moiseiwitsch

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10 years ago by A Pianist in Piano master video discussion group

I knew he was one of Rachmaninoff's favorite pianists but this is the first time I have checked out his work. Here is a complete video of him playing one of the most difficult transcriptions in the r...

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