An episode of mostly talking and just a bit of playing. Lots to think about from last week’s lesson, and a plan for next week.
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Putting play into practice; two silly things I did this week, including putting words to 25/4 (with different versions for different editions); a new approach to 10/1 and 10/2.
The very first listener question, the answer to which involves babbling about harmonies in 25/1 in possibly excruciating detail. The importance of mapping and landmarks, and a cautionary tale. This week’s practice strategies for 10/2, 25/4, and 25/7. Also: a rule about performing and caffeine.
An attempt at 10/2; the left hand of 25/4; some thoughts from the MTNA conference (including how Menahem Pressler talks about legato); how to practice an orchestral part.
Chopin 25/6 goes on the shelf; a weird practice week; the key to 10/6 (maybe); adding a new etude.
Practice vs. play (stringent/joyful) ; some Haydn; Chopin Op. 25 no. 3 and op. 25 no. 5; making choices in op. 25 no. 6.
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Chopin etudes 25/3 and 25/5 in (probably excruciating) detail; seeking the right tempo for the winter wind etude; a start on the harp etude (25/1).
Play It Again Swig 