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Inspired by the sound of the organ
Mozart called it the king of the instruments, Schumann recommended to learn to play it to achieve more understanding about the power of music, most of the great composers played and wrote works for it. What makes the organ being … Continue reading
When the piano “is playing” the pianist
Be aware of getting a good piano for your practicing or performances. Otherwise you will be not playing the piano but the piano will be playing you! One of the essential requirements pianists should take care for is their instrument, … Continue reading
Adiós Alicia
One of the last great personalities of the piano history left us: Spanish pianist Alicia de Larrocha. I remember very well that I had the pleasure to attend one of her recitals in Vienna about 20 years ago. A little … Continue reading
The Art of Motivic Thorough-Composition Part I
Understanding the score: the precondition of musical interpretation There are basically two types of musicians: the first ones declare their artistic Credo remaining true to the score, the others rather prefer to remain true to the musical masterwork. The first … Continue reading