Category Archives: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Piano playing at its most inspirational level

Posted on March 19, 2013 by arioso7: Shirley Kirsten

Divine music-making from a seasoned pianist in a memorable retrospective Continue reading →

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A sentimental journey taken with Mozart

Posted on February 4, 2013 by arioso7: Shirley Kirsten

Musical memories rekindled Continue reading →

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Fingering snarls in Mozart’s Allegretto, Sonata in C, K. 545 and suggested remedies from the experts

Posted on January 3, 2013 by arioso7: Shirley Kirsten

We all have our nemesis. The last measures (68-73) of Mozart’s rondo: Allegretto, K. 545, Sonata in C Major, have ensnared me, barring smooth passage to final cadence. For others the journey is uneventful. Who knows? Size of hands, finger … Continue reading →

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In the Piano Universe: Two You Tube Treasures not to miss!

Posted on April 1, 2012 by arioso7: Shirley Kirsten

Every so often, I stumble upon an uploaded You Yube performance that grabs my ears. In this instance, it was a Mozart encore offered by pianist, Mitsuko Uchida, that led straight to a compelling videotaped interview with her. With my … Continue reading →

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Comparing performances of Mozart Sonata in C, K. 545, Movement 1, Allegro (Tempo, alone can make a big difference)

Posted on March 31, 2012 by arioso7: Shirley Kirsten

Over time, when we return to a piece that is well-learned, and in some cases has become a bit too predictable without a touch of inspiration, a revitalized, updated version might be worth a try. In this regard, I’m always … Continue reading →

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Piano Instruction: How to practice Mozart Sonata in A, K. 331, Variation 1 (Video)

Posted on March 17, 2012 by arioso7: Shirley Kirsten

The video attached explores how to analyze and practice Variation 1 of Mozart’s Sonata in A, K. 331 which is distinguished by its opening movement in Theme and Variations form. The following link provides provides exploration of the opener: http://arioso7.wordpress.com/2012/03/17/the-most-heavenly-piano-music/ … Continue reading →

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The Most Heavenly Piano Music?

Posted on March 17, 2012 by arioso7: Shirley Kirsten

Mozart’s Theme from his A Major Sonata, K. 331, and Beethoven’s Adagio from the Sonata “Pathetique,” Op. 13, for me, have two of the most hauntingly beautiful melodies in the piano literature. In particular, Mozart’s opening theme that threads through … Continue reading →

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Murray Perahia, pianist, is in a league of his own! (Videos)

Posted on January 15, 2012 by arioso7: Shirley Kirsten

Okay, so I borrowed a snatch from a movie title about a woman’s baseball team keeping the diamond percolating with energy during World War II. And Geena Davis did a superb job as the lead, but in all honesty, Murray … Continue reading →

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What “authentic” edition should a piano student use when learning repertoire of the Masters?

Posted on January 12, 2012 by arioso7: Shirley Kirsten

I’m thinking back to my ancient days studying with Lillian Freundlich in New York City. During this period, like any fledgling I relied on my teacher as an “authority” figure to recommend what Mozart Sonata edition, for example, I should … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Christmas in the vocal tradition (Video)

Posted on December 25, 2011 by arioso7: Shirley Kirsten

When it comes right down to it, musicians “sing” through their instruments, and pianists with generous polyphonic resources (many voices) will find the melody and flesh it out as the tour de force of a composition. On this special day … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Piano playing at its most inspirational level

A sentimental journey taken with Mozart

Fingering snarls in Mozart’s Allegretto, Sonata in C, K. 545 and suggested remedies from the experts

In the Piano Universe: Two You Tube Treasures not to miss!

Comparing performances of Mozart Sonata in C, K. 545, Movement 1, Allegro (Tempo, alone can make a big difference)

Piano Instruction: How to practice Mozart Sonata in A, K. 331, Variation 1 (Video)

The Most Heavenly Piano Music?

Murray Perahia, pianist, is in a league of his own! (Videos)

What “authentic” edition should a piano student use when learning repertoire of the Masters?

Celebrating Christmas in the vocal tradition (Video)

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