Category Archives: Domenico Scarlatti Sonata in C K. 159

Trills and Domenico Scarlatti (Video)

Posted on October 22, 2011 by

In a separate writing about crossed hands, large leaps, and other keyboard acrobatics, I’d discussed trills which permeate Domenico Scarlatti’s music. Perhaps these precious ornaments evoked the gypsy wails in the surrounding Madrid countryside, or they were part of the … Continue reading →

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Piano Technique: Forearm and finger emphasized staccato (Videos)

Posted on October 22, 2011 by

More often than not, pianists acquire insights about piano technique through self-exploration and analysis. (trial and error attempts) Others have had mentors who demonstrated physical approaches to the piano that paved a learning path for the next generation of students. … Continue reading →

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