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The first movement of Beethoven's Sonata in E Minor, Op. 90, is one of his most intensely concentrated creations. To travel deeper into its world, join acclaimed American pianist Daniel Shapiro for a profoundly insightful lesson on this sonata's mysteries and challenges.<br><br>From the dynamic oppositions in the first theme to the understated, despairing final bars, Shapiro sheds light on what makes this movement so dramatic and tightly constructed. He addresses topics as diverse as phrasing and articulation, interpreting Beethoven's expressive markings, motivic unity, rhythmic structure, voicing, and how to practice all of the above. In every case, his technical advice is always inextricably linked with musical intentions. Last but not least, he even reveals a note that Beethoven intended but was unknown until recently.
Sonata in E Minor, Op. 90 – 1st Movement
The first movement of Beethoven's Sonata in E Minor, Op. 90, is one of his most intensely concentrated creations. To travel deeper into its world, join acclaimed American pianist Daniel Shapiro for a profoundly insightful lesson on this sonata's mysteries and challenges.
From the dynamic oppositions in the first theme to the understated, despairing final bars, Shapiro sheds light on what makes this movement so dramatic and tightly constructed. He addresses topics as diverse as phrasing and articulation, interpreting Beethoven's expressive markings, motivic unity, rhythmic strucure, voicing, and how to practice all of the above. In every case, his technical advice is always inextricably linked with musical intentions. Last but not least, he even reveals a note that Beethoven intended but was unknown until recently.
Sonata in E Minor, Op. 90 – 2nd Movement
In complete contrast to the terse, edgy first movement, the second movement of Beethoven's Sonata in E Minor, Op. 90, is among the most sweetly lyrical of his sonata movements, and certainly the most Schubertian. Join American pianist Daniel Shapiro for ideas to make your interpretation natural and engaging.
This movement is sometimes considered "problematic" due to its frequent repetition of the main theme, but Shapiro brings the idea of achieving higher and higher states of acceptance and transcendence. Every nuance of phrasing, touch, and timing is directed towards this lofty goal. Through close attention to changes in the music and one's own emotional state on stage, Shapiro guides you toward a performance that will carry the listener's attention from start to finish.
He also addresses differences between various editions, including the one by his grandteacher, the great Artur Schnabel.
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