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Jean-Yves Thibaudet
In this lesson Jean-Yves Thibaudet explores the most beloved prelude Debussy composed, the "Girl with the Flaxen Hair." Audiences instantly recognize the soft, caressing opening theme, which requires exquisite touch and sensitivity. Timing is crucial to this music, and as Thibaudet demonstrates, one must careful observe the durations Debussy wrote – even when they are counterintuitive – to achieve the most sublime effects. Thibaudet shows how he uses all three pedals and controls his dynamics to create an intimate portrait of innocence and beauty.
The Girl with the Flaxen Hair
In this lesson Jean-Yves Thibaudet explores the most beloved Prelude Debussy composed, the "Girl with the flaxen hair." Audiences instantly recognize the soft, caressing opening theme, which requires exquisite touch and sensitivity. Timing is crucial to this music, and as Thibaudet demonstrates, one must careful observe the durations Debussy wrote – even when they are counterintuitive – to achieve the most sublime effects. Thibaudet shows how he uses all three pedals and controls his dynamics to create an intimate portrait of innocence and beauty.
The Girl with the Flaxen Hair (Performance)
In this video, Jean-Yves Thibaudet treats you to a performance of Debussy's "The girl with the flaxen hair."
Recording Debussy's Preludes
In this bonus interview segment, Jean-Yves Thibaudet shares the story of his recording career with Decca, and the making of his complete Debussy Preludes record.
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