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Martijn

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Mily Balakirev

on: May 05, 2002, 03:38:17 PM

Hi everyone,

I'm studying Balakirev's piano sonata in b-flat minor. Has anyone recordings, instructions or other information on (performing) this piece?

Greetz,

Martijn

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e60m5

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Re: Mily Balakirev

Reply #1 on: March 07, 2003, 04:55:58 AM

Sorry, can't help you with the Sonata.

The only Balakirev I've played is the Islamey Oriental Fantasy... but I intend to explore more of his repertoire as I get older (I'm 15, I got time...)

Good luck with it! It must be a monster, knowing his other stuff...

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rachfan

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Re: Mily Balakirev

Reply #2 on: March 08, 2003, 03:13:33 AM

I like the Balakirev sonata a lot, but have not attempted to play it. Was just looking for my CD, but can't find it (must get them better organized!) I know though that the pianist is Ronald Smith, a Balakirev proponent. He does a very fine job with the sonata, and I can recommend his recording.

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