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Topic: Debussy - D'un cahier d'esquisses  (Read 5670 times)

Offline andhow04

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Debussy - D'un cahier d'esquisses
on: July 06, 2010, 01:35:26 PM
this is from a concert a couple of weeks ago.  here is the whole program:

Medtner - two fairy tales, op.20
Quentin Kim - Sonata in g# minor
Franck - Prelude, Chorale n Fugue
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Debussy - Masques / D'un cahier d'esquisses / L'isle joyeuse
Bartok - Musiques nocturnes
Messiaen - petites esquisses d'oiseaux
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Re: Debussy - D'un cahier d'esquisses
Reply #1 on: July 09, 2010, 01:51:58 AM
Hi anyhow,

I loved this performance of "D'un cahier d'esquisses".  I recall several months ago when you had not quite mastered the piece.  This lovely rendition is certainly polished and convincing.  Fine playing! 
Interpreting music means exploring the promise of the potential of possibilities.

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Re: Debussy - D'un cahier d'esquisses
Reply #2 on: July 14, 2010, 05:39:10 AM
Very good, Andhow. :)
He was not of an age, but for all time.

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Re: Debussy - D'un cahier d'esquisses
Reply #3 on: July 16, 2010, 02:27:09 AM
thanks - a beautiful piece in the black keys!

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Re: Debussy - D'un cahier d'esquisses
Reply #4 on: July 16, 2010, 05:29:28 AM
Beautiful.  Very fine control of tone and sound that creates a magical atmosphere.  Love your varied and eclectic choice of programme, as well.

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Re: Debussy - D'un cahier d'esquisses
Reply #5 on: July 26, 2010, 06:18:39 PM
Beautiful.  Very fine control of tone and sound that creates a magical atmosphere.  Love your varied and eclectic choice of programme, as well.

thanks, wait till you see my next program.... ! :)
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