Chopin Prelude Op. 28 G# Minor (No. 13)

[daggenhurstfan]

Hello All,

I was looking for some input on what you guys do in the left hand here..

Usually i try to use 4 on as many black note octaves as possible, but here, with the frequent leaps in the left hand part and the formidable tempo required for a standard interpretation, i've found that it's easier to get back forth using 5.

How do you all do this? Is it common for you to make black note octaves leaps with the pinky rather tan ring finger at faster tempi?

[jlskiles]

Yes, use a five there. Using a four would require you to either move your hand slightly farther or stretch your hand more (unnecessary strain at fast tempos can cause tension and lead to injuries) so it would be best if you got used to landing the fifth finger on the black notes. At faster tempos you can't waste any time with extra movement.

[daggenhurstfan]

Yes, use a five there. Using a four would require you to either move your hand slightly farther or stretch your hand more (unnecessary strain at fast tempos can cause tension and lead to injuries) so it would be best if you got used to landing the fifth finger on the black notes. At faster tempos you can't waste any time with extra movement.

Thanks for the insight, definitely interesting to see how technique must change at quicker tempi