Well, I guess I am being lazy for asking here...To be honest, I was a bit overwhelmed by the plethora of choices I can make.These "fundamental" genres of music are not what I am interested in learning at the moment, so all the selections seem equally appealing and unappealing. Nevertheless, I do realize that having them in my rep. is crucial for my development and success.As for my stylistic weaknesses or inexperience, it's hard to say what they are...I did receive a fairly well-rounded training, which gave me exposure to variety of styles. It's just that I have been entertaining myself with things like Kapustin and La Campanella, while my peers were painstakingly working on their Bach P&Fs and Beethoven Sonatas.Having said that, I mainly wanted to know which pieces (out of the aformentioned genres) are considered "staples" for serious pianists since I have no real preference as to what to choose. Don't get me wrong, I did my listening homework. I just wanted a narrower spectrum of pieces I can decide from.
Bach preludes and fugues get you used to contrapuntal playing.Mozart sonatas develop a very light and fluid touch.Chopin ballades are the ultimate test of musicality.Debussy gets you exposed to harmonies you didn't think existed, and textures that are strange.I can't say for the 20th century work, since you haven't listed anything.
Having said that, I mainly wanted to know which pieces (out of the aformentioned genres) are considered "staples" for serious pianists since I have no real preference as to what to choose. Don't get me wrong, I did my listening homework. I just wanted a narrower spectrum of pieces I can decide from.
Topic: Core Repertoire Rec's 