Topic: Portato

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January 25, 2023
Marche Militaire

Schubert’s Three Marches Militaires were originally written for piano 4-hands (not a 4-handed pianist!). The first one is the most famous, and definitely the best!

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January 25, 2023
Lament in D minor

This lilting lament is a lovely duet for two violins … it’s also great for practising string crossings, producing syncopated rhythms, and playing in 3rd position!

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January 25, 2023
Andante Cantabile - Symphony No. 5 - Tchaikovsky

The second movement of Symphony No.5 is a beautiful example of Tchaikovsky's music – colourful, expressive, beautifully orchestrated and melodically memorable!

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January 25, 2023
Schubert - Rosamunde

Franz Schubert originally wrote this theme to accompany a play called 'Rosamunde'. It's now more famous as the second movement of his 13th String Quartet!

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January 25, 2023
Potato Portato

'Portato' is when the notes within a slur are rearticulated in order to create a smooth pulsing effect. Tricky? Don’t worry … Mr Potato's portato piece is here to help!

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March 25, 2022
Marche Militaire

Schubert’s Three Marches Militaires were originally written for piano 4-hands (not a 4-handed pianist!). The first one is the most famous, and definitely the best!

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