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Re: WEEK 4: Fernando Sor for Everyone!!
@Andre Bernier Thanks Andre!
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1 yr ago
Fernando Sor Challenge
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Re: WEEK 4: Fernando Sor for Everyone!!
@Jim King Thank you Jim!
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Marilyn
1 yr ago
Fernando Sor Challenge
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Re: WEEK 4: Fernando Sor for Everyone!!
@Jack Stewart Wow! I loved your performance of these great studies, Jack. Living with old friends is so comfortable, even if we haven’t had a heart to heart in awhile.…
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Marilyn
1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 4: Fernando Sor for Everyone!!
@Jack Stewart Thank you Jack! It is a steep mountain to climb, but I’ve learned a lot along the way.
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Marilyn
1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 4: Fernando Sor for Everyone!!
@Rick Lord Thanks Rick. I first looked at this piece over 40 years ago. I would work on it a bit from time to time, but it wasn’t until Jason suggested some fingering changes and practice techniques…
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Marilyn
1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 4: Fernando Sor for Everyone!!
@Nijwm Bwiswmuthiary Thank you Nijwm
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1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 4: Fernando Sor for Everyone!!
@Eric Phillips Thank you, Eric!
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Marilyn
1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 4: Fernando Sor for Everyone!!
@Wai Thank you so much, Wai! I’m glad you enjoyed it.
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1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 4: Fernando Sor for Everyone!!
Fernando Sor Op. 9 Variations on a Theme from Mozart's Magic Flute I enjoyed waking this one up from a Rip Van Winkle sleep. These challenges are a great way to review old,…
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Marilyn
1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 4: Fernando Sor for Everyone!!
@Eric Phillips Charming miniatures. I wonder if he wrote them for his students. An audio timeline of his compositions would be very interesting. There is a great 3 part biography of Sor by Lou…
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1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 4: Fernando Sor for Everyone!!
@Nijwm Bwiswmuthiary Lovely Nijwm. This flows beautifully, except for the extended time you take in between 8 measure sections. They should continue flowing into each other.…
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1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 4: Fernando Sor for Everyone!!
@Eric Phillips What a lovely, meditative piece! Beautiful tone and singing melody. Well done, Eric. I can tell this speaks to you.
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Marilyn
1 yr ago
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I play a 1969 Ramirez 1A, 664 mm scale, that I bought at the Ramirez shop in Madrid in 1969. It was built by the legendary luthier, MT (Mariano Tezanos Castro) who built most of the Ramirez guitars…
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1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 2: Diving Deep into Sor's Style!
@Nijwm Bwiswmuthiary My Dad did not pursue music as a career, but played for special occasions, and for local community dances. But his love for playing and listening to classical music was a…
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1 yr ago
Fernando Sor Challenge
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Re: WEEK 2: Diving Deep into Sor's Style!
@Nijwm Bwiswmuthiary I started learning classical guitar as an adult. I think I’ve finally learned how to practice and enjoy the journey. I often begin my practice with the hard parts—often the end…
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1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 2: Diving Deep into Sor's Style!
@Nijwm Bwiswmuthiary This is flowing nicely! Your phrasing has direction, and I enjoy your dynamics. You may want to do even more.
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Marilyn
1 yr ago
Fernando Sor Challenge
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Re: WEEK 2: Diving Deep into Sor's Style!
@Eric Phillips A very interesting variation. Nice job bringing out the melody in all its iterations.
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Marilyn
1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 2: Diving Deep into Sor's Style!
@Rick Lord Another lovely jewel! It’s interesting to observe your approach to learning it. It will be fun to see where it is in another couple of weeks.
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1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 2: Diving Deep into Sor's Style!
@Wai Nicely done, Wai. I look forward to hearing more!
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1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 1: Exploring Sor's Music!
@Nijwm Bwiswmuthiary Jose Merlin wrote a lovely piece based on Sor’s Study in B Minor that can be played with it as a duet: Otono en El Escorial. There are some interesting performances of it on…
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Marilyn
1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 1: Exploring Sor's Music!
@Nijwm Bwiswmuthiary Nicely done Nijmegen! I really enjoyed hearing you play the Study in B minor. It’s always been one of my favorites.
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Marilyn
1 yr ago
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@Andre Bernier Wow! What a difference with nails! One nail care tool I use is a set of micro mesh sanding cloths (1800 -12,000 grit) available from www.micro-surface.com, or Amazon.…
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1 yr ago
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Re: WEEK 1: Exploring Sor's Music!
@Eric Phillips So nice to see and hear your beautiful music again Eric! It hasn’t been the same around here without you! I found the historical context very interesting. Thank you for hopping back on.
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Re: WEEK 1: Exploring Sor's Music!
@Rick Lord Hi Rick! So nice to see you again. I always enjoy your posts. The Sor Andante is off to a fine start. It’s nice to see how you approach a new piece.
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1 yr ago
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Re: Week 4: Classical Crescendos
@Jack Stewart that was marvelous Jack! I really enjoyed your interpretation!
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Marilyn
1 yr ago
Transcription Challenge
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I began studying piano as a child and added classical guitar as a young adult. While teaching and raising a family, I always have found time for music in my life. I enjoy the challenge and the connection.
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