Baroque Mini Challenge 
Hey fellow toneBuddies!! 
We will have an insightful live stream roundtable discussion featuring some of the most renowned experts in the Baroque and Renaissance music (learn more about that here: 
). To keep the spirit of these incredible eras alive and flourishing, we thought it would be a fantastic idea to create a mini community challenge for all of you to participate in!
The Challenge:
We invite you to record and upload a video of yourself playing a piece from the Baroque or Renaissance era. We want to see your passion and skill while you bring these timeless compositions to life.
How to participate:
Record a video of yourself performing a Baroque or Renaissance piece.
- Upload your video to your preferred platform (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo, etc.).
- Share the link to your video in the comments section below.
- Feel free to add a brief description of the piece you chose and why you love it.
Interact and engage:
Don't forget to check out the performances of your fellow toneBuddies! Show your support by leaving comments, constructive feedback, and appreciation for their efforts. Let's encourage each other to improve and enjoy the beauty of these historical eras.
Reward:
There's no specific prize for this challenge, but it's an opportunity to showcase your talent, receive feedback, and connect with like-minded music lovers. Who knows? You might even make some new friends along the way!
Need inspiration?
Can't make it to the live stream roundtable discussion that inspired this challenge, don't worry! The stream will be recorded, you can rewatch it at any time!
Ready, set, play!
We can't wait to see your incredible Baroque and Renaissance performances. Let's keep the spirit of these eras alive and thriving in our community!
Happy playing, everyone! 
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Here's the Bach Prelude 998, transcribed by Frank Koonce. Next challenge, memorization.
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Marilyn Blodget I love it, you are so gifted!
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Stefanie Mosburger-Dalz Thank you Stephanie. If I have a gift, I think it’s that I love learning - especially music.
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Marilyn Blodget Great to see you playing this Prelude - very comfortable in your hands and I like the tempo/pulse you bring to it. Brava!
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Rick Lord Thanks Rick!
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Marilyn Blodget This prelude flows beautifully under your fingers, bravo Marilyn
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Blaise Laflamme Thank you Blaise!
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I have this old one done a few years ago Prelude from 4th lute suite by S.L. Weiss, I have since heard it done a bit slower. I will probably redo it later in the year.
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Michael Shirk Lovely, Michael! I do think it would sound better a bit slower.
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Michael Shirk Very nicely played Michael. If this is an older recording, I look forward to seeing a current update to compare and see how it has evolved. Thanks for posting it!
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Michael Shirk Beautiful, Michael. This is an unfamiliar Weiss Prelude to me. I will look into it, thanks.
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Michael Shirk great music! good playing
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Michael Shirk Beautiful! I really enjoyed your playing! It’s a lovely piece.
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Jack Stewart Thanks Jack, it's in RCM book 6
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Michael Shirk Well played Michael, thank you for sharing this Weiss Prelude, like Jack this is new music to me.
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Villanos - Gaspar Sanz
At first, I thought I would skip this month's challenge because I was practicing Gaspar Sanz's music recently. But when I opened my email box this morning and saw "Baroque Mini Challenge", I was so happy and made a quick recording immediately, hope you guys like it.
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Wai I love that so much, Wai! I think Sanz is the king of the baroque guitar repertoire. His music always makes me feel like I’m a guest at the Royal court. Lovely sound, and well executed trills.
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Wai Beautiful Wai! When I hear this I immediately think of Joaquín Rodrigo's Fantasia para un gentilhombr ( Concierto), which are variations based on this Gaspar Sanz piece. Love it!!
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Wai That is great, Wai. I really like the duet with your cat. I had the same experience as Barney and immediately was reminded of Rodrigo's Gentilhombre Concerto.
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Wai this music has such a power!
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Eric Phillips Thanks, Eric. Yes, I totally agree with you, Sanz's music is magical, his music can really bring you back in time to feel the atmosphere of that era (although I don't know what the atmosphere of that era is
). For me, the most magical thing is after a few hundred years, his music is being played on the other side of the world by a small potato like me, a true universal heritage! -
Barney Jack Stewart Thanks, Barney & Jack! I have never heard of Rodrigo's Gentilhombre Concerto, I will definitely find it on youtube later. Thanks for always introducing great music to me, I would not have known about Sanz's music if I hadn't joined this community, thank you.
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Stefanie Mosburger-Dalz Thanks, Stefanie. Yes, Sanz's music is magical!
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Wai I agree with everything you said here, except one thing: you're no small potato! You are a very gifted and dedicated musician.
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Wai Beautiful Wai! Lovely tone, clear phrasing. A very enjoyable performance!
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Wai I'm sure you will like the Concierto. Enjoy!!
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End of the Year Challenge: Finish Strong!
