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RE: Shifrin masterclass

Author: HAT
Date: 2002-07-25 02:34

First, you have to decide why you want to play in the class. Do you want to show off or do you want to learn something? This is a legitimate question that only you can answer.

Martino Set is not a great choice for a masterclass unless the person giving the class knows the piece well and plays it often (and has worked on it with the composer, like Charles Neidich has). I have no idea whether Shifrin plays the piece. Certainly he knows of it.

Now if there is something you like about Shifrin's playing (for me personally, I like his legato and his phrasing) and would like him to help you learn, pick a piece that embodies that. . .especially if he knows the work. Rose etudes are often very good choices for this reason.

Obviously Rose etudes are not what you want to play to show off, but maybe you would rather learn something than show off. Again, only you can make that call.

Sounds like a good opportunity.

David Hattner, NYC
www.northbranchrecords.com

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