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Hey guys, i've recently heard a recording of it and someone told me that the piece was very difficult, however I can't figure out why... could someone please tell me?
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No, I can't tell you why, because what may be difficult for me may not be difficult for you and vice versa. Figure it out for yourself.
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Hey guys, i've recently heard a recording of it and someone told me that the piece was very difficult, however I can't figure out why... could someone please tell me?
Play it, learn it, and discover for yourself whether you find it difficult or not. That's the way to answer your question!
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I'm just asking on why it is difficult before I try it out...
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I'm just asking on why it is difficult before I try it out... But why would not knowing other's answers prevent you from trying it out and finding out for yourself based on your own skills and/or limitations? Regards,
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Either he's thinking of the B minor Book I, or he's trying to scare you for no good reason. Try it.
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Its part of Trinity's Licentiate Syllabus; so its a pretty tough one, I'd say. I've just completed learning it. The prelude is fun! Its very rhythmic, governed by lovely motives. The 3-part fugue is harder: its got a long subject, which needs to be spelled out clearly (its not that easy each time; especially when it is in the Middle Voice.
Overall, I really enjoy playing this piece. Its a dance form and its very charming.
The prelude is quite simple, but the fugue requires little more technical/musical command.
Hope this helps!
PS: Listen to Angela Hewitt's recording on youtube
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