Simplicity
Back in high school, I had a debate/argument with a friend: Is it possible to have a melody made of a single pitch. He was adamant that it wasn’t possible, a melody requires contour otherwise it would simply be a rhythmic pattern. I argued a melody only needs to be able to communicate an idea, […]
Performer’s Intent
As I hope you already know, the Iwakis and I are planning on giving a short recital this upcoming Saturday. We’ll be playing five pieces for Violin, Cello, and Piano, and one piece for Cello and Piano. I’d like to take a moment to discuss the main piece we will be playing. Beethoven’s Piano Trio […]