Preparing Parts Part 2: An Exercise in PerspectiveIn part 1 I took a broad view on the topic of performance parts. Here, in the second post on the subject, I'll review the unique...
Movement IIMuch like my commentary on the third movement, I'll keep it succinct. Movement II is a scherzo. It is short, fast, and perverse...
Movement IIIThat last one was lengthy! To complement that here is the third movement with minimal commentary. While I don't have too much to say, I...
The Big ArcI am big on buildups. Don't get me wrong; I love sensuous textures, visceral rhythms, and other elements that instantly engage a...