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| Presentations, Lectures, and Master Classes |
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 Edna Golandsky
Artistic Director Edna Golandsky has been working with violinist Sophie Till to translate the Taubman Approach to string instruments. They have achieved remarkable results and found the Approach relevant not only for solutions to a few string-related problems, but for violin technique in its entirety. Their work has spurred a general movement towards the application of Taubman principles to other instruments as well. This summer, Edna and Sophie will explain and demonstrate their findings.  Read more about Artistic Director Edna Golandsky |
Applying the Taubman Approach to String Instruments
Sophie Till My experience applying the Taubman Approach to the violin has opened an entirely new world of technical and musical possibilities, and it has completely transformed my physical relationship to the instrument. I have never before come across a body of work that so thoroughly combines technique and music. As a result, my playing and teaching have been propelled to a new level. The Taubman Approach is revolutionary in its potential for string players!
String players are encouraged to register for the Symposium. They will participate in the same events as pianists, and Sophie will be giving them private lessons.
Read more about Sophie Till |
Pedaling in the Music of Chopin
John Bloomfield Chopin revolutionized piano music in many ways, including the use of the pedal. John Bloomfield's presentation will explore how a new style of writing required a new style of pedaling, will explain the confusion over pedal marks in early editions and will offer practical advice to help pianists bring Chopin’s vibrant music to life. Read more about faculty chair John Bloomfield |
Navigating the Waters of Ravel’s Ondine Robert Durso Robert Durso will give an in depth lecture/demonstration focused on the most difficult passages from Maurice Ravel’s masterpiece Ondine. The most intricate passages will be analyzed and demystified using the Taubman Approach. Innovative solutions and effective practice techniques will be presented to bring this piece within reach! Read more about faculty member Robert Durso |
Robert Schumann's Kinderszenen
Mary Moran Robert Schumann's Kinderszenen (Scenes from Childhood) op. 15 are beloved by pianists of all levels. Mary Moran will discuss how the Taubman Approach solves the musical, technical and rhythmic demands in these pieces, helping pianists produce the "wild imaginings and dreams" Schumann experienced while writing the set. Read more about faculty member Mary Moran |
Late Brahms Marc Steiner Marc Steiner will discuss and perform Four Pieces, op. 119, the final piano works of Johannes Brahms. Read more about faculty member Marc Steiner |
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Beethoven’s Late Bagatelles: Perfect Miniatures among Giants
 Luisa Guembes-Buchanan Beethoven’s Bagatelles op.119 and op.126 were completed in the same period that saw the creation of some of his greatest works – the late piano sonatas, the Diabelli Variations, the Ninth Symphony and the Missa Solemnis. Despite the fact that the Bagatelles have been rather neglected, the genre always interested Beethoven. Their apparent simplicity is misleading, for they embody the elements of his compositional genius and, from the musical standpoint, are inextricably bound to his late masterpieces. Read more about Luisa Guembes-Buchanan |
Piano Duets
Alan Wasserman Alan Wasserman will discuss the joys and advantages of duet playing and the fun of “monster concerts” for students and their teachers. Taubman principles will be applied to beginning and intermediate duets. Read more about Alan Wasserman |
Piano Care & Maintenance
Mark Love Proper care and maintenance will improve the performance and lifetime of your piano. Mark Love, Senior Vice President of Jacobs Music Company, will discuss myriad factors that impact a piano’s touch, tone, tuning stability and power. Read more about Mark Love |
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Taubman Approach in Jazz and Improvisation
 Ron Stabinsky Ron Stabinsky will lead participants through an exploration of Taubman principles as a means of facilitating the practice and performance of jazz and improvisation. The basic material of the Taubman Approach will be demonstrated through the analysis of transcriptions and commonly used musical figures. Participants are strongly encouraged to notate problematic passages from their own work in order to maximize the benefits of attending this exciting series of interactive workshops. Read more about Ron Stabinsky |
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Computers
Edna Golandsky, Artistic Director, will demonstrate how correct motion is central to curing and preventing computer-related injuries. |
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