Etude Op. 50, No. 21
Louise Farrenc
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SearchTitle
Etude Op. 50, No. 21
Composer
Collection
Year
1863
Instrumentation
Solo Piano
Key Signature
Time Signature
# of Measures
34
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Teaching Tips
Hands Separate Practice,
Highlight Dynamic Contrasts,
Highlight the Contrast in Articulation,
Play Small Segments,
Slow Practice,
Work on Bringing Out the Bouncy Character With a Light, Nimble Touch