Taught by renowned pianist
Evan Shinners
Join Bach-specialist Evan Shinners for a look at the up-beat and energetic Prelude in D Minor, BWV 875 – one of the more approachable works from Book Two of the Well-Tempered Clavier.<br><br>This Prelude exists in an earlier version, which Shinners plays through for comparison purposes. Knowing how Bach updated and improved the work can help shape your interpretation, as can understanding what D minor represented in Bach. Shinners offers historically-informed guidance on matters of tempo, ornamentation, and articulation, and demonstrates how to choreograph some of the trickier passagework on a modern piano. He ends with a walk-through of the work, breaking down the technical and musical challenges in each phrase.
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Unlock Course →Known for his unceasing devotion to the music of J.S. Bach, Yamaha Artist Evan Shinners has received widespread acclaim for his innovative and daring artistry.
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