Taught by renowned violinist
Mann-Wen Lo
Despite its name, Seitz's fifth concerto provides ample material to challenge the ambitious violinist. Mann-Wen Lo, a professor at the University of Houston, discusses each section in detail, demonstrates her ideas with gusto (along with pianist Evan Solomon), and provides a few supplementary exercises to enhance your practice session.
I. Allegro moderato
For her lesson on the first movement, Mann-Wen Lo discusses how arm weight enables us to achieve the right articulation at the first entrance. She goes on to discuss supplementary exercises for bouncing strokes, string crossings, and more. She moves thoughtfully through each section of the piece, providing tips on technique and musical interpretation.
II. Andante cantabile
The second movement builds on many of the same technical ideas as the first movement. Mann-Wen Lo continues her discussion on phrasing and bow speed, while stressing the importance of pacing.
III. Rondo: Allegretto
The light and playful third movement is a case study in crisp articulation. Mann-Wen Lo explores how to make the precarious double stops speak, and suggests some fingerings that make them more manageable.
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Unlock Course →Mann-Wen Lo is a renowned multi-genre chamber musician, having performed with some of the top classical quartets (Juilliard String Quartet, Takacs Quartet) as well as banjo player Béla Fleck and ukulele star Jake Shimabukuro, among others. She is currently a professor at the University of Houston.
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