Anton Schmoll - Studies and Study-Pieces [21 Etudes]

1) The score 2) Published in 1899 3) Timestamps with interesting practical remarks of the composer: 0:00 Storm and Sunshine. Play the first and last parts in an emphatic, severe manner. The chords demand strong accents. The middle part requires a sonorous, somewhat pathetic style. The left hand figure work needs special practice. 2:03 Columbine. Valse Brillante. The principal phrases commence after the second beat, which will demand elasticity and accuracy. In the second part, contrast well the short phrases with the brillant runs. 2:58 Air from "Sonata in D" by Haydn. (random?). This is a fragment from one of Haydn&best known Sonatas. It is most valuable as a study in delicate phrasing. Play the closing with vigor and enthusiasm. 3:38 Merry Companions. Quolibet. Brightness and good humor should distinguish the study. To do this, this contrast between the legato and staccato notes is indispensable. The wrist should be held loosely, and the accents strongly marked. 4:31 In May. Attack each chord with vigor and precision. Let one hand follow the other in exact time. In the middle part, press the melody so that it sings, and let the left hand accompaniment be played with ease and sureness. 6:33 The Butterflies. Papillons. Phrasing and legato are again the principal features to be attained. When crossing the right hand over the left, no time must be lost. Notice carefully the marks of light and shade. 7:33 Guitar. Air de Cithare. This is a study in the...