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Instructor
Yannick Lambrecht
Workshop
Intermediate
01:43:22

In this course, we’ll be learning and deconstructing Chopin’s Prelude in E Minor.

We’ll go phrase by phrase and learn the notes, fingering, and pedaling. We’ll also explore the dynamics, articulations, and mood. Finally, we’ll dig deep into what makes the melody interesting, how the harmony was created, and we’ll look at other pieces that use similar compositional forms.

Course Objectives
  • Learn the notes, fingering, and pedaling
  • Analyze the dynamics, articulation & harmony
  • Explore the emotional context
  • Discuss the life & influence of Chopin
Learning Focus
  • Analysis
  • Songs

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Excellent Delivery
This course has been delivered impeccably by Yannick, giving even a novice beginner the ability to follow along. All that is needed is patience and perseverance to learn, understand the harmonic concepts, and play through the whole piece from beginning to end. I really loved this course and the captivating piece itself.
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Excellent Delivery
This course has been delivered impeccably by Yannick, giving even a novice beginner the ability to follow along. All that is needed is patience and perseverance to learn, understand the harmonic concepts, and play through the whole piece from beginning to end. I really loved this course and the captivating piece itself.
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