Eleven enthusiastic pianists showed up at Jeff's new condo for an afternoon of fun. We all got to enjoy the wonderful view across the Ottawa River and over to the Gatineau Park. Then, we had the chance to play Jeff's newly renovated Steinway - a real treat.
The music played was 'epic' in scope - the first round lasted nearly 90 minutes. We had sonatas, a violin sonata with pre-recorded violin solo part (thanks to Sachie's daughter) and a range of romantic era pieces. We also welcomed first time member Perry.
The race for the most popular composer was very exciting this month. Debussy took an early lead with a strong sprint off the starting line, only to be tied in the mid-race by Schubert who pulled into the lead by the end of the first round. However, Scriabin saved the best for last, making a strong closing run to tie Schubert for the lead at the finish line with three performances each. Unfortunately, the final performance of a piece by Scriabin was disqualified from counting since it constituted a third round of performance. So, this month, the coveted prize will be shared by F. Schubert and A. Scriabin.
The music played was 'epic' in scope - the first round lasted nearly 90 minutes. We had sonatas, a violin sonata with pre-recorded violin solo part (thanks to Sachie's daughter) and a range of romantic era pieces. We also welcomed first time member Perry.
The race for the most popular composer was very exciting this month. Debussy took an early lead with a strong sprint off the starting line, only to be tied in the mid-race by Schubert who pulled into the lead by the end of the first round. However, Scriabin saved the best for last, making a strong closing run to tie Schubert for the lead at the finish line with three performances each. Unfortunately, the final performance of a piece by Scriabin was disqualified from counting since it constituted a third round of performance. So, this month, the coveted prize will be shared by F. Schubert and A. Scriabin.
Round 1:
| # | Performer | Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Gregory (duet) | Serenade, by F. Schubert |
| 2. | Gordon | Sonata #14 K457, 3rd mvt, by W.A. Mozart |
| 3. | Christopher | Claire de Lune, by C. Debussy |
| 4. | Nick | Prelude Book 1, #10: La cathedrale englouti, by C. Debussy |
| 5. | Sachie | The Prophet Bird Op. 82 #7, by R. Schumann |
| 6. | David | Sheep May Safely Graze, by J.S. Bach, transcribed by Mary Howe, SoundCloud recording of David playing this piece is here |
| 7. | Janice S. | Moment Musical #2, by F. Schubert |
| 7. | Adrian | Three KlavierstückeD946,#2, by F. Schubert |
| 9. | Perry | Prelude Op. 23 #5 (in G Minor), by S. Rachmaninoff |
| 10. | Jeff | Preludes Op 17 #3 and Op. 11 #10, by A. Scriabin |
| 11. | Erin | Sonata in D+, Hoboken XVI:24 (all movements), by F. J. Haydn |
Round 2:
| # | Performer | Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Adrian | Sonata 18, “the Hunt”,1st movement, by L. V. Beethoven |
| 2. | Gregory | I’m in the Mood for Love, by Jimmy McHugh |
| 3. | Sachie | Violin sonata in D+,mvnt 2 (Fugato) (with violin recording), by Anonymous arr. By Kathleen Wood |
| 4. | Gordon | Prelude Op 17 #6, by A. Scriabin |
| 5. | David | Plaisir d’Amour, by J.P. Martini, transcribed by R. Strobl |
| 6. | Jeff | Prelude Op. 11 #12, by A. Scriabin |
| 7 | Gordon | Prelude Op. 17 #13, by A. Scriabin |
