We enjoyed a fine afternoon of music at Adrian’s, and some welcome indoor respite from the hot summer temperatures. Nine intrepid pianists showed up for an afternoon of music merriment. It was a performance day with no Baroque pieces - time to start working on your Bach and Handel!
The 'most popular composer' competition was a tight battle between an 'oldie' and a newcomer. Beethoven streaked out to a large early lead. But, Gershwin made a determined effort to catch. With the last piece for the afternoon, Gershwin came up one piece short (3 vs 4). So, the winner of this month's award is: Ludwig von Beethoven.
The 'most popular composer' competition was a tight battle between an 'oldie' and a newcomer. Beethoven streaked out to a large early lead. But, Gershwin made a determined effort to catch. With the last piece for the afternoon, Gershwin came up one piece short (3 vs 4). So, the winner of this month's award is: Ludwig von Beethoven.
Round 1:
# | Performer | Work |
---|---|---|
1. | Gregory | Adieu to the Piano, by L. von Beethoven |
2. | Jackie | Rondino, by Antonio Diabelli |
3. | Gordon | Piano Sonata No. 31, 4th Mov Fuga, Op. 110, by L. von Beethoven |
4. | Caryn | Piano Concerto in G Major, 2nd Mov Adagio assai, by M. Ravel |
5. | Jeff | Etude Tableaux Op. 33 No. 8, by S. Rachmaninoff |
6. | Sachie | Swan from the Zoo in the Sky, by K. Tanaka |
7. | David | Summertime, by G. Gershwin, arr. Mercuzio |
8. | Jane | Prelude No. 2, by G. Gershwin |
9. | Adrian | Piano Sonata #17 Op. 31 No. 2, 1st Mov, by L. von Beethoven |
Round 2:
# | Performer | Work |
---|---|---|
1. | Adrian | Piano Sonata #17 Op. 31 No. 2 (The Tempest), 3rd Mov, by L. von Beethoven |
2. | Jeff | Preludes Op. 11 No. 10 and Op. 17 No. 3, by A. Scriabin |
3. | Gordon | Prelude Op. 13 No. 5, by A. Scriabin |
4. | Sachie | Fantaisie-Impromptu, Op. 66, by F. Chopin |
5. | Caryn | Standchen, by F. Schubert |
6. | David | My Heart Will Go On, by James Horner, arr. Dietmar Steinhauer |
7. | Jane | Prelude No. 3, by G. Gershwin |