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Originally conceived as “studies” to improve playing, etudes have evolved into works that combine technical challenge with artistic depth. Join cello faculty member and chamber music co-chair Vasily Popov and composition chair Evan Meier for an afternoon of music and conversation, centered on the art of the cello etude.
Highlights:
- Explore the history of the etude as it developed from a study tool into concert repertoire, along with evolving performance practices on the cello.
- Deepen your listening skills by understanding how melody, harmony, rhythm, structure, and style shape these works.
- Gain insight into the technical and artistic demands of performance.
- Explore how etudes shape a performer’s growth at different stages of study.
Featuring live performances by Vasily Popov and his students, this event offers a window into the inner workings of both the practice room and the concert stage. Featuring works by Kummer, Dotzauer, Piatti, Popper, Romberg, Davidoff, and more.
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