Don’t let this be a one-night stand piece but rather a long-term relationship. I dared to overnight it as prep for a new student who tossed it my way, but upon reflection, I sat down at the piano, and produced a two-part instruction. (both helpful to myself and those diving headlong into this “stormy” composition)
L’Orage is beautiful, but has its corny moments. Burgmuller may have realized he was into a tad of satire, given the warhorses of the time. Just the same it’s a “fun” piece worth the journey.
Fingering is pivotal, especially in transitions (first and second endings) And surprises (the unexpected) should be underscored. Keep a flexible wrist and use big energies beyond the fingers.
While “The Storm” appears on the surface to be a daredevil piece, by breaking it down into component parts, blocking or chunking, and noticing common tones, it becomes within reach. (Never fear a fast tempo, if you’re ultra-prepared in slow motion)
Rather than verbalize the essence of my instruction, here it is:
PART ONE
I’m having difficulty posting music with adequate dimensions for Word Press.
So the score is rolling through the following You Tube:
PART TWO
My Performance (REVISED)
