@bartje11 It is the "Nit Picks" that are the most important. Of course, he would have been much nicer to give more detail as to why he did not like them. But it is the little bits in a piece that stick out that are some of the most difficult parts to master.
My guess as to what this user was reffering to was the fact that the scales were uneven in the beginning section.
@thegreatapologist Nit pickers are the ones who want to but can't. There is nothing else left for them to do than to criticize. True musicians wouldn't comment or even bother. Are you a musician?
@bartje11 Yes, I am a pianist. And while in this case the critic was wrong (the numbers above the scales indicate an uneven note time) that doesn't mean that "nitpicks" aren't important. If you have that one interpretive error thats a "nitpick" to point out, that doesn't mean that the piece couldn't be better. Just try to take the criticism and learn from it. What do you think a piano teacher does? He has to point out what you're doing wrong if you are to do it right!
@thegreatapologist Well, you are talking to the choir. My question is: when is a piece perfect in your opinion? Is that even possible? There is ALWAYS room for improvement every pianist knows that darned well. I am sure Mr. Alston is fully aware of that, and doesn't need any "nit-pickers" to tell him that. Furthermore I took the time and energy to up-load this great music not to have it wasted by know it alls and smart alecs. I do this out of love for great music, where there is no room for:
@bartje11 When is a piece perfect? Never. Does that mean that their shouldn't be some negative criticism? Well, no, although positive criticize is always nice.
@thegreatapologist Positive criticism? Only when you can do it better yourself. Then I will listen. Otherwise forget it. No way José! How old are you if I may ask?
@bartje11 16. And I'm not giving an criticism, simply saying that you should take it. If an uneducated or little educated person can see a problem, then it probably means that some work is needed. (Unless they are just wrong, as in this case) Remember, when you play a piece, its for the people, not the highbrows. If anything, I would check my playing against them first.
And I don't subscribe to the experience Ad Hominem. Just because someone doesn't have experience doesn't mean they're wrong.
@thegreatapologist You forget that the un-educated, as you say it, only likes or dislikes a piece of music. They will never wonder why and what it is they don't like or like. Semi-intellectuals on the other hand are the worst. They pretend, criticize and are always desperate to show off their (limited) knowledge. The best teachers don't criticize but teach by modeling and coaching. The problem will correct itself. Kindness goes a far way!!! Remember this!! I am giving you a free lesson!
I think this is beautiful.
whateverfin 3 weeks ago
NEGATIVITY. HELLO!!!
bartje11 1 year ago
@xiangyik Look at the little numbers above the scales. They are supposed to be played unevenly.
thegreatapologist 1 year ago
@bartje11 It is the "Nit Picks" that are the most important. Of course, he would have been much nicer to give more detail as to why he did not like them. But it is the little bits in a piece that stick out that are some of the most difficult parts to master.
My guess as to what this user was reffering to was the fact that the scales were uneven in the beginning section.
thegreatapologist 1 year ago
@thegreatapologist Nit pickers are the ones who want to but can't. There is nothing else left for them to do than to criticize. True musicians wouldn't comment or even bother. Are you a musician?
bartje11 1 year ago
@bartje11 Yes, I am a pianist. And while in this case the critic was wrong (the numbers above the scales indicate an uneven note time) that doesn't mean that "nitpicks" aren't important. If you have that one interpretive error thats a "nitpick" to point out, that doesn't mean that the piece couldn't be better. Just try to take the criticism and learn from it. What do you think a piano teacher does? He has to point out what you're doing wrong if you are to do it right!
thegreatapologist 1 year ago
@thegreatapologist Well, you are talking to the choir. My question is: when is a piece perfect in your opinion? Is that even possible? There is ALWAYS room for improvement every pianist knows that darned well. I am sure Mr. Alston is fully aware of that, and doesn't need any "nit-pickers" to tell him that. Furthermore I took the time and energy to up-load this great music not to have it wasted by know it alls and smart alecs. I do this out of love for great music, where there is no room for:
bartje11 1 year ago
@bartje11 When is a piece perfect? Never. Does that mean that their shouldn't be some negative criticism? Well, no, although positive criticize is always nice.
thegreatapologist 1 year ago
@thegreatapologist Positive criticism? Only when you can do it better yourself. Then I will listen. Otherwise forget it. No way José! How old are you if I may ask?
bartje11 1 year ago
@bartje11 16. And I'm not giving an criticism, simply saying that you should take it. If an uneducated or little educated person can see a problem, then it probably means that some work is needed. (Unless they are just wrong, as in this case) Remember, when you play a piece, its for the people, not the highbrows. If anything, I would check my playing against them first.
And I don't subscribe to the experience Ad Hominem. Just because someone doesn't have experience doesn't mean they're wrong.
thegreatapologist 1 year ago
@thegreatapologist You forget that the un-educated, as you say it, only likes or dislikes a piece of music. They will never wonder why and what it is they don't like or like. Semi-intellectuals on the other hand are the worst. They pretend, criticize and are always desperate to show off their (limited) knowledge. The best teachers don't criticize but teach by modeling and coaching. The problem will correct itself. Kindness goes a far way!!! Remember this!! I am giving you a free lesson!
bartje11 1 year ago 4
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JEESherazi 1 year ago
It's a nice piece, but why are the scales played to atrociously? It does become unbearable rather quickly.
xiangyik 1 year ago 2
sehr geistig
yuehchopin 2 years ago