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Uploaded by on Apr 29, 2008

Bach-Liszt Fugue in A Minor, BWV 543

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  • Ed, I wanted to post a 5 star evaluation but Youtube stopped registering my 4th and 5th star. Not fair. -René

  • René, that's difficult to understand. I think the Cliburn Foundation is working on getting out "bugs" like this. - Ed.

  • Hey Ed and Beth,

    When are you coming to do a concert in Montreal, along with sharing news about Cameroon? Wow, you play superwell! -René

  • Merci! (On essaye de son mieux.) - We're extending, so chances are better for both. It would be wonderful to see you all again! Greet everyone! -- I hope this uplifting Bach fugue was balm for the soul! - Ed

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  • I never play Bach-ish music with pedal, but that's just me.

  • Dear Ed,

    I just listened in again on your last year's recital and was again amazed at God's gifting! May He lead you as you prepare for the next one. How's Beth? Joyfully, René

  • I wonder if Liszt envisioned his transcription of this Bach fugue as one that would be suitable for the "big sound" desired in a concert hall. Any thoughts? - Ed.

  • This is 'Liszt-Bach'.

  • Bach is difficult in that he reveals the technique of the player. Some call it "finger work," but one can assess the tone generated by the pianist more clearly than any other composer. Voicing is extremely difficult: you must have an intuitive understanding of his counterpoint. And, Bach is not dictated (with expressive markings); you have the burden of interpreting his work. Yes, Gaspard de La Nuit or the Rach 3rd are more physically demanding.

  • I do, too, such as when I see Glenn Gould playing with fingers "dancing" on the keys. :) Thanks, Fumi. - Ed.

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