Phillip Keveren, Quick Spin in a Fast Car
Phillip Keveren
Agility remains the most important aspect of this piece. Along with this comes the need for clarity and smoothness. The hands are constantly changing positions and frequently cross over one another. This is challenging for beginning pianists, especially when playing at a fast tempo.
Running eighth notes dominate this piece. However, short interruptions of staccato thirds appear, creating the sound of honking horns. The articulation is also important for capturing this composition’s vibrancy.
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Caroline Krause, Iowa Center for Research by Undergraduates Fellow