late intermediate

Intermezzo No.1 in E minor

Manuel Ponce

What's this piece like?
This short piece has a light theme that uses double notes on the right hand. Because the character is so delicate and the melody jumps up and down using double notes, it becomes quite difficult to control the sound and make the lines flow with ease. One suggestion is to practice the double notes separately before incorporating them into the full piece. This will help to build control and dexterity in the right hand. Additionally, focusing on proper hand positioning and arm weight can also aid in creating a smooth and flowing sound.
Who's this piece for?
If you are at an intermediate level and enjoy playing relaxing music, this piece will be a great challenge!
3-4 pages
Romantic
E minor

MOOD: Dreamy, light and melancholic.

TECHNIQUE: Voicing and double notes.

Ranking
Equivalent to RCM level 7
Equivalent to ABRSM level 7
Equivalent to Suzuki book 6
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1904

New York City subway opens.

1905

Albert Einstein publishes his theory of Special Relativity.

1906

Dmitri Shostakovich was born.

1907

Edvard Grieg died.

1909

Intermezzo No.1 was composed by M. Ponce at the age of 27 years old.

1909

North Pole is reached by American explorers Robert E. Peary and Matthew Henson.

1912

Chinese Republic proclaimed after a revolution overthrows Manchu dynasty.

1912

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