late beginner

Farewell Op.98 No.4

Alexander Gretchaninov

What's this piece like?
This piece explores a technique most pianists pay little attention to: the release of notes. All quarter notes, especially the ones in the left hand, must be released very slowly so that the sound is not abruptly interrupted by the rests that follow. This skill develops not just finger control but also a heightened perception of sound.
Who's this piece for?
An excellent piece for beginners who are polishing their technique.
1-2 pages
Romantic
E minor

MOOD: Calm, sad and melancholic.

TECHNIQUE: Legato.

Ranking
Equivalent to RCM level 2
Equivalent to ABRSM level 2
Equivalent to Suzuki book 3
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1917

U.S. buys Virgin Islands from Denmark for $25 million.

1918

Claude Debussy died.

1919

The World War I ends with the Treaty of Versailles.

1920

Women in the United States conquer the right to vote.

1923

Children's Album Op. 98 was composed by A. Gretchaninov at the age of 59 years old.

1924

Death of Lenin and Stalin wins the power struggle to rules as Soviet dictator.

1924

G. Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue premieres in New York.

1925

Adolf Hitler publishes his autobiographical manifesto "Mein Kampf".

1925

Big record labels begin using electric microphones for recording.

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