Ferruccio Busoni was born
Beginning of the composer’s lifetime.
About this piece
Busoni gained renown for his skillful arrangements of Bach’s Chorales, demonstrating an exceptional ability to adapt Bach’s intricate counterpoint for the modern piano.
In this particular arrangement, the main challenge lies in preserving the steady, long-note melody, ensuring it sings clearly while maintaining a smooth, flowing accompaniment underneath. This requires careful control to sustain the melody’s momentum without interrupting its continuity, balancing the weight of the accompaniment to support rather than overshadow it.
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Equivalent to RCM level 8
Equivalent to ABRSM level 7
Equivalent to Suzuki book 6
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