Angela Hewitt argues for playing some pieces by Bach on a modern piano.

Started by Mandryka, November 25, 2014, 09:35:57 AM

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Quote from: Sammy on November 26, 2014, 12:38:10 PMAnd that's why it's a stupid idea to to flaunt the piano over the harpsichord for baroque music.  Best for the performer to simply state that Bach works well on the piano and harpsichord.  At the end of the day, Hewitt's Bach performances will sound the same no matter what statements of comparison she makes.  And how does she sound?  In my view, pretty good but nothing for the ages.

Ok, this comment is almost ten years old, but I agree. Musicians should play, not talk (except for GMG members).
There are simply two kinds of music, good music and the other kind. - Duke Ellington

DavidW

Quote from: Mandryka on February 27, 2024, 08:55:31 AMI see she's giving a fortepiano concert soon. I don't plan to go but I was slightly tempted -- she's certainly popular in London, as you'll see if you click "Book Now"

https://www.wigmore-hall.org.uk/whats-on/202406031300



Maybe someday then she will play on the harpsichord and regret her earlier words!