Taught by renowned violist
Matthew Lipman
Join world-class soloist Matthew Lipman as he delves into the seminal Viola Concerto by Carl Stamitz. In this comprehensive course, Lipman illuminates the historical and stylistic backgrounds of this essential work, providing an enriching context for violists looking to deepen their understanding and interpretation.Discover the rich historical context and stylistic nuances of Stamitz’s Viola Concerto, enhancing your appreciation and interpretation of the piece. Matthew Lipman offers practical suggestions and strategies for tackling the concerto’s technical demands, making complex passages more approachable. Gain valuable practice tips and learn about current performance practices and how they intersect with a well-founded knowledge of the original source material.
I. Allegro (Exposition)
Explore the rich historical context and stylistic nuances of the exposition of the 1st movement of the concerto, including insights into the Mannheim School, which significantly influenced Stamitz's compositional style. Matthew Lipman offers practical suggestions and strategies for tackling the technical demands of this section, making complex passages more approachable. Gain valuable practice tips tailored specifically for the exposition, a staple of the viola audition repertoire. Learn about current performance practices and how they intersect with a well-founded knowledge of the original source material, ensuring your performance is both informed and contemporary.
I. Allegro (Development & Recap)
Delve into the stylistic nuances and technical challenges of the development and recapitulation of the 1st movement of the concerto. Matthew Lipman offers practical suggestions and strategies for tackling the technical demands of this section, making complex passages more approachable.
I. Allegro (Cadenza)
Matthew Lipman offers insights into his creative process when composing a cadenza for a viola concerto. Follow along as he breaks down his creative choices in his own cadenza for the Stamitz Viola Concerto.
II. Andante moderato
Explore the second movement, Andante moderato, with Matthew Lipman as he covers the stylistic and technical intricacies of the piece. He delves into fundamentals regarding fluent legato and convincing, natural phrasing, with the ultimate goal of letting the music shine through the interpreter.
III. Rondo
In this in-depth lesson on the third movement, Rondo Allegretto, Matthew Lipman guides you step by step through all the themes of this closing movement. He offers technical suggestions linked to articulation and character, and even explores left-hand pizzicato and the use of expressive techniques.
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