ATCL-Piano Options

[ansatz496]

Thanks guys! I'm getting a much better idea of what is expected now. Should of done that reading myself though (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blush.gif)

Yeah ansatz, I see what you are saying. Both the Schubert and Liszt are very lyrical pieces, and probably too similar. Perhaps I could replace it with a shorter Liszt/Chopin etude type piece? Any ideas? I have always enjoyed La Chasse (Paganini Etude No 5 by Liszt), or perhaps Valse Oubli?e? For Chopin maybe his Op. 42 Valse or an easier etude? Or are these still too similar? Any other ideas for any 3-4.5 minute pieces I could add in? (preferably by one of these two composers (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) )

I think La Chasse or Chopin op. 42 would be effective (I'm not familiar with the Valse you mention), or for Chopin etudes you could maybe pick one or two contrasting from op. 10 nos. 3, 5, 6, 9 and op. 25 nos. 1, 2, 7, 9 (these are considered the easiest according to my limited knowledge, but I haven't played any so my opinion isn't worth much (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)). You could also consider a selection of Chopin preludes (op. 28) - there cover a wide range of difficulty, but I think there are some that might be appropriate, and they aren't played as often as the op. 42 waltz or the etudes. There are probably mazurkas that would work, but I'm not familiar enough with them to give specific suggestions.

[barry-clari]

Fsharpminor, I have checked the timings according to some recordings I have, and it weighs in at 35.5 minutes. (A little on the long side perhaps) However, I think the Beethoven has repeats which may be omitted if necessary. How strict are they exactly, for example, if my program went for 40 minutes?

I was under the impression that programs had to be 32-38 mins for the ATCL, so surely 35 mins is the perfect length? Slap bang between the two end of the spectrum?

Anywhere between the two is fine - my ATCL was 32 and a half minutes. They are however strict on falling short or going over - you will lose marks for it. The examiner will have a stopwatch. I know, I've seen it. And it was a large one... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/ohmy.gif)

Was it in your view as well barry so you were able to take pauses and know how much time you have left?

It was far enough away for me not to be able to see the display...

[Hok Yan Wong]

It would be much better if you add some Baroque pieces
Bach's Toccata is nice and simple
As I think that your programme tends to classical and romantic period.

But good job on dealing the style, you have both slow paces and fast paces.
Good job on the Chopin pieces, this can show off your pianist techniques a little

[lorraineliyanage]

Your programme can consist of pieces from one period music and still be approved as long as there is a balance in moods and styles. I revised my original choice for my LTCL Piano programme recently to pieces written in the 20th Century and this was approved. The pieces are all written within a 45 year period but enough variety to keep the Trinity approval person happy!

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Anywhere between the two is fine - my ATCL was 32 and a half minutes. They are however strict on falling short or going over - you will lose marks for it. The examiner will have a stopwatch. I know, I've seen it. And it was a large one... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/ohmy.gif)
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Is it the overall timing that is checked for accuracy or are they also fussy about timing of each piece on the programme? Sometimes, I tend to play a little faster under stress .From my own record of timings that I've kept for each piece , I've seen that there is a deviation of about 30 seconds or more on the longer pieces that run for over 9 minutes. Its hard to get accurate to a few seconds as it really depends on my mood at that time.

While overall I know that I will not fall short or exceed, I can't say the same of each piece ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)