Tuesday, February 28, 2012

WHERE AM I?

I've set out to learn all 15 of Bach's Two Part Inventions. So far I've learned the notes for 9 of them, but different ones are in different conditions.  It's time to take stock of where I am.

Numbers 2 and 5 have fallen into neglect like abandoned buildings.  They're not my favorites, and I haven't been maintaining them. I really should repair them before they collapse.

Numbers 1, 4, 6, and 8 are in pretty good shape.  I'm making music with them and refining the way I play them.  Number 3 isn't far behind that group.

Numbers 7 and 9 are nearly where I want them as far as learning the notes goes, and I'm about ready to begin seriously honing and refining their musical aspects.

The bottom line: 7 coming along well, 2 in serious need of repair.

I think I'll begin learning number 10 soon.  I feel the siren song of new territory.  Maybe tomorrow. It's going to be a challenging one.  Maybe I'll begin working on some of the tough spots in the background while I review numbers 2 and 5.

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