: A practical look at the physics and aesthetics of sound, ensuring the piano supports rather than overpowers the partner.
For vocal collaborators, Hochkeppel dedicates significant attention to the physiology of singing. A pianist cannot successfully accompany a singer without understanding the necessity of breath. The pianist must learn to "breathe" with the singer. This translates to lifting phrases together and allowing space for the vocal line to resonate, ensuring the piano does not suffocate the voice but rather floats beneath it. the complete collaborator the pianist as partner pdf
A partner must be able to change their "touch" to match the instrument they are playing with. The Complete Collaborator: The Pianist as Partner PDF
But don’t pick this up expecting dry theory. Katz writes the way he plays: witty, demanding, and absolutely brilliant. Course modules: Score study, vocal diction and languages,