Beethoven “Waldstein” Sonata in C major, Op.53, i. Allegro con brio, PART 1 Tutorial

To view the full-length tutorial, click here: https://learn.joshwrightpiano.com/bee... This 75-minute video lesson is part 1 of 2 exploring an in-depth look at Sonata No.21 in C major, Op.53, 1st movement (Allegro con brio). This tutorial covers measures 1-156 (the exposition and development sections of this sonata). At the end of the part 2 tutorial, Josh shares a performance of the piece. Composed in 1803-1804, and published in 1805, this sonata is dedicated to one of Beethoven’s friends, patrons, and supporters - Ferdinand Ernst, Count von Waldstein. Waldstein was influential in paving the way for Beethoven’s move to Vienna and introducing him to Viennese nobility and circles of influence, thus helping to further develop Beethoven’s career through these acts. For this reason, this sonata is often referred to as the “Waldstein” sonata. This tutorial discusses many areas of focus including tips on how to increase speed, how to create more effective textures and articulation, many ideas for better voicing, fingering suggestions, pedaling suggestions, tips for dynamics and interpretation (and how to vary the interpretation on repeated passages), how to create variety with character and effect, tips for reducing tension, how to play softer, strategies and exercises for aligning the hands with more precision, and many other technical and musical tips to help you become as efficient as possible in your practice sessions. Watch "25 Strategies for Note Reading, Reducing Tension, Memorizing, & Stage Fright": https://learn.joshwrightpiano.com/tra... View Josh's premiere course, ProPractice Lifetime Access, and get instant access to every previous and future ProPractice video, forever! https://learn.joshwrightpiano.com/pro... Get personalized, one-on-one instruction from Josh in his new LIVE Group Coaching Program here: https://learn.joshwrightpiano.com/liv... View the VIP MasterClass Series here, featuring videos not seen on YouTube: https://learn.joshwrightpiano.com/vip... To download Josh's FREE ProPractice video pack (which he released at the beginning of the COVID-19 quarantine to help pianists continue to develop their skills in the possible absence of regular piano lessons) containing full-length ProPractice tutorials in all levels of study (Early Beginner, Mid-Late Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels) click here: https://learn.joshwrightpiano.com/fre... 🔔 Subscribe for more videos like this: https://www.youtube.com/joshwrightpia...