Tecnica pianistica - Tecnica pianistica: i trilli nello stile classico

There are many types of trills, and naturally, their interpretation must always be determined by the stylistic and musical context in which they are found. Here, we'll discuss long trills in the classical style, taking as an example those found in the second movement of Beethoven's Sonata, Op. 31, No. 1. In this case, it's important to give the trill a melodic meaning and not consider it a generic, indistinct flow of sound. It can be helpful to think of it as a repeated interval of a second, constantly evolving. If we can make the trill seem like something constantly evolving, the effect will be much more engaging for the listener. On the other hand, a very rapid and brilliant trill that is always the same risks becoming predictable and monotonous. When performing a trill in a piece from the late 18th or early 19th century—this sonata is from 1802—it's also important to remember that the mechanisms of the fortepianos of the time did not allow for extremely rapid repetition of the same note. Consequently, even trills were not intended to be very fast. The choice of trill tempo therefore becomes a fundamental interpretative element: a trill that is not too fast, but fluctuating, capable of slightly varying its speed within the trill, can become a precious expressive opportunity. If the trill is piano, we must also be careful not to overinflate the sound: in this case, it is best to minimize the use of the pedal. If we intend to evoke the timbre of a fortepiano, it may be useful not to lower the keys completely during the trill, thus obtaining a delicate yet transparent sound. #robertoprosseda #pianotechnique #piano ================================================ Subscribe to my channel here:    / robertoprossedapianist   Visit my website: http://www.robertoprosseda.com/ Follow me on Facebook:   / prossedaroberto   Follow me on Twitter:   / robertoprosseda   You can also find me on Instagram:   / robertoprosseda