VIEUXTEMPS, H.: Elegie, Op. 30 (version for viola) (Masterclass with Diemut Poppen) (Leka)
Elegie, Op. 30 (version for viola)
Composer: Vieuxtemps, Henry
Poppen, Diemut
Leka, Hindenburg
Catalogue Number: RSS9748_1
First, Professor Poppen explains that the student should play with more elegance, and she indicates him how to raise and stop the bow to improve his performance.
Professor Poppen also recommends using more mane to get a darker sound and she gives other bow indications. Afterwards, they work on tuning and Professor Poppen suggests the student some bowing exercises.
They also work on the weight of the right arm, the movement of the elbow and the relaxation posture. To improve these right arm issues, Professor Poppen suggests more exercises.
Finally, she offers the student further advice about bow, tuning, vibrato, pressure, etc.
