ABRSM Piano Performance Grade 8 (distinction 143/150) Kaitlin Lee

Описание: 1:00 Sonata in E, Op.14 no.1 1st mvt
6:10 Over the Bars
8:10 Impromptu in A flat major
13:44 Nocturne in F# major

NOTE: The video submitted for the exam is not allowed to be shared. Therefore, this video is one of my first try outs.

Kaitlin Lee
2023-2024 Piano, Performance Grade 8

Beethoven: Allegro (1st movt from Sonata in E, Op. 14 No. 1)

This was a bright and vibrant rendering with crisp articulation and mostly very successful tonal balance, exploring a suitably wide range of tonal colour. Just scope for a little more cleanliness of pedal at times, but otherwise playing was highly accurate and delivered with assurance, showing stylistic awareness throughout.
28/30

J. P. Johnson: Over the Bars

A stylish and highly imaginative account, fully communicating the lively character of the music and the brisk tempo was very well managed. Dynamic detail was effective, clearly contouring the phrases and there was very good note accuracy and tonal awareness.
29/30

Schubert: Impromptu in A flat (No. 2 from Four Impromptus, Op. 142, D. 935)

The opening was suitably still and paced effectively with mostly good voicing of the chords, despite a few very slight lapses in the ensemble. Well contrasted in the next section, which flowed along with clear shape and direction in the phrasing. One or two note blemishes, but there was plenty of musical detail and this was very convincing playing overall.
28/30

Chopin: Nocturne in F# major Op. 15 No. 2

Expressive and stylish, with suitable use of rubato and well projected melody line, capturing the lyrical style successfully. The decorative lines were superbly controlled in this committed account and although there were a couple of very minor note blemishes, playing was absolutely engaging throughout.
29/30

Performance as a whole

A strong technical command was demonstrated throughout this confidently delivered programme.
Playing was poised and assured, with commitment to the character and style of each piece, allowing ideal time between each item to hold the atmosphere and prepare for the next.
Really outstanding and thoroughly enjoyable playing. Many congratulations Kaitlin.
29/30

Pass 100 | Merit 120 | Distinction 130 Total mark: 143/150