Description
No. 8 is an advanced study focused on developing hand independence, with frequent passages where the right and left hands move in contrasting patterns. Packing 874 notes into roughly a minute and a half, it requires finger separation and a relaxed wrist even during rapid motion. It allows technique to be honed without sacrificing Classical poise.
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About the Composer
Anton Diabelli (1781-1858)
Anton Diabelli (1781-1858) was an Austrian composer and music publisher. He is best remembered for the waltz theme that inspired Beethoven's monumental Diabelli Variations. Diabelli also wrote a large body of educational piano pieces, and this site features 32 of his works, including selections from his '28 Melodische Übungsstücke.'
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