Hilary Hahn — Reflective masterclass: Phrasing Technique

Mini Masterclass!
Topic: Phrasing Technique.
‘Reflective’, Partita No. 5 by Antón García Abril, begins with two clearly differentiated lines — a good opportunity to demonstrate how to play two strings simultaneously while phrasing them individually.

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[mencken]

It’s difficult to exhaust how impressive she is. All worlds conquered in the standard classical repertoire, yet she moves into new territory. Like Miles Davis, she is fearless.

[jacktrainer]

She's brilliant not only when playing, but also when explaining complex trade-offs and decisions she makes while playing. She's definitely "reflective."

[jazzstandardman]

I'm glad you're adding videos again.

[TiqueO]

Consider ourselves very lucky to share this blip in time with Hilary and her generous offerings, what are the odds, really?!

[BrendenJohnFilms]

You explained that so well, I don't play any stringed instruments so things like this are not obvious or known and always fascinates me.

[mekelcleare]

She's so modest it's beautiful.

[FlandraLabs]

Oooh the dissonant polyphony, got the chills!

[sympholiloquist]

I love how when a person who is passionate about their craft speaks of and describes it in the most poetic of ways. The tone of your voice literally conveys the same feeling as playing the instrument.. As if you and it are indistinguishable; one from the other.

[MsPea]

Her technique is just remarkable. It's a joy to listen to her play.

[christopherhanna]

I wish I had another 10 lifetimes so I could play violin at a very high skill level. Instruction like this makes me realize how much is going on tecnically when violin it's being played at that level of excellence..

[sakibislam]

Thanks for sharing Hilary. Women like you are truly inspirational.

[davideberetta-sysware]

These short videos help me very much to understand and enter in the mood of the Partitas. Contemporary music requires an additional effort of understanding to classical listeners, the same effort we did when we approached the classical at the beginning ... and we know it’s worth it. HH keep on posting.

[JeremyStreich]

3:20 -- How? Her left hand, wrist and arm are still but she vibratos clearly and measuredly... Is that all with her finger tips? Teach me, Sempai. I'd love a video on how she vibratos.

[DanielRodriguez-fice]

It's adorable to see how much effort she puts into pronouncing Anton's name correctly

[raniagoldmusic]

Did anyone else think Hilary was in her 20s but then her achievements wouldn't add up to the years...???

[marthinusvanderwesthuizen]

Being aware of the dipping of string when you finger it is really important- thank you

[felipevi]

I am delighted that you play so brilliantly a piece by one of my favourite contemporary composers. Thank you very much.

[anthonycooper]

Thank you for explaining this phrasing technique for playing this piece of music so well Hilary Hahn. I am not a violinist, but I do love listening to highly skilled musicians of the instrument, such as yourself, playing the beautiful music that you seemingly play so effortlessly.

[James-nrgm]

Wonderful video! I’ve been learning classical guitar for a few months now, so learning about the nuance in other instruments is really fun. I can finally appreciate it more.

I’m guilty of discovering Ms. Hahn through Two Set, but will keep my eye out for any more content like this. Professional, educational, wonderful. Time to go listen to more of her recordings!

[lyntonblair]

It is amazing to me that such a short piece can be so satisfying to hear...