Yes, I should have said helpful, for it definitely was.
I sometimes wish opera singers would use a touch less vibrato - I think it has a muddling effect on the melody, which is annoying. I love the sound of a pure tenor voice, with gentle vibrato (my ideal Tamino)
How did you find the fortepiano? How did it meet your expectations?
Did it have a knee lever? Or any kind of pedal at all?
Sorry to keep on with the questions, but I'm very curious.
I've heard the Turkish rondo played on Mozart's own piano, and possibly some concerto movements.
I rather like the sound, preferring it when it sounds least like a harpsichord.
Edit: I just read this in a letter of Mozart - it might be of interest to someone.
Quote:
Originally posted by W.A.Mozart
The human voice vibrates naturally - but in such a way - to such a degree that it all sounds
beautiful - it is the nature of the voice. We imitate such effects not only on wind instruments, but also
with violins - even on the clavier - but as soon as you go beyond the natural limits, it no longer sounds
beautiful - because it is contrary to nature"
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