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Schumann Op. 9, Carnaval: Sphinxes?

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  1. joeisapiano

    joeisapiano New Member Piano Society Artist

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    So what in the world is a pianist supposed to do with that?
     
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    what the heck are those symbols symbolizing?
     
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    These are not 'symbols' but double notes. You sometimes see them to fill a complete 4/2 of 8/4 bar.
    They represent different permutations of the ASCH theme, a these assiciated with Clara's birthplace Asch, and featuring prominently in Carnaval. The concensus is that they should not be played.
     
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