He presented an analysis-performance lecture and coached young pianists
Òscar returns for the second time to lecture at the Gijon International Piano Festival in its 25th Anniversary Edition, in what has quickly become an established contribution.
Òscar guided young musicians to explore the intricate relationship between musical analysis and interpretation, showing how a deep understanding of a composition informs intentional and expressive performances. Renowned for his expertise in music analysis and performance studies, Òscar carefully analyzes each chosen piece, uncovering its structural intricacies and examining its historical and cultural context. Through this process, participants gain insights into the creative decisions that transform a performance from technically accurate to profoundly moving. Whether you are a performer, scholar, or music enthusiast, these conferences offer a unique opportunity to deepen your musical understanding and discover new avenues for artistic expression under Òscar’s guidance.
Lecture- Conference: W.A.Mozart, Piano Sonata K.310, 1st mov.
Gijón International Piano Festival, Universidad Laboral, Gijón | August 16 | 16:00hrs
Free entry. More information & tickets: info@gijonpiano.org
Set on the spectacular coast of northern Spain, the Gijon International Piano Festival offers advanced pianists ages 16 and older an opportunity for two weeks of master classes, recitals, and individual instruction with internationally renowned piano professors. In its 25th year, the festival has had some of the most sought after teachers on its faculty. Faculty have included Julian Martin (Juilliard School), Robert McDonald (Juilliard School), Boris Slutsky (Peabody Conservatory), Veda Kaplinsky (Juilliard School), Marc Durand (University of Montreal), Jose Ramon Mendez (Northwestern University), the late Dominique Weber (Geneva Conservatory), Logan Skelton (University of Michigan), Douglas Humpherys (Eastman School of Music), Yong Hi Moon (Peadody Conservatory), Amy E. Gustafson (Millersville University), Blanca Uribe, Jim Giles (Northwestern University), Amy Lin (Strassbourg Con.) and many others.
