Marlene’s Piano Lessons

Feb 19, 2026

Technique/Scales

Scale and arpeggios – do 2 or 3 keys this week. If you feel you need more work on C, G, and D major, continue with these another week. Otherwise, go onto A, E and B major

Theory

Harmonic analysis for the Mendelssohn?

Repertoire

Try using this Practice Routine spreadsheet (click the tab on the bottom for instructions). To copy this, click on File then Make a Copy.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1bF5ovjZdzG_wZb3R5fr9CosuAddwX7pUlBrjd7vAmYs/edit?usp=drivesdk

Beethoven Op 49 No 2, 1st movement: Beethoven Op. 49 No. 2 1st mvt

  • Focus on measures in the recap, especially where it changes m. 74-87
  • Also around m. 103 to end
  • Use 3-10-3, also work in intervals
  • Use metronome for exposition first theme to help keep your beat the same between 8th triplets and even 8ths – there’s a slight change in beat when you play this

Venetian Boat Song – Mendelssohn

  • Focus on “red” areas, but every couple of days, play through some of the “green” areas – maybe wait for when you are taking days off from the red passages