Chris Bonds <[log in to unmask]> writes:

>...  on the function of the repeat.  If the function of the music is
>merely to validate the structure, then by all means the repeat must be
>taken.  But I think the point is arguable.

In this case, you would be arguing with the Schubert, and I trust his
judgement more than yours.

>In any event, what I had wanted to add earlier I will add now: that if
>repeats are taken they should not be exact repetitions.  I don't mean to
>change the notes of course, but nuances, tempi, etc.

I have never had a problem with that, despite what others have
misrepresented about my views.

>As I said, change must remain within the limits of taste and convention.
>We're not talking about doing violence to the music.

If you cut out a part of it, you are doing just that.

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Culver Chamber Music Series
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