JS BACH

Six beautiful Bach pieces, arranged in order of increasing difficulty, to help you grow both technically and musically.

Overall

This course covers a wide range of essential piano topics: technique, pedaling, articulation, phrasing, dynamics, singing touch, ornamentation, and Baroque style. It’s designed to be a deep, inspiring journey for intermediate learners who want to bring more understanding and expression into their Bach playing.

Small Prelude in C minor BWV 934

We’ll focus on memorization and score analysis by simplifying the texture and seeing the underlying structure. You’ll learn phrasing, balance, a singing touch, and practical ways to play Bach’s embellishments. I’ll also give you clear fingering suggestions and a step-by-step guide for learning the piece.

Invention in F major No. 8 BWV 779

A perfect “working horse” for building dexterity and efficient technique. I’ll show you how to approach tricky passages, optimize your motions, and develop universal strategies for learning fast, articulated music like this.

Invention in B-flat major No. 14 BWV 785

Here you’ll learn how to see the bigger picture when analyzing and memorizing a piece. We’ll also explore how to bring out tenderness and musicality through subtle tone control and balance between the hands.

Prelude in E-flat minor (WTC I) BWV 853

One of Bach’s most hauntingly beautiful works. Though challenging, many intermediate pianists are drawn to it. I’ll guide you through practical exercises to get comfortable with its key of E-flat minor, introduce the basics of improvisation, and give you a detailed lesson on pedaling. As always, we’ll go bar by bar to make the learning process smooth and clear.

Bach–Marcello Adagio BWV 974

I’ll share my personal fingering and show you how to extract the harmonic skeleton to better understand the structure. You’ll also get pedal guidance and rhythm strategies for the more complex sections.

Prelude in D minor (WTC II) BWV 875

The most challenging piece in the course — dramatic and powerful. By the time you reach it, you’ll already have the skills to handle it confidently. A detailed step-by-step approach to fingering and technique optimization will help you get there.

About your instructor:

I'm a Ukrainian pianist currently living in Austria, and I've had the privilege of building a strong reputation in the world of classical music. Over the years, I've achieved success in several international competitions, solidifying my position as a well-known concert performer. However, my passion doesn't stop at performing; I'm also deeply committed to teaching the piano.

As a piano teacher, I go beyond simply focusing on style and musicality. My primary goal is to help students optimize their piano-playing techniques for efficiency. I've had the pleasure of working with students from all corners of the globe, assisting them in revamping their piano techniques, relieving tension, recovering from piano-related injuries, and developing effective learning strategies. I take a comprehensive approach to piano instruction, aiming to be a valuable resource for pianists looking to improve their skills, overcome challenges, and realize their full potential.

I wish you an exciting learning experience!

Sincerely,

Denis Zhdanov