Is it always better for pianists to perform from memory? British pianist Susan Tomes provides an anti-memory perspective. She's not the first to make this argument; Gilbert Kalish leaps to the mind. But she makes it eloquently and reasons well.
Personally, I like playing from memory; it gives me confidence and freedom. But I can certainly appreciate Tomes's POV, and I'm definitely too lazy to memorize chamber music.
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I've slowed down on St. Brigid since my ripping out session. My yarn is a reddy wine (called special wine, ironic for one wh does not drink!!) colour, so you are probably right.
Although I am not a pianist, I think life can make a case for playing both ways - sometimes you should follow your heart, others, you should follow the rules and lead with your head.
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