I’m leaning toward playing the rhythm as written, but I’m unsure how mathematically accurate I can manage the polyrhythm. My goal is to make it musically convincing.

I usually don’t listen to recordings until I’ve made up my mind — perhaps not the smartest approach. I definitely had a coaching session with a professor who taught at the Manhattan School of Music in the mid-’90s, but I can’t remember what we did.

I am also working on this movement for an upcoming performance and have been asking myself the same question.

I was inspired by your playing. Collaborations like this always encourage me to go the extra mile in performance, even amidst my busy teaching and administrative duties. I look forward to your third visit to Spelman soon!!

It will be a wonderful concert! So lucky to have you at Spelman.

Thank you for inspiring masterclass!