Hi everyone, I decided to post this pre-performance recording on YouTube because I thought it turned out quite well. The piano is a Kawai grand piano that isn't exactly brand new (don't ask me for the model because it's not mine)
Congratulations! Let's just say that, from my point of view, you could even push yourself to a slightly higher speed. Everything is well-defined, with diligence. However, in this case, I would emphasize the pedal in some parts of the measure specifically to create the effect of a sudden increase in volume that recalls the acoustic approach and departure of the "big bug" (a bit less on the strong accents, especially those at the beginning of the measure). I don't know if you agree. Everything in the right hand here should prioritize effect and virtuosity... even at the slight expense of accentuation and articulatory clarity. On the other hand, I would maintain the clarity and good support of the left hand, as you do, especially in the dialoguing part. Beautiful and fun. Well done. It is not an easy piece at all!!
In fact, it definitely needed more pedal; I realized it the next day when I tried it on a piano in much better technical condition (the one in the recording doesn't have its dampers quite right) and now, after a few months, I have "gained" some bpm by reducing articulation and increasing fluency...