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Chopin, the Poet of the Piano


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Chopin is one of the best loved composers of classical piano music and for good reason. This program highlights his gentle, lyrical side. I love sharing his beautiful serene melodies with audiences.

The 4th Scherzo brings the concert to an exciting close. This is one of Chopin's masterpieces. It is full of heartfelt melody, playfulness, dazzlingly brilliant runs and flashy octaves.

Impromptu No. 1 in A Flat Major (1837)

Nocturnes Opus 15 (1830-1833)
No. 1 in F Major

No. 2 in F Sharp Major


Nocturnes Opus 27 (1835-1836)
No. 1 in C Sharp Minor


No. 2 in D Flat Major


Scherzo in E Major Opus 54 (1842)


Historical context

Frederic Chopin is one of the preeminent composers for the piano in spite of his short life (1810-1849). His music is beautiful to listen to and satisfying to practice. It makes the piano sound fantastic. Almost no other composer wrote so many works that have found a permanent home in homes, concert stages, and Youtube shorts.


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