Transparent. Impassioned. Spirited, yet broken. These are just a handful of adjectives to describe the brilliant Chopin. His music captures the delicacy of vast emotions. It inspires and stirs up layers of raw and guttural feelings within the listener. From the turbulent yet joyful “Prelude Op. 28 No. 1 in C major” to the heartbreakingly hopeful “Nocturne Op. 48 No. 1 in C minor”. Chopin embodies the authenticity of the human soul. He is able to materialize pain through music, however in every piece, even the most desolate, he leaves you with a sense of hope—the mark of a great composer. In my opinion, this is why Frederic Chopin is one of the greatest composers (and my personal favorite composer of all time!)
Here’s a fun fact about me: I actually grew up playing classical music. I started playing 
piano when I was three. By the time I was seven I played competitively in classical piano competitions for about five years. As a result, I was privileged to play some Chopin. I remember when I was twelve I was assigned to learn “Prelude Op. 28 No. 6 in B minor.” One bleak winter night I began my regular practice of this piece. However, this practice was very different than my normal ritual. Tears began to stream down my face as I played this piece. The music connected with the sadness in my heart and evoked an authentic and intense response. Every note was layered with complex, human feelings. Suddenly, “Prelude Op. 28 No. 6 in B minor” transformed from a mere exercise to an intrinsic part of my soul. I became one with the composition.
Ever since that experience I fell in love with Chopin. I have encountered a handful of emotional reactions from a variety of Chopin’s work, especially from the piece “Prelude Op. 28 No. 4 in E minor” (that composition breaks your heartstrings!) I have never emotionally connected to any other composer the way I do with Chopin. There is something so real and raw about his music. It is universally relatable. If you have not listened to Chopin I really encourage you to do so! I will link the pieces mentioned so you can take a listen. It would be wonderful to hear your thoughts on Frederic Chopin. Don’t forget to comment!! I hope you enjoyed this post.
Till next time,
Makayla Colonello
https://youtu.be/3EewC9_i2yQ Prelude Op. 28 No. 1 in C major
https://youtu.be/107Iwx5RKSM Nocturne Op. 48 No. 1 in C minor
https://youtu.be/r9F4zDhgHcQ Prelude Op. 28 No. 6 in B minor
https://youtu.be/ef-4Bv5Ng0w Prelude Op. 28 No. 6 in E minor