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Chopin, Op. 55, No.1

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  1. John Robson

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    Does anyone know where I can listen to a decent mp3 of the Chopin, Nocturne, Op.55, No.1 on the internet? I have only found one, and it is by an unknown pianist whose interpretation I don't trust. I'm considering learning it if I can. I would particularly like to hear the tempo and dynamics of the "piu mosso" and the "molto legato e stretto" sections just to get an idea of how they are usually interpreted. I've heard this piece before, but I can't remember it well. I don't trust myself without any guidance.
     
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    Some more:

    http://pianosociety.com/new/phpBB2/view ... =ourchopin
    http://pianosociety.com/new/phpBB2/view ... =ourchopin

    C'mon, you don't trust yourself? Though listening to other pianists' recordings is very useful, I think you have more than enough experience to put your own ideas into your playing!

    Btw, I'll give you my feedback on your Beethoven, as soon as possible.
     
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    Thanks, Casper and Chaotica. I'll check out those sites.

    Chaotica, the truth is I don't have a lot of confidence in my interpretation of works that have gradual tempo changes, accelerando, meno mosso, etc...I guess that includes most music. LOL. There are so many members who know a lot more about Chopin than I. So I'd be more comfortable hearing couple versions before I post my own ideas. That's my substitute for a teacher.
     
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    If I was you, I would rather buy a CD. Perhaps Daniel Barenboim?
    They are not really expensive.
     

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