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1. "Nocturne"
"Nocturne" was first created by the British composer Fielder (1782-1837). He uses the form of beautiful melody accompanied by calm chords to express the tranquility of the night and the dreamy mood. Chopin inherited this form and greatly developed and innovated it. Chopin's "Nocturne" contains quite a variety of artistic conceptions, even passionate dramatic images. What is surprising is that no matter how complex and exciting the music is, it still retains the overall feeling of "night". Because Chopin gave "Nocturne" a new look, later generations regard "Nocturne" as one of the unique symbols of Chopin's creation.
Almost every one of Chopin's 21 nocturnes is so charming. Among them, the most familiar one may be No. 2, "Nocturne in bE major". Its main theme has already been deeply rooted in people's hearts: the middle section begins with a chant-like chord progression, which is calm and majestic, and contains inner power. This power started out as fragments, gradually accumulated, and the fragments became larger. Finally, it turned into an overwhelming explosion of octaves played by both hands from top to bottom. At this time, I was really in the "dark night" and my heart was in the "day". . After the explosion in the middle section, "Night" could no longer calm down. When the first section reappeared, the same melody used a completely different accompaniment with a completely different texture. The original strict rhythm now turned into an uneasy triplet, and the music became The sorrow and sorrow cannot be subsided for a long time. After adding an extended ending, it reluctantly quieted down, and finally disappeared into the extended sound, but the heavy heart left behind never disappeared.
2. "Preludes"
Chopin wrote 24 "Preludes" in 24 major and minor keys. There have been various comments about these pieces of music. Some think it is the prototype of "Etude", or even a draft, some think it is a musical motto, and some think it is an improvised musical idea, similar to a "musical moment". Some pianists treat the 24 pieces as a suite and play them continuously from beginning to end, and some recombine them according to their own understanding. Indeed, these works are long and short, with different tastes and techniques, and are colorful from any angle.
We know that Chopin refused to publish some of his works during his lifetime, but later generations recognized them as musical treasures after they were published. Judging from this, Chopin was very serious about officially publishing his works. Since Chopin published these "Preludes" in 1839, I'm afraid they were not drafts. In fact, as time goes by, people cherish these "Preludes" more and more. Here are two of them that are often played.
No. 15 "Prelude in bD major", also known as "Raindrop Prelude". Here again I encountered someone else naming the music. It is intriguing to say that title music is one of the characteristics of Romantic music, but Chopin, the great Romantic composer, never added a title to his works to explain the music content. He also resented others naming his music. It can be seen that romantic music fundamentally lies in the temperament of the music itself, not in its reputation. Chopin's objection to a specific name illustrates the broad generality of his music. Therefore, when we appreciate those named pieces of music, we can only use the name as a medium for understanding, a way to get started, and we absolutely do not need to limit our freedom of association and experience. For example, the name of the song "Raindrops" is obviously a bA (#G) sound in the accompaniment part. It keeps on the steady rhythm of eighth notes almost from beginning to end, just like raindrops dripping from the eaves. The ticking sounds are endless, andante:
The sound of raindrops brings out the tranquility, and a noble and beautiful song rises in the heart. With the sound of raindrops, my thoughts slowly turned heavy, and a minor tune appeared in the bass area. The sound of raindrops turned into a loud bell, and my mood became excited. Finally, it returned to the silence at the beginning, and ended with the sound of raindrops.
No. 24 "Prelude in D minor", some people call it "Prayer during Thunderstorm". There is indeed an atmosphere of thunder, rain and lightning here, but "praying" does not mean this. This work was written at the same time as the "Revolutionary Etudes", and it was also the stormy waves aroused in Chopin's heart by the Tsarist Russian army's capture of Warsaw. Therefore, the nature of the music is similar to that of "Revolutionary Etude".
The difference is that here there is only anger, and it is "too late" to linger in sorrow; here there is impassioned and unyielding, and there are no tears. The bass of the left hand roars like this from beginning to end, like thunder, like a war drum:
The theme tone is firm, bold, and heroic: the impact reaches the end, and the last three times slam the tonic D in the lowest range of the piano to express the composition. His unyielding, steel-like will.
3. "Mazurka"
"Mazurka" is another unique creative field of Chopin. In the entire piano music literature, when mentioning "Mazurka", the first thing that comes to mind is Chopin. Other composers also have "Mazurkas". But only Chopin wrote a large number of "Mazurkas" that shine with special brilliance. Among Chopin's own works, "Mazurka" is also very special. First, this batch of works has the most fragrant Polish soil. In addition, this is one of his less dramatic and tragic areas of creation.
Mazurka is a folk dance from Mazuvia, Poland. Its music is all in three beats, and the typical rhythm is:
In addition, Kuyawiak dances and Obelek dances are also in three beats. Chopin's "Mazurka" was created by combining the characteristics of the above three dances. The typical rhythm of the mazurka is often revealed in Chopin's "Mazurka", but Chopin uses it superbly, far from rigidly repeating folk rhythms. Melody, Chopin was a genius who absorbed the essence of folk music and created it according to highly professional artistic standards. Harmony, mode and more are Chopin's unique creations. Despite this, the Polish folk style of "Mazurka" has not weakened; on the contrary, it stands gracefully in the garden of piano music with a more elegant and poetic style. Critics say that "Mazurka" is Chopin's vivid feeling for his hometown, land, people and the glorious spirit of the people, and is the "whole soul" of the Polish people.
Because "Mazurka" is such Polish music, a Polish pianist said that only Poles can play it well. However, one thing that the Chinese are proud of is that the 5th Chopin International Piano Competition was held in Warsaw in 1955. Chinese pianist Fu Cong not only won third place, but also won the best performance of "Mazurka" award.
[Edit this paragraph] Classified works
1. Waltzes (Waltzes)
I believe children must have heard of Chopin’s famous waltz! These waltzes were created by Chopin when he was in Vienna. They used the three-beat rhythm of the Viennese waltz, added beautiful melody and lyricism, and also demonstrated high-level piano skills. Therefore, Chopin's waltzes are suitable for listening and playing, but not suitable for dancing. oh!
◎Waltz No. 1 in E flat major, Op. 18
◎Waltz No. 3 in A minor, Op. 34-1
◎No. 6 Waltz in D flat major "Puppy" Op. 64-1
Puppy Waltz is a piece of music that describes George Sand's puppy chasing its tail. Because the piece is very short, it is also called "Minute" (Minute)
◎Waltz No. 7 in C sharp minor, Op. 64-2
◎Waltz No. 8 in A flat major, Op. 64-3
p>◎Waltz No. 9 in A flat major, Op. 69-1
◎Waltz No. 10 in B minor, Op. 69-2
◎Waltz No. 14 Op.Posth in e minor
2, Piano Concertos
Chopin doesn’t like orchestral instruments very much, so his Piano Concerto (a piece based on piano with orchestral music) There are only two songs.
The second movement of Concerto No. 2 is a beautiful "love letter" to your first love. You can listen to it!
◎Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21, first movement
◎Piano Concerto No. 2, op. 21 in f minor, second movement
◎ Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21, third movement
3, Nocturnes
Nocturnes are a form of music first created by the British pianist and composer Field, with beautiful Mainly melody. Chopin was influenced by him, and the first nocturne also had melody as the main theme, but later nocturnes added richer content, not just beautiful melody, so they are Chopin's unique style of nocturne.
◎Nocturne No. 1 in B flat minor, Op. 9-1
◎Nocturne No. 2 in E flat major, Op. 9-2
4, Etudes
Piano students will definitely play Chopin’s etudes! These pieces employ a high degree of piano technique, including rapid octaves, continuous parallels in thirds and sixths, etc. However, these etudes are not just for teaching, but are also artistic. The performer must take into account technique, rhythm, melody, harmony and the emotional expression of the music, so they are still very popular among music fans.
◎Etude No. 3 in E major "Farewell" Op.10-3
This etude was composed when Chopin left Poland for Paris. He left his motherland and missed his hometown. All emotions are clearly shown.
◎Etude No. 5 in G flat minor "Black Key" Black Key Op10No.5
◎Etude No. 12 in C minor "Revolutionary" Op.10-12
This piece was composed by Chopin when he heard that Poland was occupied by Russia.
5. Preludes Op.28
The collection of twenty-four preludes in Op. 28 was composed by Chopin in his later years to raise travel expenses for recuperation.
◎Prelude No. 4 in E minor "Suffocation"
◎Prelude No. 11 in B major "Dragon Fly" Dragon Fly
◎No. Trumpet Prelude in D flat major "Raindrop"
◎The regular rhythm of the left hand of this prelude is like the sound of raindrops, hence its name.
◎Prelude No. 23 in F major "Pleasure Boat"
◎Prelude No. 24 in D flat major "The Storm"
6. Polonaises
Polonaises is a gorgeous and powerful national dance centered on the palace. Chopin composed two polonaises (in G minor and B flat major) when he was seven years old. Later, he composed not only dance music, but also poems in Polish!
◎Polonaise No. 3 in A major "Army" MilitaryOp.40-1
It symbolizes the magnificence of the spirit of the Polish flag soldiers.
◎Polonaise No. 6 in A flat major "Heroic" HeroicOp.53
7, Mazurkas
Mazurka is a Polish dance The area between East Prussia and Russia is a folk dance music belonging to farmers. Chopin, who loved his motherland, created 55 mazurkas, transforming the emotion of homesickness into rich melodies.
Mazurka No. 5 in B flat major, Op. 7-1
8, Sonatas
Chopin did not like fixed sonatas. Constrained by style, he only composed two sonatas. Among them, the "funeral" march in the third movement of the second number is a funeral song in Western funerals.
◎The third movement of Sonata No. 2 in B flat minor Op.35 "Funeral"
（Marche Funebre）
9, other famous songs
The following songs are also Chopin's famous songs:
◎Fantaisie-ImpromptuOp.66 in C-sharp minor
◎BarcarolleOp.60 in F-sharp major
◎ Ballade No. 4 in F minor Ballade Op. 52-4
◎Fantasia (non-improvisational Fantasia)
[Edit this paragraph] List of titles of all works ( Chinese and English)
Op.1, Rondo in C minor (1825)
Rondo in C minor
Op.2, Variations on "La ci darem la mano" from Mozart's Opera "Don Giovanni" in B-flat major (1827)
Don Juan: Let's Hand in Hand Variations
Op.3, Introduction and Polonaise brillante for Violoncello and Piano in C major (1829)
C major introduction and gorgeous polonaise
Op.4, Piano Sonata No. 1 in C minor (1828)
Piano Sonata No. 1 in C minor
Op.5, Rondo à la Mazur in F major (1826)
Mazurka Rondo in F major
Op.6, 4 Mazurkas (1830)
Four Mazurkas
Op.7, 5 Mazurkas (1830-1831)
Five Mazurkas Card
Op.8, Trio for Violin, Violoncello and Piano in G minor (1829)
Piano Trio in G minor
Op.9, 3 Nocturnes ( 1830-1831)
Three Nocturnes
Op.10, 12 ?tudes à son ami Franz Liszt (1829-1832)
12 written for Liszt Etude
Op.11, Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 1 in E minor (1830)
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor
Op. 12. Variations brillantes in B-flat major on "Je vends du Scapulaires" from Hérold's "Ludóvic"
(1833)
variations on the theme of the aria "I want to sell my coat"
p>Op.13, Fantasia on Polish Airs in A major (1828)
Fantasia on Polish Airs in A major
Op.14, Rondo à la Krakowiak in F major (1828)
Klakwiak Rondo in F major
Op.15, 3 Nocturnes (1830-1833)
Three Nocturnes
Op.16, Rondo in E-flat
major (1832)
Rondo in E flat major
Op.17, 4 Mazurkas (1832-1833)
4 Mazurkas
Op.18, Grande Valse brillante in E-flat major (1831)
Gorgeous Grande Valse in E-flat major
Op.19, Bolero in A minor (1833)
Bolero in a minor
Op.20, Scherzo No. 1 in B minor (1831)
Scherzo in B minor
Op.21, Concerto for Piano and Orchestra No. 2 in F minor (1829-1830)
Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor
Op.22, Andante spianato in G major et Grande Polonaise brillante in E-flat major (1834)
The calm Andante and gorgeous Polonaise in E-flat major
Op.23, Ballade No.1 in G minor (1831-1835)
Ballade No. 1 in G minor
Op.24, 4 Mazurkas (1834-1835)
4 Mazurkas
Op.25, 12 ?tudes à son amie Mme la Comtesse d'Agoult (1832-1836)
12 etudes written for the Countess of Agoult
Op.26, 2 Polonaises (1834-1835)
2 Polonaises
Op.27, 2 Nocturnes (1835)
2 Nocturne
Op.28, 24 Preludes (1836-1839)
24 Preludes
Op.29, Impromptu No. 1 in A flat major (1837)
Impromptu No. 1 in A flat major
Op.30, 4 Mazurkas (1836-1837)
4 Mazurkas
Op.31, Scherzo No. 2 in B-flat minor (1837)
Scherzo in B-flat minor
Op.32, 2 Nocturnes (1836-1837)
2 Nocturnes
Op.33, 4 Mazurkas (1837-1838)
4 Mazurkas
Op.34, 3 Waltzes (1831-1838)
3 Waltzes
Op.35, Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-flat minor - Funeral March (1839)
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B flat minor
Op.36, Impromptu No. 2 in F-sharp major (1839)
Impromptu No. 2 in F-sharp major
Op.37, 2 Nocturnes (1838-1839)
2 Nocturnes
Op.38, Ballade No. 2 in F major (1836-18
39)
Ballade No. 2 in F major
Op.39, Scherzo No. 3 in C-sharp minor (1839)
Joker in C-sharp minor Music
Op.40, 2 Polonaises (1838-1839)
2 Polonaises
Op.41, 4 Mazurkas (1838-1839)
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4 Mazurkas
Op.42, Waltz in A-flat major (1840)
Waltz in A-flat major
Op. 43. Tarantella in A-flat major (1841)
Tarantella in A-flat major
Op.44, Polonaise in F-sharp minor (1841)
Polonaise in F-sharp minor
Op.45, Prelude in C-sharp minor (1841)
Prelude in C-sharp minor
Op. 46, Allegro de Concert in A major (1832-1841)
Allegro de Concert in A major
Op.47, Ballade No. 3 in A-flat major (1840-1841 )
Ballade No. 3 in A flat major
Op.48, 2 Nocturnes (1841)
Two Nocturnes
Op .49, Fantasia in F minor (1841)
Fantasia in F minor
Op.50, 3 Mazurkas (1841-1842)
3 Mazurkas
Op.51, Impromptu No. 3 in G-flat major (1842)
Impromptu No. 3 in G-flat major (1842)
Op.52, Ballade No. 4 in F minor (1842)
Ballade No. 4 in F minor
Op.53, Polonaise in A-flat major - "Heroic" (1842)
"Eroica" Polonaise in A flat major
Op.54, Scherzo No. 4 in E major (1842)
Scherzo No. 4 in E major
Op.55, 2 Nocturnes (1843)
2 Nocturnes
Op.56, 3 Mazurkas (1843)
3 Mazurkas
Op.57, Berceuse in D-flat major (1843)
Lullaby in D-flat major
Op.58, Piano Sonata No. 3 in B minor (1844)
Piano Sonata No. 3 in B minor
Op.59, 3 Mazurkas (1845)
3 Mazurkas
Op.60, Barcarolle in F-sharp major (1845-1846)
Barcarolle in F-sharp major
Op.61, Polonaise-Fantaisie in A-flat major (1845 -1846)
Fantasy Polonaise in A flat major
Op.62, 2 Nocturnes (18
46)
2 Nocturnes
Op.63, 3 Mazurkas (1846)
3 Mazurkas
Op.64, 3 Waltzes (1846-1847)
3 Waltzes
Op.65, Sonata for Violoncello and Piano in G minor (1845-1846)
G minor Cello Sonata
Op.posth. 66, Fantaisie-Impromptu in C-sharp minor (1835)
Posthumous work: Fantaisie Impromptu in C-sharp minor
Op .posth. 67, 4 Mazurkas (1835-1849)
Posthumous works: 4 Mazurkas
Op.posth. 68, 4 Mazurkas (1827-1849)
Posthumous works: 4 mazurkas
Op.posth. 69, 2 Waltzes (1829-1835)
Posthumous works: 2 waltzes
Op.posth. 70, 3 Waltzes (1829-1841)
Posthumous works: 3 Waltzes
Op.posth. 71, 3 Polonaises (1825-1828)
Posthumous works: 3 Polonaises
Op.posth. 72, (1826-1827)
No. 1 Nocturne in E minor (1827)
No. 2 Funeral March in C minor (1827)
No. 3 3 Ecossaises (1826)
Posthumous work:
Nocturne in E minor
p>Funeral March in C minor
3 Cossez Dances
Op.posth. 73, Rondo in C major (for two pianos) (1828)
Posthumous work: (composed for two pianos) Rondo in C major
Op.posth. 74, 17 Songs (1829-1847)
Posthumous work: 17 songs Song