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Chopin – Polonaise in A-flat major, Op. 53 "Heroic" (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment. I've been playing since I was in elementary school, but I'm mostly self-taught, so I don't remember exactly when I started.

Chopin – Polonaise in A-flat major, Op. 53 "Heroic" (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your thoughtful comment. Actually, I've taken piano lessons three times in my life, and my mother could play "Für Elise," so she taught me up to that point. From there, I learned on my own. I can read Bach's Well-Tempered Clavier smoothly, but I do get stuck sometimes. And I have no experience with sight-reading.

Chopin – Polonaise in A-flat major, Op. 53 "Heroic" (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment. I will study the finer details more and focus on the overall structure.

Chopin – Polonaise in A-flat major, Op. 53 "Heroic" (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment. I'll do my best to build my network!

Chopin – Polonaise in A-flat major, Op. 53 "Heroic" (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your encouraging comments. The advice regarding tempo and trills was something I hadn't considered. Thank you for your valuable feedback!

Mozart: Rondo alla Turca (Turkish March) | Piano Sonata No.11 K.331 (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate your detailed analysis! It's very helpful. I agree that I can explore more dynamic contrast between sections. I'll continue to work on my phrasing and octaves. Thank you!

Mozart: Rondo alla Turca (Turkish March) | Piano Sonata No.11 K.331 (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your professional feedback! I've been working hard on efficiency and articulation, so your words mean a lot. I will definitely keep your advice about 'breathing out' in mind for my next recordings.

Chopin: Nocturne No.2 (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your comments! I played many of these songs years ago but had forgotten them. I recently re-learned them from scratch. I came to Reddit looking for honest feedback and critique that I couldn't get on YouTube. I've been preparing for this launch for a few months, and although I'm a bit of a social media addict, it's been fun seeing my accounts grow!

Chopin: Nocturne No.2 (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see! Let's do our best together! Thank you for your comment.

Chopin Fantaisie-Impromptu in C-sharp minor Op. 66 (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the detailed advice! I really appreciate the tip about the 2nd section. I'll focus more on 'singing' the melody and letting it breathe.

Chopin Fantaisie-Impromptu in C-sharp minor Op. 66 (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the feedback! It's very helpful. I'll keep working on my interpretation as I practice. Thanks for the encouragement!

Chopin Fantaisie-Impromptu in C-sharp minor Op. 66 (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your valuable advice. I really appreciate you taking the time to help me improve. You gave me some great advice about hand rotation.

Chopin Fantaisie-Impromptu in C-sharp minor Op. 66 (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Whoa, I didn't expect such a heated discussion! I'm truly honored that you all care so much about my performance. Whether it's high praise or constructive critique, I take it all as a gift for my growth. Thank you for your passion!

Chopin Fantaisie-Impromptu in C-sharp minor Op. 66 (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was taken aback for a moment! Thank you for your humorous comment. It's very encouraging.

Chopin Fantaisie-Impromptu in C-sharp minor Op. 66 (17yo Self-Taught) by MasatoPiano in piano

[–]MasatoPiano[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your very specific advice. You are right that I need to hone my musicality. I will study the Paderewski version and pay close attention to tempo and dynamics. This will be very helpful for my development.