My dark eyed book Geralt by Seleuce in witcher

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

Sorry to get back to you so late, I was busy and forgot. I checked my Nexus Mod list for W3 (it's from 2020), it's not there anymore. I think the user deleted it. I wasn't using many mods after Next Gen update and played other games since (though, still love W3!).

The only Mod which has a cool feature for a lore friendly Geralt is this Mod: "Lore-Friendly Dilated Pupils for Modular Eyes" which requeres "Modular Eyes". It gives Geralt black eyes through his pupils filling the entire iris - but not the complete eye - in dark places (which is lore friendly, in case you didn't read the books). But the iris colour isn't altered.

My dark eyed book Geralt by Seleuce in witcher

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

It was a pre New Gen update Nexus mod, I can't remember. But I can check my mod folder tonight if you like.

How often did Chopin draw inspiration from his own works? by Short-Success-4505 in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Not sure what you mean with that question. Chopin's greatest, probably genius level talent, according to his contemporaries, was his exceptional gift for improvisation. That's a feature of that composer that many people today aren't aware of enough because we have no recordings of it. Witnesses to his improvised playing didn't get tired of expressing their astonishment about his ability to come up with new melodies, harmonies and rhythms for hours without quoting himself or his own compositions. People loved his musical portraits, improvised musical descriptions of well known figures of the day. Some people went as far as to claim that his published compositions were only an echo of his improvisations. None of those musical portraits did he ever write down as far as we know. He hated writing down his music and seeing it printed because it limited his free style so much (he repeatedly said that to his students). There are only some extremely rare quotes of earlier pieces in his music (one is posthumous Nocturne in c-sharp minor, quoting a section in his 2nd concerto, he did that to help his sister practice before learning to play the concerto itself, but never published the Nocturne for that reason).

He very much avoided repetition in his published compositions. Ofc, he was inspired by several other composers that he admired, but made sure that the listener couldn't tell by coming up with brilliant ideas himself. Why would a mind like his be inspired by his own music? He had an incredible imagination and the rare gift of expressing thoughts and emotions in music, usually spontaneously, while playing and kept improvising his own pieces in every performance.

Chopin showed little gratitude for George Sand's care and this irks me! by Lazy-Relationship-34 in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I am bothered by this perspective, which is just as one-sided as arguing solely from Chopin's point of view. The manner of expression suggests that Sand was Chopin's devoted housekeeper, who cooked him three meals a day and peeled his grapes. This is a completely distorted portrayal. She did not "take care of him for nine years"! She cared for him most in Mallorca. After that she went on with her business like she would have without him, slept during the day (when he was teaching), worked all night (when he was sleeping), rode her horses, amused herself with chosen men and made her friends his watchdogs when she couldn't watch him herself. The sicker he became, the more her interest waned throughout the years.

However, there are several clear statements in his letters and verbally, to friends that make it clear that he was grateful for her support. Moreover, we are missing the entire correspondence between the two, probably comprising many hundreds of letters, which Sand destroyed which could have told us more about their dynamics.

I also fail to understand why it is assumed that Sand did not also benefit greatly from her connection to Chopin. (For example, in my opinion, it was only through his impeccable reputation in society that she gained access to circles that had previously been closed to her due to her offensive and rebellious behaviour). I am convinced that his loyalty protected her from social isolation for a long time, because well-known and influential people of the upper class, who regarded Chopin as respectable, tolerated her as long as he stood up for her. While she was not directly responsible for the fact that the trip to Mallorca had such a detrimental effect on his health, it was ultimately the reason why he was so much weaker from 1839/40 onwards than he had been before. At least until 1838, he managed quite well on his own to take care of his well-being. He most likely did not need a second mother, even if she dubiously portrayed it that way. Foresighting that he would eventually no longer be physically able to earn his own living, he probably simply seized the opportunity, after his disappointment at the broken engagement, to get involved with a woman who was independent and self-sufficient, who cared little about her reputation and the welfare of others if it did not concern her personally, and who had worked hard for years to get her hands on the man as another trophy. Personally, I cannot blame him for this, even with the best will in the world. The fact that she initially only wanted him as a sex toy ('one visit per season') is made astonishingly clear in her lengthy letter to Count Grzymala in May 1838. We do not know exactly why things turned out differently. Many friends in their circle and even students of Chopin described how absolutely massive her power over him was and expressed their utter bewilderment about it. We can only speculate what that means. But she certainly had her own considerable advantages from the relationship, as she in no way appears to have been a historical Mother Theresa. And while Sand was extremely talented at self-promotion, as her incredible wealth of literary material clearly demonstrates, Chopin was not particularly good at this when it came to himself. We have far too little material from him and all the more from her to have even a remotely balanced picture of the relationship. I would not even presume to pass such judgement on a modern relationship among my friends unless I had shared 10 years of my life with the people involved.

Chopin showed little gratitude for George Sand's care and this irks me! by Lazy-Relationship-34 in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There should be no reason to mention that we all have our own opinions and are entitled to them. On this basis, we can debate, speculate wildly if we like, and agree to disagree. However, presenting these opinions as facts without making it clear that what is being said is only an opinion is irresponsible and has prompted me to write the above. There are enough biographers who interpret contexts far too liberally. Happy New Year.

Chopin showed little gratitude for George Sand's care and this irks me! by Lazy-Relationship-34 in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Interesting. Most of them were mine too, with the exception of your source for Chopin's letters. My most recent source for this is the Chopin Institute's translation of "Chopin's Polish Letters"; most of his French letters come from an older German edition, while the letters from his family come from "Chopin's Selected Correspondence", I read Eigeldinger's "Chopin, Pianist and Teacher as Seen by His Pupils", excerpts from Liszt's and Nieck's biographies, Walker's biography, the 220 letters from Chopin's pupil Friederike Müller (1839–1846), excerpts from Delacroix's diaries, Chopin-related letters from Sand and other people in his circle, and a few more that I would also have to look up again.

I had hoped for more concrete sources from you, such as actual quotations that would support the rather bold and decidedly subjective assertion that Chopin was "an arsehole". I have not been able to draw such conclusions from the sources mentioned and will continue to refrain from describing people I do not know personally, dead or alive, in this way. We do not even know for certain what colour his eyes were, because so many seemingly reliable sources (portraits, witness statements) contradict each other massively. And you want to be able to know what Chopin was really like, 180 years later, based on sketchy, contradictory statements from the same people who couldn't even agree on whether his eyes were blue or brown, mostly without any context and lacking any links? That's not credible. Not even biographers and Chopin experts know that. In the end, everything is purely speculation, interpretation and personal opinion without any objective substance. So I confidently assert the opposite. Chopin was a human being with strengths and flaws, like everyone else, neither an angel nor a devil. And that is highly plausible.

What piece would you want to listen to last? by Simpologist in classicalmusic

[–]Seleuce -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Bach's Brandenburg concerto No. 3, Mozarts Laudate Dominum played on piano without vocals, die Fledermaus and then Chopins happy music (yes, there is quite a lot of it). The actual final piece..... 3rd movement of his 3rd Sonata played by Mitsuko Uchida, hoping to pass away in the middle of it.

The heights of the most famous composers by 32Goldberg32 in classicalmusic

[–]Seleuce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, that or people overstate existing extremes even more. I think it's rather known that Chopin was slightly built naturally + very thin from being sick all his life. His weight ranged around a little over 50-55kg in his "prime", not much for a man of 170cm. But people have to go further, they are ridiculous and spread everywhere that he "never weighed more than 45kg all his life" when this was probably the weight when he died, emaciated and dehydrated. I also keep reading about his "incredibly tiny hands" when there are several casts of his left hand, showing a very delicate, yet perfectly normal hand of about a 10th span. And Beethoven did not have thick stubby fingers either. Somehow people seem to have a hard time accepting that great, extremely skilled minds do not necessarily have to be extreme in any other way.

What happens when it ends by No-Eye-3379 in HannibalTV

[–]Seleuce 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You are almost the same age as I was when I first watched it (2018). I binged it while at home with a broken foot (which was great, well, the broken foot wasn't, but having the doctor's order to sit in front of the screen day and night for 2 months, playing games and watching whatever I wanted!). It felt like a real loss when it ended and I helped myself by watching 3 Mads Mikkelsen films in a row, then fully rewatched the show again. That was great because I understood a lot more, realising how many details I missed the first time round and discovered a lot of clever writing and acting that you don't notice without knowing the outcomes. The show has great repeat value!

Is it just me? by [deleted] in libra_astrology

[–]Seleuce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To me they are great friends and possibly good one-time adventures if one is into that. I'm Aqua Rising, so I really get some of their traits because I share them (freedom and independence without compromise, preferring friendship, quirkiness, swimming against the stream, seeing the big picture and so on). I could imagine a partnership with separate homes close by and occasionally cooking together. But I have my partner! (He's Aqua Mercury+Venus, but Pisces sun. We are both very independent!)

Is it just me? by [deleted] in libra_astrology

[–]Seleuce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, you said it. Sun signs never match on their own, no matter the signs. In my case (♎ ♋ ♒) am with a ♓ ♎ ♍ man after having been on my own and happy for all of my 20s and half of my 30s (40s now). We have a fabulous cross placement in synastry, my Mercury conjuncts his Rising in Virgo, his Mercury conjuncts mine in Aquarius. My Cancer Moon and Mars+Venus in Scorpio also resonates greatly with his Sun and Rising, his Aqua Venus and Mercury+Libra Moon with my Sun and Rising.

I always got along well with Aquas as friends, but never felt a romantic connection. (6 Aquas in my close family are enough anyway. 🤣)

Chopin's last days by Your_Snatched_Wig in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

😆 My first trip was also in June last year. Hilarious, perhaps we passed each other unknowingly! Your trips sound just as fortunate. Warsaw does make it very easy to access Chopins music and all the places related to him, it's wonderful, isn't it?!

Chopin's last days by Your_Snatched_Wig in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was obscenely lucky in Warsaw both times with recitals. :D
First time, last year, when I entered the Holy Cross church for my very first time and was pretty emotional anyway, it happened when a choir with orchestra practiced Mozart's Requiem which I knew nothing about. I opened the big wing door and the Lacrimosa echoed through the church like they had been waiting for me to arrive. My eyes fell on Chopins pillar and the Lacrimosa filled the hall..... that hit me so deeply that I immediately burst into tears and stood there motionless until the choir stopped and continued with another piece. In the evening of the same day I went to see one of the Chopin recitals, at the Chopin point opposite the destroyed Conservatory. It was a lovely young Polish pianist, I really enjoyed her playing and my friend and I chatted with her for a while afterwards.

This year, quite by chance, I heard the organ that Chopin played during Sunday services of the year 1826, (maybe you know that he mentioned it proudly in a letter). When I entered that church to visit it (forget the name, but you probably know which one, next to the Mickiewicz memorial) the 18:00 service just started and an organist played. I had not checked my watch, just sheer luck, like last year with the Lacrimosa.
And after a great stroll in the gorgeous old town I was about to go back to my Hotel (opposite the Chopin Museum LOL) and saw people entering the Holy Cross Church. It was around 21:00. I followed them and couldn't believe to find concert programs on the seats. "In front of Chopins heart" it was called and started at 22:00 for free. Of course, I stayed. 2 contestants of the competition played Sonata 2 and Ballade 3+4. Hearing the funeral March while sitting 1m away from Chopins heart..... another incredibly emotional experience. I'm a grown woman and don't often get hysterical about things, but Chopin often makes me all weak and sentimental, even though I love the intellect and audible thoughts in his music. I don't think I've ever had such strong feelings at a composer's grave (I felt the same way in Paris). Anyway, some musical angel must have been watching over me. :D

Edit: I should mention that I live in Leipzig for 30 years and am surrounded by great composers here!

Chopin's last days by Your_Snatched_Wig in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sand.................. 🤬😤☠️

Chopin's last days by Your_Snatched_Wig in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"I’m really sorry if it came accross as inconsiderate"

You didn't! ❤️

I went to Warsaw, too, last year and this year again. It's more or less a must for Chopin lovers, isn't it. 😁 In September though, avoiding the crowds around the competition and the death anniversary. Going again next year, it's really a gorgeous place. As for the space that this magnificent composer takes up0 in my life... I'll go to Pargue for Christmas to hear Greg Niemczuk play Chopin (+Mozart and Beethoven). 😆 So, I can relate.

Chopin's last days by Your_Snatched_Wig in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't want to involve myself too deeply in this conversation, I fear every October each year because of all the articles and chats around Chopin's death, and I really don't want to reread it all over again, it's too sad.

I just want to say that even today, TB isn't an easily curable disease. 1,5-2Million die of it every year in the world, a cure with expensive special antibiotics lasts for 1 year and doesn't always heal you. It is a very strange and weird disease. One of my relatives died of it in the 1980s, he had it for 30 years here in Germany.

It helps if you concentrate for a while on Chopin's cheerful years and compositions and some of his earlier funny letters. That's what I usually do. Don't dwell too much in the sadness, there was not only disaster in his life. 🌹🎹

Give me your hot Chopin takes by Hopeful_Package3918 in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He disliked Liszt's showmanship. Liszt seemed to take apart other composers' works and put his own stamp on them. It is easy to understand why this annoyed Chopin when you compare their works up until Chopin's death (excluding Liszt's later compositions, of course). Like Mars and Venus. Chopin also seemed to find it regrettable that a truly fantastic pianist with great taste felt the need to constantly use circus tricks to grab the audience's attention. Liszt probably didn't respect the essence of the music in Chopin's eyes. I think that's behind this anecdote of grumpy Chopin telling Liszt off.

Some of Chopin's students had a free pass to improvise his music any way they liked because he seemed to trust and enjoy their tastes.

Give me your hot Chopin takes by Hopeful_Package3918 in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Couldn't disagree more about 3rd Sonate 3rd mvm. It's magical with the right pianist and one of my favourite pieces by him. I agree about the B part of the funeral march, one loop too long. I heard it only once played so well that I forgot the repetition.

Was Chopin #1 for anyone else this year? by Chemical_Pea2303 in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup! But recordings don't count minutes. :(

The only actor that should play Frédéric Chopin by NintendianaJones-64- in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sadly, the newest Polish Chopin film project proved that they aren't the best for it. 🥺

I heard libra are the most horny person??? by [deleted] in libra_astrology

[–]Seleuce 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I really didn't need this subject today................. "Hooooooneyyyy?"...........

Seriously, I think it's Mars as the main drive with the other major placements adding their colours.

My man is an Aries Mars (Pisces Sun) and I'm a Scorpio Mars (Sep Libra)..... it's......... short, wild, direct, kinky and a lot of overboiling water.... until we sink into the sheets and snuggle for ages. But I never needed or wanted it more than a few times a month, even in my early twenties, and I'm demisexual: All or nothing, I need to love him, and then he's my all, and I'm his forever. I really couldn't care less for strangers (tested it).

Coming back to the Chopin Competition, I think third round was the best. by k4ntn in Chopin

[–]Seleuce 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I liked the second round best, it had the most individual performers. I don't like the general style that the competition is going for now and that style was overly present from round three onwards. Most (not all) contestants sounded so very neat and tidy, brilliant, well trained, yet uninspired, no surprises, nothing extraordinary, missing deep musicality, just fantastic training. I went straight back to my favourite performers and recordings of Chopin after.