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megakentar

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I'm both deeply in love with Chopin's Barcarolle in F# and his Ballade in f minor.
I can't make a decision on which one to play.
This is my question to you:
Which piece do you personally like better?

I'm also open to any other suggestions.

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parishrut

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Re: Which CHOPIN?

Reply #1 on: February 21, 2012, 01:30:46 AM

Barcarole sounds more romantic, while the ballade is sadder and eerie. Your choice!

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j_menz

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Re: Which CHOPIN?

Reply #2 on: February 21, 2012, 02:39:57 AM

Why not do both ?- then it's simply a question of which first (answer, the Barcarolle).

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megakentar

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Re: Which CHOPIN?

Reply #3 on: February 24, 2012, 04:15:49 AM

Why the Barcarolle first? If you don't mind me asking.

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j_menz

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Reply #4 on: February 24, 2012, 04:19:35 AM

I think the barcarolle is a little easier, so (1) won't take as long, and (2) is good prep for the ballade.

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megakentar

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Re: Which CHOPIN?

Reply #5 on: February 24, 2012, 04:20:37 AM

I see! All right! Thank you so much for your input!

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werq34ac

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Reply #6 on: February 25, 2012, 11:20:55 PM

Wow, those are hard pieces. Barcarolle isn't to be underestimated, it looks easier yes, but by no means is it easy. If it IS easier than the 4th ballade then only by a little.

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j_menz

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Reply #7 on: February 26, 2012, 12:27:02 AM

Yeah, but I think the Ballade is more musically challenging. These things are always a matter of personal strengths/weaknesses.

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