Story Of Chopin In Words And Music

Frederic Chopin (Composer), Ingrid Haebler (Performer) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Performer: Ingrid Haebler
• Composer: Frederic Chopin
• Audio CD (April 16, 1995)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Vox (Classical)
• ASIN: B000001KCP
• Also Available in: Audio Cassette
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #106,811 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #91 in Music > Children's Music > Stories

Track Listings

1. Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor, Op. 11, CT. 47: Allegro maestoso (Excerpt)

2. Scherzo for piano No. 2 in B flat minor, Op. 31, CT. 198: Excerpt

3. Polonaise for piano No. 6 in A flat major ('Héroique'), Op. 53, CT. 155: Excerpt

4. Mazurka for piano No. 39 in B major, Op. 63/1, CT. 89: Excerpt

5. Introduction and variations on a German Air ('Der Schweizerbub') for piano in E major, KK. IVa/4, CT. 227 (B. 14): Excerpt

6. Waltz for piano No. 1 in E flat major, Op. 18, CT. 207: Excerpt

7. Mazurka for piano No. 23 in D major, Op. 33/2, CT. 73: Excerpt

8. Ballade for piano No. 4 in F minor, Op. 52, CT. 5: Excerpt

9. Prelude for piano No. 20 in C minor, Op. 28/20, CT. 185: Excerpt

10. Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor, Op. 11, CT. 47: Rondo-vivace (Excerpt)

11. Polonaise for piano No. 5 in F sharp minor, Op. 44, CT. 154: Excerpt

12. Etude for piano No. 12 in C minor ('Revolutionary'), Op. 10/12, CT. 25: Excerpt

13. Waltz for piano No. 7 in C sharp minor, Op. 64/2, CT. 213: Excerpt

14. Nocturne for piano No. 2 in E flat major, Op. 9/2, CT. 109: Excerpt

15. Waltz for piano No. 6 in D flat major ('Minute'), Op. 64/1, CT. 212

16. Fantasy-Impromptu for piano in C sharp minor, Op. 66, CT. 46: Excerpt

17. Etude for piano No. 3 in E major, Op. 10/3, CT. 16: Excerpt

18. Nocturne for piano No. 5 in F sharp major, Op. 15/2, CT. 112: Excerpt

19. Prelude for piano No. 15 in D flat major, Op. 28/15, CT. 180: Excerpt

20. Polonaise for piano No. 3 in A major ('Military'), Op. 40/1, CT. 152: Excerpt

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Editorial Reviews

This hour long CD intersperses about 30 minutes narration of the composer s life with his most important pieces of music, followed by about 30 minutes of uninterrupted music. Recommended by Laura Berquist Syllabus Grade 2Author: Music Masters SeriesGrade 1 - 8 Audio CD Publisher: Vox Music MastersUPC: 0-47163-85022

Customer Reviews

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10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars BEAUTIFUL MUSIC/WAY TO LEARN ABOUT CHOPIN & HISTORY, September 19, 2007

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This review is from: Story Of Chopin In Words And Music (Audio CD)

The music is so wonderful, perhaps a better description is that the music is so beautiful that it almost seems surreal - Wow! So breathtaking, so Chopin!!! Add to the music, a great written biography on Chopin's life and you've got one incredible hour of enjoyment/learning. The first 1/2 hour mixes Chopin's story with his music; the second 1/2 hour is some of Chopin's greatest works! Great for that long drive in the car, or doing stuff around the house - you are learning! The whole family will have fun learning about Chopin's music, history, Poland, France, Liszt Etc. Just a wonderful way to learn. The CD and music are well done and recorded. Chopin's music is performed by world renowned pianist Ingrid Haebler(Chopin would be very pleased). A must for every piano teacher and Chopin enthusiast! It's just amazing what Chopin went through, and still be able to become: "The greatest composer for piano in the world!" Well done; Bravo!!!

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars UNDISPUTED , GREATEST COMPOSER FOR PIANO EVER: POLISH ICON: FRYDERYK CHOPIN, August 8, 2008

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This review is from: Story Of Chopin In Words And Music (Audio CD)

Chopin is the most famous composer for the piano. Did you know that Chopin is Polish and that he created the modern piano style! He also change the nature of the piano, making the piano what it is today. Mr. Chopin wrote over 200 pieces for the piano. Chopin is the true classical pioneer of the piano. As the CD says, Chopin kept the spirit of the Polish people alive through all the wars and invasions from Russia and Germany and others. Chopin was a gentle intellectual musician, and would help his beloved Poland with his music, as it has done to this day.

The story is mixed with his story and music. As you listen, you'll say, "I didn't know Chopin wrote that!" At the end of the story, some of Chopin's greatest pieces are played by Ingid Haebler; soooooooooo moving and beautiful! This is a superb learning tool and a very classy gift idea. Classy, academic, fun learning and just superb! Vamos a Escuchar!

5.0 out of 5 stars Chopin was and is wonderful!!!, May 8, 2010

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This review is from: Story Of Chopin In Words And Music (Audio CD)

"Hats off gentlemen, here is a genius." This is a quote from the story regarding Chopin. Anyone who is interesting in Chopin will love this CD that tells his story while being interspersed with his music.