Chopin Etudes - Get ready with me! Exam Prep at German Music University

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Komentáře • 340

  • @mintu5931
    @mintu5931 Před rokem +1250

    I love the part where chopin says its choping time and choped all over the piano, truly a chopin moment of all time

  • @Rudy92284
    @Rudy92284 Před rokem +394

    As a fellow pianist, that internal monologue is too true. I always had to make it a point to sit down at the piano and tell myself that nobody cares anyways and to just play. No thinking and let the music flow.

    • @tovielmcvay6455
      @tovielmcvay6455 Před rokem +10

      Same here. Each and every time I play piano, I have that same monologue. Just let the music flow and I have to tell myself that u know what you’re doing, just play 😊👍🏽

    • @dumisanibhengu599
      @dumisanibhengu599 Před rokem +3

      I can relate to this...helps me all the time.

  • @renegrosheintz-laval9146
    @renegrosheintz-laval9146 Před rokem +122

    Annique!! I really hope you read this before your exam: when the auditorium is full, the echo will be significantly reduced. You must be ready for that. Wishing you the very best for your exam!!

  • @tommasocona
    @tommasocona Před rokem +109

    The sheer idea of playing all the 24 etudes in a single concert is equally terrifying and electrifying, you really don't lack the courage and a certain amount of insanity to undertake such a quest. Best of luck
    Btw I really like your general interpretation more focused on line and melody and less on technical bravura, it is evident since the op 10 n. 1, too often used just as a show off of "look how fast I can play arpeggios"

  • @shamsheed1726
    @shamsheed1726 Před rokem +21

    My new bug. Watching amazing pianists with text narration.
    Takes us on the mental, physical and emotional journey with you. The frustration, the elation, the pain. All mixed in one.
    Keep up the great vids

  • @mageprometheus
    @mageprometheus Před rokem +17

    Now I've heard this I need to resist spending the next 3 hours listening to Copin. Gets me every time.

  • @Vic9994546
    @Vic9994546 Před rokem +57

    Such an accomplishment to master the whole set of Chopin etudes! Hope your piano journey flourishes to your life’s content! Beautiful

  • @grannysmith8587
    @grannysmith8587 Před rokem +39

    I look forward to being in the audience and crossing my fingers for you during your exam ☺
    Thx for the sneek preview 😄

  • @windbreaker57
    @windbreaker57 Před rokem +76

    Im never one to go overboard, but if this is the way you play just to prepare, ans this is the way you sound, Annique, I love every one of YOU, and every nuance of your every note. I will be praying for strength, clarity, and courage at every minute of your performance.

    • @timokapornyai3266
      @timokapornyai3266 Před rokem

      A yes… I hear the bells of simp alert are ringing. ~ Beethoven

  • @jpdj2715
    @jpdj2715 Před rokem +209

    Lots of echo in the hall and you want to sound crispy. There's this story about Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli (ABM) who was to play Carnegie Hall (~2,000 seats). He wanted a crisp sound that still was appreciated at the back rows. ABM assumed that all those people and their clothes would absorb so much of the higher frequencies that this would have a dulling effect. So he instructed his piano tuner/technician to voice the piano brighter. When that man was done, ABM played the instrument and said, "make it brighter". Supposedly the voicing was repeated two times, still.
    He played the concert and the next morning in one of the reputable US newspapers (like NYT or WP), the reviewer wrote that ABM had played beautifully, only the piano sounded ugly bright.
    Moral of the story: an empty concert hall has more echo than one filled with people. And, a reviewer on row 11 center front of stage has a different experience than a listener at row 25. And, don't make it too bright. You probably do not have access to a technician who would voice the piano for you (by working the felt of 88 hammers), so that's a given. But still.
    Or if you have a choice of different instruments, you could ask for the Fazioli that has more delineated notes (but a bit less sustain).

    • @grahamlyons8522
      @grahamlyons8522 Před rokem +10

      Fascinating.

    • @jpdj2715
      @jpdj2715 Před rokem +4

      @Martin Baldwin-Edwards - thank you for your addition to make this even more fascinating. Yes, calling him oddball is a good alternative to enigmatic.
      One less serious remark: what? A Baldwin plays a Yamaha?

  • @TheSunlex
    @TheSunlex Před rokem +11

    Ich empfehle, zur Prüfung sicherheitshalber ein Tuch mitzunehmen, um ggf. die Tasten trocken bzw. sauber wischen zu können. Ich musste mal auf einer schmierigen Tastatur spielen, was richtig viel Nerven gekostet hat. Zu Deiner Prüfung werde ich nicht kommen, weil ich aufgeregter als Du wäre. Ich könnte es kaum durchstehen. Alles Gute für Dich! 🍀

  • @cookbake9153
    @cookbake9153 Před rokem +18

    Sadly I can't be there to hear you play live, but we can hear through the whole internet and back how great it sounds even if you're still in your preparing phase. I wish you all the best for your exam, and thank you for your insights in this video; love your way of playing and approaching the piano so much!

  • @brucecrane9605
    @brucecrane9605 Před rokem +15

    BRAVO ! Standing Ovation. I'm in absolute awe of your skill. Fun for me, hope it was fun for you.

  • @gerardpaire304
    @gerardpaire304 Před rokem +21

    Elle joue très très bien, avec beaucoup de sensibilité. Être capable si jeune de jouer les 24 études d'affilée est une sacrée performance ! Bravo !!

  • @neilkilleen3911
    @neilkilleen3911 Před rokem +4

    I like Marc-Andre Hamelin's approach to performing where he says he is "making an offering" to the audience. So it's up to the audience to utilise that offering however they will. He says this is one reason he does not get nervous when performing. I like this thought process.

  • @paultaylor1814
    @paultaylor1814 Před rokem +3

    Good luck on your exam. That's a lot of Chopin to cram into your head all at once. I'm sure you'll do great. Just relax, concentrate on the music, and forget everything else around you.

  • @acaruzs4900
    @acaruzs4900 Před rokem +8

    Good luck!
    We're all cheering for you!

  • @marea.6511
    @marea.6511 Před rokem +19

    You honestly sound so good!! I always really like your interpretation of these etudes (especially the op 10 no 3 and 9). Hope to see you live one day when you're performing near me. Good luck finishing up your exam preparations!!

  • @jgbusquets
    @jgbusquets Před rokem +11

    For people who don't live there and follows you It would be nice to be able to watch the concert online 🙂

  • @MattHorn59
    @MattHorn59 Před rokem +5

    It really is a gift to hear you play!! I’m so glad i stumbled upon your first 1 minute 10 minutes 1 hours challenge

  • @gariculus
    @gariculus Před rokem +5

    You’re amazing. I wish I could be there to hear you. I ❤ you.

  • @christophercoates2120
    @christophercoates2120 Před rokem +16

    That was beautiful! Talent, hard work, and perseverance, truly pay off! You will do excellent on your exam!😀

  • @aritomoshinozaki7124
    @aritomoshinozaki7124 Před rokem +5

    You have found a wonderfully musical and elegant voice for the etudes! You will be great!

  • @ReiAyasuka
    @ReiAyasuka Před rokem

    Literally every one of your videos is worth its time

  • @lohann_x
    @lohann_x Před rokem +10

    Omg, your performance is gonna be amazing if it sounds just as in the video, you're such an awesome pianist ❤️✨

  • @misaelmoralesbalbuena3533

    You are my inspiration annique, 🥰 I play the piano for u and ur tips.

  • @janicebrightwood
    @janicebrightwood Před rokem +4

    Omg, you must have an amazing memory 😅 I’m doing my grade 8 piano, hopefully in November. You are my inspiration!! Good luck for your exam, you’ll nail it absolutely 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

  • @daunehartman9286
    @daunehartman9286 Před rokem +2

    I don't care what anyone says, she is an Awesome classical pianist, love watching her, plus she has such a sense of humor!!! 💜
    Am relearning how to play the piano, used to sing, first Soprano, not now, so I have have a new passion in music, my piano. Mostly self taught. Try to play every day! My repertoire is first four pages of Moonlight Sonata, Exodus, Feelings, a few etudes, and an exercise that my mom taught me, she played the piano quite well, and now I am learning Fur Elise by Beethoven. I love Classical. After this I will tackle George Skaroulis's "Divinity of Dogs", gorgeous piece.

  • @journees4300
    @journees4300 Před rokem +7

    I think there will be less echo when there is audience in the hall. So far so good. I wish you all the best for your exam.

  • @francescololiva5826
    @francescololiva5826 Před rokem +24

    That was so beautiful! Can't wait to hear full etudes! You're my inspiration annique 😘

  • @balazskalvin712
    @balazskalvin712 Před rokem +1

    I'm 32, I started to learn all the etudes, and now I found your channel. What a happy coincidence! 😀I'm sure the concert will be amazing.

  • @danielvictor8007
    @danielvictor8007 Před rokem +3

    What a kindly girl, what a nice playing, what a beautiful compositions ♥️♥️

  • @myrk_
    @myrk_ Před rokem +6

    I want to go to the concert so badddd but it's too far away :') We'll be cheering you on from all over the world, you totally got this!! And don't panic if you get a note wrong, nobody's perfect :~

  • @antekketna7080
    @antekketna7080 Před rokem +5

    Annique, you are a very tough person and an incredible pianist. GOOD LUCK!!

  • @drumclef3241
    @drumclef3241 Před rokem +3

    I love your c major etude must be one of the most thought out renditions I’ve heard slightly

  • @martienbrands8224
    @martienbrands8224 Před rokem +5

    I really enjoyed this. You’re a wonderful player. Technically and musically. Fingers crossed and thumbs up!

  • @user-vq9cl2my9b
    @user-vq9cl2my9b Před rokem +15

    Annique you 're truly amazing ! Your interpretation is wonderful ! I wanted to ask if you could make a video where you explain how to make an inner voice sound louder when it's a part of a chord. I need this because I currently practice Mozart's sonata no 8 in a minor first movement and there is a part in the development that focuses on that technique . It would be really nice of you if you could do this 😊

  • @plantlove3006
    @plantlove3006 Před rokem +3

    Sounds soooo good already! I‘m super impressed

  • @philippmiller1126
    @philippmiller1126 Před rokem +2

    It's not just the Steinway that sounds amazing.... i love your sound 🤩

  • @JGTay-rp8hf
    @JGTay-rp8hf Před rokem +2

    All the best for your exam! Appreciate your hard work and talent. You are beautiful, generous and an inspiration! 💖

  • @mwsc04
    @mwsc04 Před rokem +5

    Sounds great, Annique, keep it up and don't overthink. You'll do great. Don't forget slow practice!

  • @einfachnurkaan1891
    @einfachnurkaan1891 Před rokem +2

    Werde auch dabei sein. Ich freu mich!

  • @kaladinstormblessed2211
    @kaladinstormblessed2211 Před rokem +3

    Great to see the insights on what goes into a concert! Thanks for this and good luck for the exam!

  • @ericastier1646
    @ericastier1646 Před rokem +6

    Only someone like me who has spent years with those etudes and is nowhere near being able to play them all, or even more than two, can appreciate your achievement. Supposedly after mastering them, the whole repertoire becomes a piece of cake, so that might be the biggest hurdle of your entire career, well done !

  • @Anna-lr7tf
    @Anna-lr7tf Před rokem +4

    I looooove your style of playing 🥰😍 Good luck for your exam, I'm sure it will be awesome 😊

  • @emilyzahora3330
    @emilyzahora3330 Před rokem

    I’ve been playing the piano since I was about 7 (30 now) and I am always amazed at this level of expertise. I wish my fingers were that agile and expressive. Super impressive!

  • @alessandralombardini-parks1604

    You sound wonderful Annike! The piano sounds quite bright on its own and most of the eco will dissipate as the hall gets filled with people. (Invite lots of people, all your friends, aquaintances... the baker ...the butcher ...anyone you know! ). Love your interpretation of the etudes and don't worry about wrong notes now, you never whant a perfect dress rehearsal. My piano teacher (long performing career besides teaching) used to say that a few wrong notes the day before the performance/exam are a good omen that you will play very well on performance day. On the other hand, whenever I played perfectly (by my own standard of course!) the day before the exam, I always messed it up at performance day 🙂! Indeed, she was right! But above all, I hope you will enjoy yourself on the day of the exam; because if you do, you will be creating a happy memory that will last you a lifetime Are you going to have your sister recording the performance? (please forgive my selfish thought!). You can do it Annike, go for it!

  • @bjb0808
    @bjb0808 Před rokem +4

    Incredible. How do you ever remember all this?! To me it's nothing short of a miracle.

    • @Quickness_Fitness
      @Quickness_Fitness Před rokem +3

      The miracle of practicing 8+ hours every day for over 20 years

    • @bjb0808
      @bjb0808 Před rokem

      Well, that means there's hope even for the less-than-miraculous me. 🤣

  • @wedemeyerr
    @wedemeyerr Před rokem +9

    Das konzert wird göttlich😉
    Im Gegensatz zu den Videos aus deinem arbeitszimmer wirkst du sichtlich nervös. Das musst du nicht. Du bist eine sehr gute und routinierte pianistin. Das wird schon werden😊😊😊

  • @jeffreythaw3333
    @jeffreythaw3333 Před rokem +3

    You will do just fine, Annique.

  • @jamescottone9882
    @jamescottone9882 Před rokem +3

    This is so great! I hope you are so proud of yourself! I love the "cello" etude.

  • @kertu9784
    @kertu9784 Před rokem

    my dad also is in the music university and played the same songs. Love you ❤

  • @renatobdacosta
    @renatobdacosta Před rokem +1

    From Brazil... Wishing you a great performance on the 14th!

  • @anitamilicevic5121
    @anitamilicevic5121 Před rokem +3

    Bravo!! I'm sure you will pass the exam with the highest mark! I hope to listen to you play live in Belgrade some day 😊 Good luck!

  • @loving-everyone-equally

    I played 12 of them and nothing equal to the way you play them. You're good kid.🙏 BRAVO 🌹

  • @toppii3674
    @toppii3674 Před rokem +3

    Amazing playing but keep in mind that the eco is so big because the hall was empty, probably when it will be full the echo will be so much smaller than that so keep it in mind. Anyway, U GOT THIIISSS

  • @princianorvz
    @princianorvz Před rokem +12

    Ready for Exam!?
    Music:
    Chopin Etudes OP 10. & OP. 25

  • @PlektrumPlays
    @PlektrumPlays Před rokem +1

    I just did a CD recording including the op. 10 for a great pianist here in Germany. Fun to run into them here again :D

  • @bloemundude
    @bloemundude Před rokem +2

    Annique knows how to put the "show" in Chopin.

  • @pedronascimento7235
    @pedronascimento7235 Před rokem +3

    Wow, amazing sound!!! Simply incredible! Bravissimi 👏👏👏

  • @MrTaiese
    @MrTaiese Před rokem +1

    Wow 10-1 was really clear would love to hear all 24 of them great work

  • @LisaRSArt
    @LisaRSArt Před rokem +4

    👏👏👏❤️👍🏼🙌 You are really a fantastic pianist! Brava!

  • @ohtoriginalhimbeertoni

    I am so jealous....
    Stay cool and healthy!
    👌👍😎❤

  • @noramorad560
    @noramorad560 Před rokem +3

    It sounds really good! Good luck on your exam. :)

  • @chaulokting217
    @chaulokting217 Před rokem +2

    Bravo!You are such a musical and talented pianist! Congratulations for you!

  • @fizzfox8886
    @fizzfox8886 Před rokem +1

    good luck on ur exam today!!

  • @sockermom3554
    @sockermom3554 Před rokem +1

    everthing was beautiful, including your dress

  • @katharinap.1249
    @katharinap.1249 Před rokem

    Ich habs grad erst gesehen, aber viel Glück morgen :) habs geliebt dir gerade zuzuhören

  • @gianpa
    @gianpa Před rokem

    You might need to do an exam but truth is, you already have more love and respect than any title can give you.

  • @melvynmsobel210
    @melvynmsobel210 Před rokem

    I enjoyed your playing, interpretations, honesty and comments. The Chopin Etudes! Brave girl! Good luck. XXX

  • @AJ-jg4xi
    @AJ-jg4xi Před rokem

    Bravo! Playing all of Chopin's etudes can be such an exhilirating experience! Well done!

  • @teddysannn
    @teddysannn Před rokem +2

    You did well Annique!! All the best for the concert🤘🤘🤘

  • @xaviergostoli-georges1178

    I love Chopin's études more and more since I listen to you playing them. I will cross the fingers for your exam !

  • @martins341
    @martins341 Před rokem +1

    I wish I could be there. 😭
    Viel Erfolg! Ich drücke beide Daumen!

  • @jimwinchester339
    @jimwinchester339 Před rokem +2

    I've heard you play each of these during your Xmas presents to us, but I had no idea you had to play ALL of them for your final exam. That seems a bit harsh, but fortunately you're completely on top of it all.
    BTW, If Alma Deutscher ever gets around to doing PC#2, I'll recommend that she not play it herself. You and Ms. Dovgen are at the top of the list.

  • @Martinullis
    @Martinullis Před rokem

    Intriguing to me that what you do is both my biggest dream and worst nightmare :,) lots of respect!

  • @LaEve
    @LaEve Před rokem

    Holy shit, you will totally crush it! I believe in you!

  • @louisem2375
    @louisem2375 Před rokem

    Your playing is incredible 😭😭😭

  • @lindokuhlembothwe8639
    @lindokuhlembothwe8639 Před rokem +1

    Good luck with your exam Annique, all the best!!!!

  • @stephanmuller_q
    @stephanmuller_q Před rokem +1

    Mach Dein Ding.
    Ich bin überzeugt, daß es gut wird.

  • @jeremyjeffes8603
    @jeremyjeffes8603 Před rokem +4

    I know everyone else has said this but I’m going to say it anyway. You are an incredible pianist and hugely inspirational to me, especially as I’m thinking of having a career in music when I’m older. You’re going to ace your exam, and I really wish I could come, but it’s much too far away. Good luck! (Not that you need it) :)

  • @markus7894
    @markus7894 Před rokem

    There are a lot of gems! Looking forward!

  • @czechliszt6407
    @czechliszt6407 Před rokem +2

    Loved this, hope it goes well

  • @rianamoegandi8654
    @rianamoegandi8654 Před rokem +1

    Goodluck with your exam! I'm sure you'll do well :)

  • @N1ckUs
    @N1ckUs Před rokem +1

    The last one is my favourite of all times! It has a name "The Ocean" (not sure if it's official) and it makes a lot of sense with that title

  • @RicardoOliveiraRGB
    @RicardoOliveiraRGB Před rokem +29

    You're gonna rock it!
    If I would say something, it's that the first and last etudes of op 10, I think you're pausing way too long after the first note, like before starting the arpeggios with right hand in the op 10-1 and after the first chord, before descending scale in the Revolutionary Etude. I don't know how much it counts as "rubato"-like or if it gets off compass.

    • @kevinm6790
      @kevinm6790 Před rokem

      That’s actually what I liked about the beginnings of those etudes.

    • @JohnTrails
      @JohnTrails Před rokem +2

      I had the same thought about 10-1, but I am not a professional pianist, so I would say I would not presume to second-guess her artistic interpretation.

    • @sebastianstern4752
      @sebastianstern4752 Před rokem +1

      Completely agree. Its not rubato anymore just wrong rhythm.

    • @brunotheiss1
      @brunotheiss1 Před rokem +3

      I like what John Russel said - "I would not presume to second-guess her artistic interpretation".
      Professional musician and music teacher here (nowhere as good a performer as Annique!). It does not get "off compass" - not at all.
      I know you mean well, but sometimes it's just better to listen and to do the active work a good listener should do: to let a new interpretation speak and not immediately compare it to your preconceived ideas.
      Besides, studying at Stuttgart she is getting the best orientation in the world. They would not let her "get off compass". Just trust the professionals who dedicate their whole lives to this repertoire and welcome new-sounding interpretations!
      Music is not dead, it's not about replicating previous performances, so the only expectation you should really have is to be surprised every now and then. Really, that's what the artists are doing with this old repertoire and what separates them from advanced students.

    • @rachelpeham3508
      @rachelpeham3508 Před rokem

      @@brunotheiss1 agreed. Pre-concepts, esp with "overplayed" pieces, really limit you as a listener, if you aren't open for diverging interpretations. Subjective preferences are ok, though.
      For example, Rubinstein's Brahms Intermezzo 118-2 is a rubato beyond my comfort zone. But with Annique's etudes, her freedom really isn't exaggerated. Too much nit-picking and we get a psychotic artist. We don't want that for Annique, especially not close to her exam.

  • @RModillo
    @RModillo Před rokem

    As always, looking and sounding fantastic.

  • @P4n0r4mA
    @P4n0r4mA Před rokem +11

    To play both etude collections by heart is insane by itself. Must be a million notes xD.
    And you play them like a godess! A lot of wrong notes, give me a break xD

  • @nebbykoo
    @nebbykoo Před rokem

    You know, from your perspective, that was just 'okay'. But to me, it was magnificent! You play beautifully.

  • @johnybrug5406
    @johnybrug5406 Před rokem +1

    Nice, this is incredible!

  • @nelegallasch7672
    @nelegallasch7672 Před rokem

    Ich hab am 14. Geburtstag!! Ganz viel Glück bei deiner Prüfung, du schaffst das!

  • @salmonella6051
    @salmonella6051 Před rokem

    THIS WAS SO COOLLL

  • @keyem4504
    @keyem4504 Před rokem

    Good luckb with your exam.

  • @larrygraham3377
    @larrygraham3377 Před rokem

    Really loved this video.
    I'm sure that everything will be just wonderful on the day of your performance. 😍😍😍

  • @whoopwhoop7139
    @whoopwhoop7139 Před rokem

    It's tomorrow - good luck!!

  • @CocoAzoitei
    @CocoAzoitei Před rokem

    Brava! Lovely person and lovely channel, I wish you all the luck with your exam, just think of it as a concert and enjoy it!!! ❤

  • @mateusmargoto4827
    @mateusmargoto4827 Před rokem +1

    You’re playing ALL etudes as an exam? Girl u a fighter…

  • @noalcambioclimatico1666

    You play the piano overwhelmingly nice.

  • @i_like_dinnos2847
    @i_like_dinnos2847 Před rokem +2

    Viel Glück :)

  • @isururanawaka5839
    @isururanawaka5839 Před rokem

    You will do it great.