Thank you so much. Very happy it was of service to you. I am happy to answer any questions. The Raindrop is a real masterpiece and I never get tired of practicing and performing it. Best wishes, Marjan

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There are two editions that are always good to buy: the Paderewski edition and the Henle edition. Comparing the two, the Paderewski shows more fingering. The Henle binding is more sturdy and will last a long time. The Paderewski is very useful if you are learning new mazurkas. However, fingering should be used as suggestions only. You don't need to follow exactly the fingering if something is not comfortable.

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I am very pleased that this might change your mind and appreciate your approval. This nocturne is a wonderful piece.

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Thank you. Marta Eggerth was my mother.

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Thank you, happy that you liked my presentation on the Raindrop Prelude.

Thank you very much for your comment! Your observation is correct, that second turn contains staccato. I believe repeats should be played differently. Very happy that you are putting finishing touches on your own performance of this wonderful waltz. Actually, it's not that often performed but audiences love it. It is always a success when I perform it. And it will be successful for you too. My best wishes, Marjan

Thanks and happy my explanations were useful. I did cover tempo possibilities in my narrative from 8:00 minutes to 10:00. I took the pace that is right for me. But I also offered suggestions on different tempi which are fully acceptable when performing this piece. I even encouraged playing it slower and gave examples. I would recommend recording yourself on an iPhone or other device to see where you want to be in your own performances. And happy to answer any other questions you may have.

Thank you for reaching out. I did not say Chopin “composed” the Raindrop prelude in Mallorca. I said Chopin traveled to Mallorca and was “working” on this prelude. The story of Chopin imagining hearing the monks chanting, was right out of George Sand’s personal diary. The question of tempo is extensively covered in my narrative from 8:00 minutes to 10:00. I stressed that I was offering merely “suggestions” as to different tempi which are fully possible when performing this piece. I even encouraged playing it slower for those who wish to do so, and gave examples. And, that “Sostenuto” is an indication of slower but not necessarily “slow”. The pace I took was right for me. For others it might be different - and that is totally fine. Thanks for tuning in and happy to answer any other questions you may have.

@@PatriaProductions Hello🤗 Thank you for your reply ( you are correct about Chopin hearing the monks chanting indeed George Sand wrote that herself. And i wanna say sorry for my negative comment ( i should not said that, im really sorry for that sir ) the fact you give this reply on my comment says everything about you ) so again im really sorry for my behavior i really respect you. I wish you the best and a good day 🤗 greetz Jessica

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@@Jessica-si5wo No problem at all Jessica. You have the right to your opinion and I am happy that I could clarify my position. Best wishes, Marjan

I quite agree with your observations. Chopin was a trend setter from which all composer-pianists who came after Chopin were influenced by him. Thanks for tuning in. Marjan Kiepura

This mazurka is very famous and a great piece to learn and perform. So I encourage you to proceed. The most important thing is to capture the spirit of the mazurka rhythm so that it really stands out. The biggest technical challenge is the arpeggio in bar 7 and the skip in bar 8 which is repeated throughout the piece. Try practicing that section by playing each note twice to smooth out that passage. As you continue to learn and improve, record yourself to see how you are progressing. If you have other questions, I would be happy to answer them. Best wishes, Marjan

Thank you so much for the response, I really appreciate your input Marjan!

Thank you very much for your comment Yes, I have many other videos. Please visit www.patriamusic.com for complete list of videos and podcasts.

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I am Jan Kiepura's son. Yo soy su hijo, Marjan Kiepura.

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Thank you very much! I am grateful for your comments. Best wishes, Marjan

Excellent piece to learn and to of fun to play. It is among of favorite of the Chopin mazurkas.

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Thank you for your comment. I hope you like my performance and happy to answer any questions. Marjan Kiepura

I am Jan Kiepura's son, Marjan Kiepura and I thank you for your comment. Best wishes.

Hope this was of assistance. Thank you, Marjan Kiepura

Thank you very much for your comments about my father Jan Kiepura and my mother Marta Eggerth. Much appreciated. Best wishes, Marjan Kiepura

It's one of the most famous mazurkas and a lot of fun to perform. I wish you success in performing this piece. Marjan Kiepura

Thanks, glad you like it. Marjan Kiepura

Thank you . Very happy you like it. Marjan Kiepura