Who Really Was Frederick Chopin?

[@Petros106]

Such an informative presentation nicely enhanced by your playing! I had no idea Ms Sand was so self serving and Machiavellian. Chopin's music -- at least for piano -- is without peer IMO. His output was phenomenal especially when one considers the era in which he lived forced him to create his compositions using quill pens and candle light. A talent like Chopin's simply defies comprehension. Thank you so much for your excellent video.

[@KristinBolden]

Thank-you so much! I’m really glad that you enjoyed the video. Machiavellian is a good word to describe Sand. It does seem that her focus was on self-interest, she lacked empathy, and held a disregard for morality. Those who knew her accused her of being abusive in relationships. Chopin was truly one of the great composers from the past. I also love his music! It’s so true that composing would have been much more challenging in that era, and he was often sick. We are so blessed to be able to enjoy the music of Chopin today!