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Chopin Etude Op. 10 No. 1 in C major "Waterfall Etude" (Performance) - YouTube

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I thought I would present one of my favourite etudes ever - 10/1 from Chopin! Enjoy this video. Horowitz famously didnt want to perform this etude in public!...

I thought I would present one of my favourite etudes ever - 10/1 from Chopin! Enjoy this video. Horowitz famously didnt want to perform this etude in public! Some background info on the piece: Composed in 1830, this etude is the first in a set of twelve studies that explore various technical challenges faced by pianists. The "Waterfall Etude" features cascading arpeggios that descend and ascend the keyboard in a mesmerizing and fluid manner, resembling the sound of a waterfall. Beyond its technical demands, the piece also requires good timing and intelligent use of pedal. It is also widely…

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