August 18, 2024 | Szafarnia, Poland
On August 18, 2024, pianist Paul Ji delivered a captivating solo recital at the Chopin Centre in Szafarnia, immersing the audience in the lyrical world of Chopin’s piano music. Paul’s Concert at Chopin Center has a historical significance according to the center that Chopin spent the summer here exactly 200 years ago. The program highlighted Paul’s profound understanding of Chopin’s artistry, combining technical mastery with expressive depth.
The recital opened with the complete 24 Preludes, Op.28, where Paul’s interpretations revealed the full spectrum of Chopin’s emotional and musical landscapes—from moments of delicate introspection to passages of dramatic intensity. Each prelude was performed with clarity, nuance, and an evocative touch that captivated listeners.
After intermission, the program continued with Ballade No.2, Op.38, a work of narrative depth and technical brilliance, followed by the radiant Andante Spianato et Grande Polonaise Brillante, Op.22, whose elegance and grandeur brought the evening to a brilliant close.
Full Program:
Part I
- Chopin — 24 Preludes, Op.28
Intermission
Part II
- Chopin — Ballade No.2, Op.38
- Chopin — Andante Spianato et Grande Polonaise Brillante, Op.22
The audience responded with enthusiastic applause, moved by Paul’s sensitive phrasing, musical insight, and virtuosic command of the piano. The performance at the Chopin Centre offered a deeply memorable afternoon, celebrating Chopin’s enduring legacy and Paul Ji’s artistry as a pianist of exceptional promise.
The audience responded with enthusiastic applause, moved by Paul’s sensitive phrasing, musical insight, and virtuosic command of the piano. The performance at the Chopin Centre offered a deeply memorable afternoon, celebrating Chopin’s enduring legacy and Paul Ji’s artistry as a pianist of exceptional promise.
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