October 19, 2024 | Paris, France
On October 19, 2024, young Franco-American pianist Paul Ji made his highly anticipated Paris debut at the prestigious Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, delivering a recital entirely devoted to the music of Frédéric Chopin. The concert marked a significant milestone in Paul’s career, showcasing his deep affinity for the Polish composer and his exceptional artistry.
Among the audience were France’s leading cultural officials, the former president of the Marguerite Long International Piano Competition, and the Global Chairman of Warner Classics. The concert also received strong support from the Polish community, who praised the performance as “a deeply moving tribute to Chopin’s spirit and legacy.”
The program, titled “A Night of a Walk with Chopin”, took the audience on an emotional journey through some of Chopin’s most beloved works. The first half featured the dramatic Ballade No. 2, the lyrical Nocturne Op. 27 No. 2, and the monumental Sonata No. 3, each performed with nuanced expression and technical brilliance.
After intermission, Paul presented a selection of Chopin’s Études (Op. 10 No. 1, Op. 10 No. 5, Op. 10 No. 10, Op. 25 No. 6), demonstrating his virtuosic command and interpretative depth. The evening continued with the complete 24 Préludes, Op. 28, capturing the rich tapestry of moods and colors within Chopin’s music. The recital concluded with the radiant Andante Spianato et Grande Polonaise Brillante, Op. 22, leaving the audience in awe of its grandeur and elegance.
Full Program:
Part I
- Chopin — Ballade No. 2
- Chopin — Nocturne Op. 27 No. 2
- Chopin — Sonata No. 3
Intermission
Part II
- Chopin — Études: Op. 10 No. 1, Op. 10 No. 5, Op. 10 No. 10, Op. 25 No. 6
- Chopin — 24 Préludes, Op. 28
- Chopin — Andante Spianato et Grande Polonaise Brillante, Op. 22
The performance moved many listeners to tears, and the final standing ovation lasted several minutes. As reported by French cultural media, the evening was “an exceptional meeting of poetry, power, and precision.” Following the concert, a long line of audience members waited patiently for Paul’s autograph, with some staying until late into the night to share a few words with the artist.
This recital was more than a concert—it was a defining moment for the Paris music scene in the autumn of 2024, and a milestone that firmly establishes Paul Ji as one of the most compelling young pianists on the international stage.
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