Write a Romantic Piano Nocturne like Chopin with Dr. Olyver

Write a Romantic Piano Nocturne like Chopin with Dr. Olyver

Delve into the expressive world of Frédéric Chopin and learn to compose nocturnes with the passion and delicacy that have enchanted pianists for centuries. Ideal for advanced composers and performers, this course focuses on the intricacies of Chopin’s piano style and is perfect for those wishing to explore Romantic-era techniques.

What You Will Learn:

• Techniques for creating expressive, lyrical melodies and intricate ornamentation.
• Exploring Chopin’s unique harmonic language and his use of chromaticism.
• Developing left-hand accompaniments that complement and enhance the right-hand melody.
• Using rubato and phrasing to convey emotional depth and fluidity.
• Understanding Chopin’s approach to form and variation within the nocturne style.

Course Format:

• 5 x 45-Minute Online Sessions – Conducted on Zoom, each session is tailored to help you explore Chopin's musical language with hands-on guidance from Dr. Olyver.

• Get targeted homework assignments to complete in-between lessons designed to elevate your skills, accompanied by detailed feedback

• Spread the 5 lessons out to be as close together or as spread out as you like.