Judy Darst, Chopin Nocturne, Op. 9, No. 3

[equitater]

Am playing it again now and plan to use it this year in amateur Competition. It is such and introspective piece. I think one could work on it for a very very long time and still want to work more on it!

[thinkgreenlovepurple]

So beautiful and graceful.. I really enjoyed your playing. Nocturne 9/3 is one of my favourite nocturnes. Sometimes practising is frustrating... after watching your performance I want to practise right now-- thank you. :)

[zzzzzzzzzz202]

nice piano

[equitater]

@zzzzzzzzzz202 Schimmel 6' 3" Chippendale.

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[MaoNaiJi]

Very nice. But I think the Agitado should be a little faster and brighter.

[equitater]

@MaoNaiJi Yes thanks...When I re-do it sometime I am sure it will be different.

[gradius55]

Great performance! I have a question - when you have several notes in the right hand vs the left hand, does it matter where the notes connect? Or can I just let the right hand go free as long as I maintain the tempo with the left hand?

[equitater]

@gradius55 Well...yes it makes a difference. When learning it divide up the notes so you know where the L.H. note falls. You have an uneven group of notes on top and even below. Practice slowly until it moves. The beat has to continue.

[gradius55]

@equitater

I guess I need to pay more attention to those details. A perfect example is the first nocturne (op 9 no 1). When you have 22 RH vs 12 LH. Is it ok for any notes to connect besides the first note of the measure? I try to create a staggering effect with no notes connecting in the RH and LH. I don't know if my method is correct.

[equitater]

@gradius55 I have not played this Nocturne...but i would say that SOME notes fall together. Listen to recordings of it, you should be ale to tell.

[kristinparker22]

Fantastic, beautiful, wow . . . as someone who has studied the piano, I know how hard it is to phrase things beautifully and play by memory. It's definitely the hardest thing I've ever attempted so when I see someone like yourself ace it, I just . . . hat's off! Bravo!

[equitater]

That is one of the nicest compliments I have gotten. i really really love this piece and am so pleased it shows.  THANKS!!

[equitater]

Not compared to a Steinway, Boesendorfer, or some of the other big names. Piano stores are really hurting right now, it is a good time to get a good deal!

[equitater]

Nah, I'm taken! Judy

[equitater]

It is a 6' 3" Schimmel Chippendale. Great piano when it is newly worked on by a fine technician. Thanks.

[idtifg]

Judy...My,my, my...Phyllis Cole coould not have played better...or maybe ???

Remember me? ...smiles...love...

P Cole

remember the earring rolling down the aisle at R.Serkin???????

[OldRabit]

Absolutely beautiful! I enjoyed your playing very much! ♥ ***** ♪♫♫♪

[equitater]

Thanks so much, Annie is truly wonderful!! You must be so proud. Judy

[ThatRachGirl]

Very sensitive and lightly playful - I like your interpretation and tone quite a bit (it really sings with headphones on).

Everyone slips up - I do, also - but as a performer, I would refrain from shaking my head at 1:11. I hope I don't sound severe through the text, because really, I'm not at all serious. :D It's cute and all, but just act like nothing happened. It would be better to leave them doubtful as to whether you made a mistake *rather* than confirming it, no?

[equitater]

gosh, You are REALLY observant! I didn't feel I made a mistake as such, but had a note or two that didn't sound. I was not shaking my head for that reason, but interesting that you interpreted it as such. I surely could have re-recorded this to try for a better reading....but just didn't. Thanks for commenting.

[robertpetoe]

Dear Mrs. Darst, I like Your performance very much. It is absolutely beautiful, delicate and moving.

[equitater]

Robert, Thank you so much, your performance is indeed lovely. I think a wonderful piece like this Nocturne is constantly evolving. I know if i did it again today it would be slightly different. That is what keeps it fresh and interesting!

[littorine]

très mélodieux.

[equitater]

Though I don't speak French I think this says very melodic?? Thank you so much!

[Yesslith]

You play this beautifully. I really love this particular Nocturne.

[equitater]

Thanks1  I love it...and it is not heard very often.

[narblug]

Judy, your playing is sensitive, musical, and very clean.

Congratulations!

Best wishes, Barbara

[equitater]

Thank you, What a very nice thing to say!

[jpianiste]

Judy, I love the way you play this beautiful Nocturne! Inspirational! --Julie

[equitater]

Thank you so much,  where are you from?? Judy

[jpianiste]

Julie from Bend!! --

[equitater]

Oh...for crying out loud!

[donsgard]

Hi, Judy. I think I saw this one before. Has it been online for a while? Didn't you also play this at Carleton in your recital on June 19? Thanks for uploading "Soiree de vienne" from that recital at Carleton. I just listened to it again. I remember liking it a lot when I heard it originally, but it sounds even better now, as does this Chopin. I guess your videos mellow with age, like a fine wine. Best wishes, Don O.

[equitater]

Don, This has been online only since Sept. but yes I did play it at Carleton. Thanks!! Judy

[KLFishel]

Lovely tone. Nice interpretation of this Chopin nocturne.

[equitater]

Thanks so much. Isn't this fascinating !! A whole crowd waited until the very end to post. Judy

[KLFishel]

Indeed it is! By the way -- I love the quarterhorse pic! I have a couple of those myself! What could be better than music and horses? :)

[wyattcashnewman]

Bravo! It sounds absolutely lovely!

[equitater]

Wow, Wyatt is now into music?? Thanks! Judy

[ThePianoamateur]

Beautiful sounding instrument, beautiful home,

beautiful artist, nice perfomance. Thank you.

[equitater]

Thank you so much!  Judy

[melaniejsnow]

Hi Judy, so great to see/hear you again. This is one of my favorite Chopin Nocturnes and your interpretation is just stunning.  Best wishes to you. I hope all is well.-Melanie

[equitater]

I think you have been working VERY hard this year. Very good performance of a difficult work!

[larchmontmark]

Hello, Judy! Beautiful, sensitive, PERSONAL playing, as always!

It's a special delight to hear you play Chopin.

[equitater]

Thanks so much and congratulations on Warsaw! Judy

[smfierros]

Beautiful playing. I can tell you really love this piece.

[equitater]

Thanks a lot! Yes I do love this piece, do not have a coach right now so i have to be motivated. I did it years ago but needed to do it again.

[rsfpiano]

Congratulations on this very nice performance with good Chopin style, beautifully played.

[equitater]

Thank you so much Robert. Congratulations on Warsaw!!

[wildejag]

Ah, its so relaxing and you are giving it such a nice chance to unfold. Beautifully done Judy. The end just floats into heaven. 5*****.

[equitater]

I feel very honored to hear that from you! Thank you!!

[dmcII]

Very nice ! BTW I couldn't quite make out what kind of piano that is. It sounds great. What make/model is it (and how big) ?

[equitater]

Thanks so much, It is a Schimmel 6' 3" Chippendale.

[dmcII]

Its a beautiful sounding instrument (and I suspect its even better in person). And you play it wonderfully !

[equitater]

I love the "mellow" European sound.

[equitater]

Why thank you, it is comfortable!

[utubuser10]

you have a beautiful home.

[BecsteinDude]

Your Chopins are exquisite!!!

[equitater]

Thank you! How nice to hear.

[da615]

Graceful, expressive playing! Please post more piano videos on YouTube. :)

[equitater]

I have several videos, go to Equitater on youtube. Thanks!!

[da615]

I did a search and found them. Wonderful!!

[bobekelund]

Beautifully played and one of my favorite Nocturnes. Lovely approach.

[equitater]

Thanks so much, your Brahms is really powerful!

[babyman9]

Beautiful.  In so many ways