Boris Berman at the Royal Northern College of Music - Frédéric Chopin: Scherzo No. 1 in B minor, Op. 20 - Piano Masterclass DVD

UPC: 5065001314407

Product Features

• Instructor: Boris Berman, world-renowned pianist and teacher.
• Institution: Filmed at the Royal Northern College of Music, UK.
• Composer: Frédéric Chopin.
• Piece: Scherzo No. 1 in B minor, Op. 20.
• Student: Sophie Dee.
• Format: DVD - Region-free, NTSC.
• Running time: 57 minutes.
• Aspect Ratio: Widescreen 16:9 Anamorphic.
• Sound: Stereo.

Overview

Esteemed pianist and pedagogue Boris Berman presents an exceptional masterclass focused on Chopin's Scherzo No. 1 in B minor, Op. 20. This DVD, filmed at the Royal Northern College of Music, captures Berman’s expertise as he guides student Sophie Dee through the complexities of one of Chopin’s most powerful and dramatic works.

Berman, born in Moscow and a student of Lev Oborin at the Moscow Conservatory, has had a distinguished career as a soloist and recitalist. His collaborations with notable contemporary composers such as Alfred Schnittke, Edison Denisov, and György Ligeti further highlight his diverse musical contributions. Now head of the piano department at the Yale School of Music, Berman has continued to influence generations of pianists.

This masterclass provides a unique learning experience for both piano students and classical music enthusiasts, showcasing not only Chopin’s emotional depth but also Berman’s mastery as an interpreter and teacher.

Interesting Facts

• Boris Berman’s recordings of Sergei Prokofiev’s complete piano works are highly acclaimed, further solidifying his reputation as an expert on 20th-century Russian music.
• Chopin’s Scherzo No. 1 is often regarded as one of his most challenging and dramatic compositions, featuring rapid passages, intricate dynamics, and emotional contrasts.
• The Scherzo No. 1 was composed during a turbulent time in Chopin's life and reflects his profound emotional expression.
• The Masterclass Media Foundation aims to create a vast archive of teaching from the world’s greatest musicians, with this resource made available for generations of music students and teachers.

Publishers

• Masterclass Media Foundation: A non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the knowledge and teachings of the world's greatest musicians through filmed masterclasses.