Water Profile: Frédéric Chopin "The Poet of the Piano"

Romantic Era composer, Frédéric Chopin, known as "the poet of the piano" became famous in Paris, first for his private piano performances at the musical soirees of the aristocracy and social elite. Even though his keyboard style was uniquely individual, highly stylized and often technically demanding, his piano performances were noted for their nuance and sensitivity. During his short lifetime, despite giving only 30 public performances Chopin was regarded as the greatest piano virtuoso of his time.