Do you know what a nocturne is?
Think of the night, Nocturnes are part of music. They are compositions inspired by the night. I've been listening to Chopin and he did something like 21-24 nocturnes. They are world famous and well known to anyone who plays the piano. They typically have lyrical melodies and a reflective mood. Once l had looked into what nocturnes are l went back and listened to Chopin again. I could hear it, a reflective night time mood. We all know that there is a different feel to the night compared to daytime and l think you can hear that in his music. Chopin was only 39 when he died. He had years of ill health and l think you can hear almost melancholy in his music too. Chopin's nocturnes were for virtuoso piano and are beautiful to listen to. If you have time today listen to some of his music and see if you can hear the music of the night.
