The 21 nocturnes are more structured, and of greater emotional depth, than those of Field (whom Chopin met in 1833). Many of the Chopin nocturnes have middle sections marked by agitated expression (and often making very difficult demands on the performer) which heightens their dramatic character. COUNT 5
QSN1 How many nocturnes did Chopin compose? ANS1 21 QSN2 What is it about the middle of Chopin's nocturnes that increases their drama? ANS2 agitated expression QSN3 Chopin's nocturnes were more structured than who? ANS3 Field QSN4 What year did Chopin meet Field? ANS4 1833 QSN5 Which type of Chopin's compositons were difficult for perfomers due to their middle sections? ANS5 nocturnes