The Power of Classical Music - Jaime Ochoa

Introduction

• Presenter: Jaime Ochoa
• Reviewer: Mile Živković (Piano)
• Misconception: Some people think classical music is slow and long.
• Personal view: Classical music is fun, beautiful, and exciting.
• Music moves people and evokes dormant emotions.

Personal Journey

• 10 years as a classical musician.
• Started playing piano at age 4.
• Music as passion; cannot live without it.
• Constantly thinking about music.

Interpretation in Music

• Same piece sounds different when played by different pianists.
• Musicians add their own personality and style.
• Every note can be played in multiple ways.

Demonstration

Mozart's A Major Sonata, third movement (Turkish March)

• Original intention: To make fun of the Turkish army.
• Variations:
  • Happy: Played with a sense of joy.
  • Sad: Played with a sense of melancholy.
  • Angry: Played with intensity.

George Gershwin's Prelude Number 1

• Reminds of a bustling city like New York.
• Evokes excitement of city life.

Importance of Every Note

• Advice from a symphony orchestra conductor: "Every note is special."
• Jaime tries to remember this advice when playing.

Music with a Purpose

• Visit to Tohoku, Japan (2011 tsunami aftermath).
• Performed for children and adults in affected areas.
• Goal: To use music to give hope and strength.
• Realization: The courage of people in Tohoku strengthened the performer.

Conclusion

• Aim: To help others through music.
• Belief in the power of music to give hope and make people feel better.

Final Performance

• Chopin's Étude Opus 10 No. 4