I usually need a lot of time to be completely alone with the particular piece, the composer, and the instrument. I also prefer a very quiet atmosphere, and I usually choose pieces that are very close to my personality, my heart. I think the audience can feel it.
Rafal BlechaczIt's important to play the pieces that you feel you can play well. It was always my dream to play Bach - my first love and fascination - Chopin, and Szymanowski.
Rafal BlechaczA great artist can really enter the logic of any particular mazurka and fully understand the language of Chopin's music.
Rafal BlechaczOnce I started playing the piano, after my first small competition, I realized that the piano was the right instrument for me.
Rafal Blechacz