When the Fat Lady Sings

[bena]

I haven't read the other crits, so forgive me if I repeat. I do absolutely adore the feel of this piece, but have certain issues with the musicality mentioned. Chopin often wrote staccato music, (as young children we learned the cheat that Chopin stood for chopping---not something I would associate with "elegant." ) If you wish to stick to this composer, I'd suggest you name the piece, such as Nocturne Opus 9, no. 2----although that might seem too wordy, you could always just use Nocturne. Personally, I'm so morbid, I'd choose Beethoven's requiem in D min. But that's just me.

Also one minor note: soft song, violins, doesn't sit well with the image of crickets rubbing their legs together, which is harsh sound to my ears. Just a thought.

Beautiful work, though.