John Field: Siciliano, H.28

John Field (26 July 1782 – 23 January 1837), was an Irish pianist, composer, and teacher and is widely credited as the inventor of the nocturne. While other composers were writing in a similar style at this time, Field was the first to use the term 'Nocturne' specifically to apply to a character piece featuring a cantabile melody over an arpeggiated accompaniment. He was 27 years old when Chopin was born.

He was born in Dublin into a musical family, and received his early education there, in particular with the Italian composer Tommaso Giordani. The Fields soon moved to London, where Field studied under Muzio Clementi. Under his tutelage, Field quickly became a famous and sought-after concert pianist. Together, master and pupil visited Paris, Vienna, and St. Petersburg. Ambiguity surrounds Field's decision to remain in the former Russian capital, but it is likely that Field acted as a sales representative for the Clementi Pianos.

Field was very highly regarded by his contemporaries and his playing and compositions influenced many major composers, including Frédéric Chopin, Johannes Brahms, Robert Schumann, and Franz Liszt. Although little is known of Field in Russia, he undoubtedly contributed substantially to concerts and teaching, and to the development of the Russian piano school.

Notable students include Prussian pianist and composer Charles Mayer, the Franco-Russian composer Alexandre Dubuque, and Polish pianist and composer Antoine de Kontski.

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[pietrolandri]

Very interesting the syncopated rhythm around the first minute that renders an atmosphere that is extremely advanced for the period and that creates a stunning contrast with the traditional Siciliano rhythm (a dreamy melody, almost nocturnal). The suspenseful end when you believe the dreamy melody will never end is another coup de genie and very well played
I didn't know this small jewel although I am a big fan of Field (including the gorgeous piano concertos)

[marikomariko]

What a gem.... I always lament that John Field is so rarely played. He is a wonderful composer and deserves much better! Thank you for this beautiful piece. 💕

[StasSagittario]

You play perfect.. Thank you!
Field is known in Russia, of course, not as widely as Glinka or Tchaikovsky, but known .. and loved .. I visited his grave in Moscow several times ..

[seancregomusic]

Love Field! I’ve played all of his Nocturnes over the years, but haven’t gone back to check out these other gems! I often forget how little known he is.

[Frances]

Thank you for sharing. It's another beautiful piece.

[IrmandadeAlmatica]

👁️🏆👁️This piece is beautiful and simple. His fidelity and dedication to research as a pianist is wonderful. 😀🎹🎧🎤🧔👵👴

[anaivanovagranada]

Thanks for músic performer!!!
Thanks for suscribe of composer.

[MrInterestingthings]

Now I see why Chopin always has an introduction in his Ballades and even in the impromptus and valses ! Oompah Oompaaahpaah! John Field was a sensation in his day and now I see WHY! Whn this music is well played one sees where Chopin comes and how he flowered with his genius . So this makes me want to find Kalkbrenner and know more about MOscheles who I already know is wonderful ! So I will seek andfind more 19th century savants !

[eloisadomingo]

Una preciosidad con una espléndida interpretación!!!!🥰😍

[krzysztofkak]

Lovely piece, great performance! Thank you for sharing!

[valentina-hippe]

Großartig präsentiert! 🎹 Sehr herzlich und liebevoll. Danke.🌹

[olga_piano]

An interesting fact unknown to me before is that Field was the inventor of the nocturne. A lovely piece. It probably wasn't difficult for you to play it right off the sheet the first time. Beautifully played. Thanks!

[kittie]

Эта темочка в точности как главная тема в трехголосной инвенции Баха ми минор