Chopin: Scherzo no. 3 op. 39

Welcome to this masterclass on one of Chopin’s most dramatic and virtuosic works – the Scherzo No. 3 in C-sharp minor, Op. 39. This piece combines fiery brilliance with profound lyricism – and mastering it will elevate not just your technique, but also your musical storytelling.

In this course, we’ll break down the core technical challenges – including the powerful octave technique required for the opening, how to control crisp, clean staccato articulation, and how to shape long lyrical lines with natural phrasing and expressive rubato.

We’ll also focus on the dazzling scalar runs and demanding right-hand passages – and I’ll show you specific strategies to practice these efficiently and musically, while keeping your hands relaxed and in control.

Whether you’re preparing this for the concert stage, a competition, or simply for your own growth as a pianist, this course will guide you through the technical and interpretative depth that makes this Scherzo so electrifying.

Let’s begin!