At the heart of a concert pianist’s journey is the study and mastery of classical music. From Baroque masterpieces by Johann Sebastian Bach to the lush symphonic works of Ludwig van Beethoven, the intricate piano compositions of Frédéric Chopin, or the evocative works of Franz Liszt, classical music is vast and varied. The pianist’s role is to understand the nuances of each piece—its structure, dynamics, and emotional depth—and to translate that understanding into a performance that speaks to the listener’s heart.