These classical improvisations were actually improvised at the piano, with no preparation beforehand. The first Improvisation is a powerful, exhilarating piece, full of tremendous energy. The second Improvisation starts softly and smoothly, with a long, winding, beautiful section, until ending powerfully, almost majestically.
Julius Schmidt is a pianist with a unique, emotional sound which encompasses the depth and expressive capabilities of the piano.
His classical piano improvisations are true improvisations. They are all played spontaneously at the piano.
He is also a classical composer, whose style, while tonal, is decidedly modern, yet very different from the style found in contemporary classical music.