<p>ZHANG Yunling</p><p>A solid and impressive young musician, with considerable potential.  I found the choice of repertoire not particularly conducive to showing a wide range of expressive tools, but this did not really harm her in any major way.</p><p>Op.10 No.12 was accurate and strong.  But the work is a passionate outpouring of the most noble and aristocratic kind. The sweep and grandeur of the right hand should really be magnificent in its structure and dramatic design.  I felt that this performance was almost entirely centered on the left hand.  It need much more scope and range.</p><p>Nocturne Op.15 No.1: This was a sensitive performance, with care and thoughtful attention to sound and legato.  Perhaps a more imaginative and personal concept could be encouraged.</p><p>Scherzo: This work illustrated Ms. Zhang’s splendid and reliable technique in the outer sections and a careful interpretation of the middle section, if not outstanding in its inventiveness and inspiration.  She needs to experiment with sound and flexibility in her lyrical-less muscular-playing.</p>