Jeremy McMillan:

>A lot of people I know hate classical music.  When I play the piano at
>school, I have to play a modern piece just to satisfy everyone.  Even when
>I play a fiery or gallant piece, such as the "Revolutionary" etude or the
>"Heroic" polonaise by Chopin, my peers would tell me to play something
>else.  IT'S TORTURE!

Unhappily classical music is a minority taste - you will just have to
accept it.

However, you MAY be reaching somebody with your Chopin - you never know!!!
One piece can do it, as is apparent from the "How did you get started"
thread.  You might also enjoy playing some music which is excellent but
perhaps not mainline classical.  I suggest some Gershwin or Joplin.  This
might get some of your friends interested, but of course, do it only if you
find the music rewarding.

Bernard Chasan