The tribute of applause which the public paid to this clever artist was very great; the concert-piece with orchestra (the Variations) especially pleased.
This was written after the first concert, and printed on August 22, 1829.

From the criticism on the second concert, which appeared in the same paper a week later (August 29), I cull the following sentences:-- Chopin performed a new Rondo for pianoforte and orchestra of his own composition.

This piece is written throughout in the chromatic style, rarely rises to geniality, but has passages which are distinguished by depth and thoughtful working-out.
On the whole, however, he seems to be somewhat lacking in variety.

The master showed in it his dexterity as a pianist to perfection, and conquered the greatest difficulties with felicity.

A longer stay in Vienna might be to the advantage of his touch as well as of his ensemble playing with the orchestra.