About Frédéric Chopin
Frédéric Chopin (1810-1849) was a Polish composer and virtuoso pianist of the Romantic era who wrote primarily for solo piano. He gained and maintained renown worldwide as a leading musician of his era who wrote melodies of unparalleled beauty.
Famous Works
- Nocturne in E-flat Major, Op. 9 No. 2
- Ballade No. 1 in G minor, Op. 23
- Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor, Op. 11
- Etudes, Op. 10 including the "Revolutionary Etude"
Did You Know?
Chopin often finished his pieces spontaneously and is known never to have used a public address system—he preferred salons to concert halls!