Fryderyck Chopin (jan 1, 1810 – jan 1, 1849)
Description:
*"Nocturne"**Mazurkas*
The “Poet of the Piano” (composed almost exclusively for that instrument)
Born in Poland; studied at the Warsaw Conservatory
After 1831 Revolution, spent remainder of his life in Paris
Preferred salon performances to public concerts
Had a relationship with author George Sand
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Date:
jan 1, 1810
jan 1, 1849
~ 39 years