The beginning opens with an A major chord and continues in a typical polonaise rhythm. The key then changes into D major in the middle of the polonaise for a trio section, after which the opening is repeated with no changes except disregarding the repeat signs. The piece is almost entirely played forte or louder, which makes for a bombastic performance.
Original Name | Polonaises |
Date of composition | 1839 |
Dedicated to | Julian Fontana |
Type | Polonaise |
Tonality | C Minor |
Catalogue | Op. 40 |
Instruments | Piano |
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Autotranslations beta |
Frédéric Chopin: Polonaises n°2 en do mineur, Op. 40 Fryderyk Chopin: Polonaises n. 2 in do minore, Op. 40 Frédéric Chopin: Polonaises Nr. 2 c-moll, Op. 40 |