The Polonaise in A-flat major, Op. 53 (French: Polonaise héroïque, Heroic Polonaise) for solo piano, was written by Frédéric Chopin in 1842. This composition is one of Chopin's most admired compositions and has long been a favorite of the classical piano repertoire. The piece, which is extremely difficult, requires exceptional piano skills and great virtuosity to be interpreted at a high degree of proficiency. It is also very physically demanding, and according to Adolphe Gutmann, Chopin played it more gently than most performers. The polonaise was dedicated to Auguste Léo, a German banker and friend of Chopin.
| Tempo | Alla polacca e maestoso |
| Date of composition | 1842 |
| Type | Polonaise |
| Tonality | A-flat Major |
| Catalogue | Op. 53 |
| Instruments | Piano |
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Frédéric Chopin: Polonaise en la bémol majeur, Op. 53 "Heroic Polonaise" Fryderyk Chopin: Polonaise in la bemolle maggiore, Op. 53 "Heroic Polonaise" Frédéric Chopin: Polonaise As-dur, Op. 53 "Heroic Polonaise" |