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. The piece is almost entirely played forte or louder, which makes for a bombastic performance.
| Date of composition | 1838 |
| Type | Polonaise |
| Tonality | A Major |
| Catalogue | Op. 40/1 |
| Instruments | Piano |
| Autotranslations beta |
Frédéric Chopin: Polonaise en la majeur, Op. 40/1 "Military Polonaise" Fryderyk Chopin: Polonaise in la maggiore, Op. 40/1 "Military Polonaise" Frédéric Chopin: Polonaise A-dur, Op. 40/1 "Military Polonaise" |