Waltz in A minor (Chopin)
Waltz in A minor, B. 150, KK IVb/11, P. 2/11, often designated as No. 19, is a waltz for solo piano composed by Frédéric Chopin. The waltz was written sometime between 1843 and 1848, but was not published until 1955, over 100 years later.[1]
Analysis
The mood of the piece is unclear, showing great sadness at times but also hinting at happiness and hope. The first theme of the piece uses a simple but effective melody, conveying a sad portrait, with decorative ornaments used throughout. The second theme is more interesting and lively, although it still has a certain sadness. About halfway through the piece, there is a modulation into A major, featuring a happy and joyful melody. The piece concludes with the main theme, followed by a short coda.[1][2]
References
- ^ a b Allmusic
- ^ Chopin's Waltzes – A historical research, Piano Society
External links
- Score
- Waltz in A minor, B. 150: Scores at the International Music Score Library Project
- Waltz in A minor (posth.) on YouTube, played by Shani Diluka