A curator at a museum in New York City has discovered a previously unknown waltz written by Frédéric Chopin.
Tuesday, October 29, 2024 11:18PMA curator at a museum in New York City has discovered a previously unknown waltz written by Frédéric Chopin, the first time that a new piece of work by the Polish composer has been found in nearly 100 years.
"Chopin famously wrote in 'small forms,' but this work, lasting about one minute, is shorter than any other waltz by him," adds the statement. This research included analysis by paper conservators who found that the paper and ink match those that Chopin normally used. This dated the manuscript to the 1830s, a museum spokeswoman told CNN Tuesday.
Chopin was known to sign manuscripts that were gifts, but this one is unsigned, which the museum says suggests that he ultimately decided against giving it away. The museum spokeswoman said that the work "offers a look into Chopin's creative process," particularly given its short length and "some interesting dynamic markings."
"Our extensive music collection is defined by handwritten examples of the creative process and it is thrilling to have uncovered a new and unknown work by such a renowned composer," said Colin B. Bailey, museum director, in the statement.Chopin died in Paris, France, at the age of just 39. He's one of Poland's most famous sons, and his name adorns the airport serving the capital Warsaw, as well as parks, streets, benches and buildings.
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