Chopin’s masterpieces. Popular classical music.
Are you looking for famous piano pieces and beautiful melodies?
Here are some masterpieces and recommended works by Frédéric Chopin, a pianist and composer who represents the early Romantic era in Poland.
Chopin composed as many as 21 nocturnes, and he also left a wealth of piano works in many other styles—such as mazurkas, waltzes, and polonaises—which is why he is known as the Poet of the Piano.
Let yourself be captivated for a while by the beautiful melodies woven by Chopin.
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Chopin’s masterpieces. Popular classical music (151–160)
Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-flat minor, Op. 35, III. “Funeral March”Frederic Chopin
Piano Sonata No.
2 in B-flat minor, Op.
35, composed by Frédéric Chopin.
Among its movements, the third is especially famous, affectionately known as the “Funeral March.” Its grave melody and rhythm leave a profound impression on listeners, making it a masterpiece among masterpieces.
The march was composed in 1837, and the entire work was completed in 1839.
At the time, Chopin was staying at George Sand’s manor, where he appears to have carried out the final touches.
The work consists of four movements, from Grave to Presto, and in each movement the composer’s musical genius is fully displayed.
It is also said that at Chopin’s funeral, this movement was performed in a string ensemble arrangement.
Piano Sonata No. 2, Third MovementFrederic Chopin
No.
2 is one of the three sonatas Chopin left behind.
Among its movements, the third—also known as the “Funeral March”—is particularly famous.
In Japan, it became widely known after being used as the game-over music in a popular arcade game in the 1980s.
With its eerie, haunting melody layered over a growling left-hand accompaniment, the piece is both unsettling and unforgettable.
When you play it, try to convey the weight of your whole arm into the keys and aim for a deep, resonant sound.
Piano Sonata No. 3 in B minor, Op. 58, Fourth MovementFrederic Chopin
Chopin’s masterpiece, Piano Sonata No.
3 in B minor, Op.
58, Fourth Movement, is striking for its intensity and brilliance.
The key highlights of this work are arguably the opening and the ending.
The opening, with its repeated modulations, creates an overwhelming sense of immersion.
The ending, true to the rondo form, is crafted with fierce energy.
This piece is renowned for its high level of difficulty.
While it may not rank among the very hardest works even for advanced players, it approaches that level of challenge.
In particular, the difficulty of the third edition/variant is quite high—be sure to check it out.
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor, Op. 11 – II. Romance: LarghettoFrederic Chopin
A concerto by the Poet of the Piano that many pianists praise as “the most beautiful among Frédéric Chopin’s works.” Its appeal lies in the structure where the piano leads with lyrical melodies, gently supported by the strings.
Said to embody Chopin’s feelings for his homeland, this piece is also popular as wedding and reception background music, cherished as one of the indispensable selections for creating moving moments.
Why not create lasting memories wrapped in its romantic atmosphere?
Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor, Op. 21 — Second MovementFrederic Chopin
The second movement of the piano concerto that Frédéric Chopin composed at the age of 19.
It was written with his first love, Konstancja Głąbówna (Konstancja Gładkowska), in mind.
Though he never confessed his feelings to her, he expressed his bittersweet longing in this movement.
In a letter to a friend, he wrote, “I composed this Adagio (the second movement) thinking of Konstancja.” The middle section shifts dramatically in mood, evoking Chopin’s inner turmoil over his unspoken love.
It’s a perfect piece to listen to while thinking of someone you love.
Immerse yourself in its achingly beautiful melody.
Prelude in A major, Op. 28 No. 7Frederic Chopin
More people might recognize it as “that Ohta Isan tune!” than as “Prelude in A major, Op.
28 No.
7.” It’s about a minute long and proceeds at a relaxed tempo throughout, making it approachable even for beginner pianists.
A prelude was originally something played improvisationally on keyboard instruments like the piano.
When performing Chopin’s Preludes, don’t just string together the notes on the score—try playing freely while imagining the music you want to express.
Chopin’s masterpieces. Popular classical music (161–170)
Prelude No. 15 “Raindrop”Frederic Chopin
Raindrop-like repeated notes—drip, drop—create a beautiful effect in the piano piece “Raindrop” by the Polish pianist and composer Frédéric Chopin.
Its formal title is Prelude No.
15 from the 24 Preludes, Op.
28.
Structured in an A–B–A form, it moves from the gentle rain of the opening, to the intensifying, forceful downpour in the middle section, and finally to a calm ending as the rain subsides.
Throughout, the persistent repeated A-flat note vividly evokes the beautiful scene of a rainy day.
Though a short work of about five to six minutes, it is a piano piece that superbly captures the sound of falling rain.
