Frederic Chopin

Frederic Chopin (1810-1849), a Polish-French composer and pianist of the Romantic era, was renowned for his emotive and expressive piano compositions, such as the "e;Nocturnes"e; and the "e;Revolutionary Etude."e; Chopin's innovative approach to melody and musical form left an indelible mark, making him an influential figure in 19th-century classical music. Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Chopin's history. A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composer's life story.