3 Mazurkas (No. 1 in A minor, Op 59 No. 1)

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Chopin wrote many works in the Mazurka form, a traditional Polish dance in triple time and with a lively tempo. The opening number in this trio of Mazurkas is highly chromatic, although it portrays a warm and comforting vision. Composer: Frédéric Chopin Performer: Francesco Piemontesi (Piano) Recording date: 25 January 2011 Date of broadcast: 01 June 2011