Rondo in E-flat major (Chopin)

The Rondo in E-flat major, Op. 16, sometimes called Introduction and Rondo, is a classical composition by Frédéric Chopin, written in 1833.^[1] It was dedicated to Caroline Hartmann.

Analysis

The piece is written in rondo form, it begins with a passionate introduction in C minor, this is followed by the joyful main theme in E-flat major. The second theme is still lively, but somewhat more subdued than the first. To conclude, the main theme returns, followed by a virtuosic coda. The piece as a whole is very varied and interesting, but challenging for the pianist. An average performance of this work lasts around 10 minutes.^[2]

References

Rondos by Frédéric Chopin
Rondo in C minor, Op. 1 Rondo à la mazur in F major, Op. 5 Rondo in E-flat major, Op. 16 Rondo in C major, Op. posth. 73 (versions for solo piano and two pianos) Rondo à la Krakowiak, Op. 14
Études Mazurkas Nocturnes Polonaises Preludes Waltzes List of compositions by Frédéric Chopin by genre List of compositions by Frédéric Chopin by opus number

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