A newly unearthed waltz composed by the Polish musician and composer Frédéric Chopin was found in a library in New York, sparking widespread enthusiasm within the classical music world.
While organizing historical artifacts at the Morgan Library and Museum in Manhattan, Robinson McClellan stumbled upon a weathered manuscript bearing Chopin's signature, as the New York Times reported.
He shared the mauscript with Chopin expert Jeffrey Kallberg, who said "My jaw dropped."
The UPen professor added, "I knew I had never seen this before."
After a comprehensive investigation, experts found that the music in question is Chopin's hidden waltz.
This discovery is said to have been made between 1830 and 1835, during Chopin's formative years in his early twenties, and represents a break from his customary musical approach.
Compared to Chopin's other waltzes, this one stands out for its shortness, lasting just 48 measures with a repetition, or around 80 seconds.
Noteworthy for its dynamic markings, such as a triple forte indicating the highest volume level, this composition in A minor captivates with its unique attributes.
At a prestigious event held in Steinway Hall in Manhattan, Lang Lang flaunted his musical talent by performing a waltz for the audience of the New York Times.
He said, "This is not the most complicated music by Chopin but it is one of the most authentic Chopin styles that you can imagine."
