Waltz in A minor (Chopin)

The waltz was written sometime between 1847 and 1849,[1] but was not published until 1860, after the composer's death, by Jacques Maho.

[3] This waltz is structured as a single movement in rondo form marked allegretto.

The first theme of the piece uses a simple sad melody with decorative ornaments used throughout.

The second theme is more lively, punctuated by a brisk ascending arpeggio, although it still has a certain sadness.

About halfway through the piece, there is a modulation into A major, featuring a joyful melody.