Frederic Chopin: Polish Supreme Poet of the Piano

Chopin's father was French; his mother was Polish.  All of his life Chopin remained true to Poland, even though he lived the latter half of his life in France.  He devoted his life to composing for the piano and teaching wealthy children how to play it.  His disliked large concerts and gave only a few during his lifetime.  Most of his performances were for small, intimate groups of friends.  He was the first great nationalistic composer. 

Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-flat minor, Op. 35

Horowitz plays Chopin Polonaise Op. 53 in A flat major