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In autumn 2024, the Morgan Library in New York announced a sensation: in a legacy, curator Robinson McClellan had discovered a postcard-sized manuscript of a waltz in a minor with the inscription “Chopin”. Chopin experts all over the world have meanwhile scrutinized and confirmed the authenticity of the manuscript: undoubtedly an autograph by the Polish composer, it is moreover the short waltz of a hitherto unknown original work. Scholars and pianists have since then fallen into a waltz fever! 

In close collaboration with the Morgan Library, G. Henle Publishers has the privilege to present the first Urtext edition of the new Chopin waltz: in addition to the musical text edited by Jeffrey Kallberg, it also offers a facsimile of the autograph. In his epilogue, the internationally renowned Chopin researcher provides fascinating observations concerning the genesis and intention of the small composition. We were able to engage star pianist Lang Lang, who introduced this sensational discovery to the world with his premiere recording, to supply the fingerings. A gem for all Chopin fans and piano aficionados!

Urtext Edition

Frédéric Chopin Waltz a minor with facsimile
Editor: Jeffrey Kallberg
Urtext Edition, paperbound
HN 1303

$12.95 available

$12.95 available

Morgan Library and Museum


The Morgan Library and Museum in New York will be exhibiting the autograph of Frédéric Chopin's Waltz in A minor, discovered in 2024, from 13 May. Stay tuned for more information.


World Premiere Recording by Lang Lang

The fingerings for this first Urtext edition have been provided by star pianist Lang Lang, who introduced this sensational discovery to the world with his first recording. You can listen to his playing in the video below and then try it yourself - it's not that difficult!