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CHOPIN Frédéric
Emblematic figure of the Romantic style, Frederic Chopin is one of the most famous pianist of his time. His influence extended throughout the Western music future.
After starting in Poland, he chose to settle in France. He arrived in Paris in late September 1831, the Parisian artistic community allowed him to exercise his talents and achieve celebrity. He carried on a relationship for 9 years with the French woman writer George Sand.
Renaissance
The revival of interest in Greek and Roman culture between the 15th and 16th century influenced significantly the art in general and especially music.
The beginning of the Renaissance in music is a point of debate but the end date is hardly contestable because it marked the entry into the Baroque period. Invention of printing allowed a wide dissemination in Europe and took part in outbreak of many composers.