When one does a thing, it appears good, otherwise one would… - Frédéric Chopin

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When one does a thing, it appears good, otherwise one would not write it. Only later comes reflection, and one discards or accepts the thing. Time is the best censor, and patience a most excellent teacher.

Frédéric Chopin

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About Frédéric Chopin

Frédéric Chopin (1 March 1810 – 17 October 1849) was a Polish pianist and composer of classical music who lived in Paris from age 21. He wrote almost solely for piano and remains the most widely played composer for that instrument. He also wrote for violin and viola. His music ranged from patriotic, melancholy, passionate to simple and beautiful, and he was known as a great teacher of piano.

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Native Name: Fryderyk Franciszek Szopen

Alternative Names: Fryderyk Franciszek Chopin • Frédéric François Chopin • Fryderyk Chopin • Frederic Francois Chopin • Frederic Chopin • Fr. Chopin • Chopin

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Chaque difficulté sera un fantôme qui perturbera votre repos plus tard.

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I wish I could throw off the thoughts which poison my happiness, and yet I take a kind of pleasure in indulging them.

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