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WN 17, Polonaise in B♭ major

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Issues : Different values of chord components

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composition: WN 17, Polonaise in B♭ major

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The sources differ in the notation of the first chord in the R.H.:

  • in JC, all three components are combined with one stem; such a kind of notation can often be found in Chopin sources, also in autographs. However, taking into consideration numerous errors and inaccuracies, JC cannot be considered as a fully reliable source in terms of the notation's details.
  • in EF there is a two-part notation: the minim a-e1 has a separate stem pointing downwards.
  • in PE the notation is unclear; probably it refers to a two-part notation in which the minim a-e1 has a stem pointing upwards. This is the interpretation we give in the main text.

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issues: Different values of chord components