Chopin's Waltz in A minor, Op. posth., is a lyrical and melancholic piece emblematic of the Romantic era. Though unpublished during his lifetime, it remains one of his most beloved short works for piano.
Composed in the final years of Chopin's life, this waltz reflects his emotional turmoil and nostalgia, juxtaposing melancholic themes with brief luminous passages reminiscent of his earlier works.