Henle Verlag Chopin F. - Funeral March [marche Funebre] From Piano Sonata Op. 35
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Essential Information About This Score
Essential Information About This Score
- An Iconic Excerpt by Chopin: the famous Funeral March, ideal for enriching a romantic piano program.
- Musicological Edition: text established and revised by Ewald Zimmermann for a faithful representation of Frédéric Chopin's writing.
- For Solo Piano: a score designed for keyboard playing and interpretation, suitable for study as well as concert performance.
- Hardcover Binding: a sturdy format, adapted for regular use on a music stand.
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Summary of This Score
This publication offers the Funeral March [Marche funĂšbre] from Piano Sonata op. 35, one of the most recognizable passages in the romantic piano repertoire. Taken from Piano Sonata Op. 35, this march is distinguished by its solemn character, measured tempo, and choral writing, inviting the pianist to work on sound density, voice balance, and mastery of dynamic layers.
Beyond its immediate impact, this piece serves as an excellent tool to refine the art of legato, chord holding, arm weight management, and phrase shaping. The contrasts in atmosphere, the gravity of the main theme, and the expressive depth demand attentive reading, both rhythmically and in terms of touch quality.
Thanks to the musicological editing work of Ewald Zimmermann, this score is aimed at pianists seeking a serious version for study, teaching, or preparation of a performance. It will naturally find its place in a Chopin sheet music library, as well as in any curriculum aiming to approach a cornerstone work of solo piano repertoire.
Technical specifications
| Musical Genre | Classical | Publication | Sheet music |
| Composer | Chopin, Frédéric | Instrumentation | Solo piano |
| Edition | Zimmermann, Ewald (musicological editor) | ||
Questions frequently asked
For which instrument is Chopin's Funeral March op. 35 published?
This edition is written for solo piano, with no other instrumentation indicated.
Does this sheet music contain the entire Sonata for piano op. 35?
This publication focuses on the Funeral March extracted from the Sonata for piano op. 35. It is therefore a movement from that sonata, not a complete edition.
Who prepared the edition of Chopin's Funeral March at Henle?
The musicological editing work is credited to Ewald Zimmermann. The score is thus based on an edition attributed to this musicologist editor.
What pianistic aspects does this Funeral March help to practice?
The writing of this piece notably involves legato, holding chords, and voice balance. Managing arm weight and dynamic layers are also key elements highlighted.
Henle Verlag Chopin Funeral March op. 35: what is the musical style?
Classified as classical, this score presents the romantic writing of Frédéric Chopin. Its main theme features a solemn character and a measured tempo. The contrasts in atmosphere require particular attention to rhythm and touch.



